Local AM Paul Davies this week raised concerns with the Minister over the lack of support given by local authorities to people looking to set up communal allotments.

Paul Davies said, "These allotments bind the local community together and are a great way of teaching children the benefits of working with nature as well as giving them the opportunity to learn about healthy eating and local wildlife.

In recent years we have seen a growing demand to develop a more self sufficient lifestyle by many people in Pembrokeshire, with more and more keen to grow their own vegetables and plants. Renting allotments, both individually and communally is extremely popular and I am keen to see that these services are provided.

The Assembly Government needs to provide leadership on this issue. I will continue to monitor this situation and press the authorities to provide these much needed local services."