PEMBROKESHIRE unemployment has dropped slightly year-on-year against a backdrop of the national unemployment rate at its lowest level since 1975.

June 2018 figures for Pembrokeshire saw 1,430 unemployed, 345 of them in the 18-24 age group, down 25 and five year-on-year respectively.

Since 2010, unemployment in the county has dropped by 825 and 320 respectively.

Pembroke Dock-based Department for Work and Pensions Employer Advisor Fred Hatton said: “Changes to the way benefits are paid will soon affect residents in Pembrokeshire, and advice is being offered on what the new system will mean.

“If you want to know how Universal Credit will affect you and your family, then don’t miss the Universal Credit Roadshow visiting Pembrokeshire this summer.

“Universal Credit is replacing six other benefits with a single monthly payment for people who are out of work or on a low income.

“It will have an effect on employers, not just benefit claimants as some of business employees will be claiming universal credit. Information for all can be found on the gov.uk website. Universal Credit Full Service will come into force in Pembrokeshire in September.”

The Roadshow is visiting the following locations: August 8, 10am-12pm, Pennar, Pembroke Dock - In the play park next to St Patricks Church/Hall; August 10, 10am-12pm, Monkton - next to the basketball courts in Tenby Court; August 22, 10am-12pm, Garth, Haverfordwest – at the entrance to West Court opposite the play park.

The Roadshows are being organised by Pembrokeshire County Council’s housing customer liaison team in partnership with ATEB, DWP and Citizens Advice Bureau.