Preseli Pembrokeshire Assembly Member Paul Davies has attended an event to celebrate one year of being a Species Champion. The event, hosted by the Wales Environment Link gave Members the opportunity to discuss how best to promote Wales’ vulnerable species.

Mr Davies said, “I’m very proud to be a species champion, particularly for the Atlantic Puffin and I will continue to do all that I can to protect local puffins from any threats to their existence. Sadly, the Atlantic Puffin is on the Amber List of UK Birds of Conservation Concern and so it’s crucial that we all redouble our efforts to protect the puffins.”

He added, “There are so many important reasons for people to better protect habitats – they bring positive health and well-being benefits as well as support our tourism industry. That’s why I’m encouraging people across Pembrokeshire to work together to support habitat initiatives so that species such as the Atlantic Puffin can continue to be enjoyed for years to come.”