The names of the candidates for the forthcoming general election have been confirmed.

The closing date for nominations passed at 4pm on Tuesday and the confirmed candidates are: Preseli Pembrokeshire: Stephen Crabb (Conservative); Henry Jones-Davies (Plaid Cymru); Richard Lawson (UKIP); Mari Rees (Labour); Nick Tregoning (Liberal Democrats.) Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire: Nick Ainger (Labour); Ray Clarke (UKIP); John Dixon (Plaid Cymru); John Gossage (Liberal Democrats); Simon Hart (Conservate); Henry Langen (Independent).

The election takes place on Thursday, May 6th.