The Secretary of State for Wales Cheryl Gillan and local Assembly Member Angela Burns met with Colin Orr-Burns, Chief Executive of Dragon LNG, Senior Directors and Managers from the major energy companies along the haven waterway, Milford Haven Port Authority and Pembrokeshire County Council.
The attendees at the meeting briefed the Secretary Of State and local AM Angela Burns on their plans for development and on concerns over issues such as the transport infrastructure, planning and carbon taxes.
“The Secretary of State welcomed the meeting and the opportunity to learn more about the attendees’ plans”.
Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire AM Angela Burns added, “Between the attendees at the meeting, they employ a significant number of people in Pembrokeshire and pump millions into the local economy. We need to ensure these businesses have the right environment in which to develop and continue contributing to the economic well being of the county”.
Colin Orr Burns said, “We were very pleased to have this opportunity for a frank and open discussion with the Secretary of State and our local AM Angela Burns, I believe that it was very beneficial for all parties, as mutual understanding on energy issues is important not just for achieving economic growth in Pembrokeshire but also for ensuring long-term energy security for the UK as a whole.
