Contractor John Weavers Ltd has reached a significant milestone in the redevelopment of the former Ocky department store.

The premises is in the process of being converted into a three-storey multi-user food emporium, along with a restaurant, bar and roof-top terrace.

The work is the flagship project of a wider regeneration of Haverfordwest in County Pembrokeshire. The project is on target to complete the handover for the internal fit out later on this year.

Senior Council members, officers and contractors gathered on the roof terrace to celebrate the ‘topping out’ after receiving a tour of the site.

Commenting on the progress, Pembrokeshire County Council Chairman Cllr Tom Tudor said: "Combined with other initiatives taking place, I am very optimistic that Haverfordwest town centre will become a thriving commercial and residential location of choice, creating a distinct destination and sense of place.

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"The Pembrokeshire County Council scheme incorporates public realm improvements including an attractive waterfront square with space for events which could extend its use into the early evening. The project is anticipated to be complete next year which is very exciting news for Haverfordwest, our County Town of Pembrokeshire."

Reflecting on their involvement, Ceri Best, Commercial Director of John Weaver Contractors, said: "We are extremely privileged and honoured to be the Principal Design and Build Contractor on the redevelopment of the former historical Ocky Whites Store in the heart of Haverfordwest.

"The collaborative partnership developed with Pembrokeshire County Council and their consultant teams has ensured the constraints and challenges faced were overcome to allow works to continue concurrently and thus mitigating further delays to the contract programme. We look forward to our countdown to practical completion and the delivery of a quality flagship project for Pembrokeshire County Council."