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There’s a big chance coming up to beat the Government’s controversial decision to slap VAT on static caravans. The South and West Wales Caravan and Motorhome Show 2012 will showcase some of the leading caravans. “And it’s a really big chance to get ahead of Chancellor of Exchequer George Osborne and his VAT plans,” said show organiser and promoter Lois Gibbon, pictured above. “It’s fair to say there has been a storm of controversy over the Chancellor’s plans, which were announced in the last Budget. “Caravan manufacturers are upset because they fear it will hit sales. Holiday park owners are worried it could also hit their tourism industry. “The big debate about VAT on caravans is still raging this week and there are plenty of lobby groups both inside and outside Parliament trying to get George Osborne to change his mind. “You can’t help but feel that Mr Osborne has made his mind up, however. “In which case, this is the ideal time to get ahead of the game and invest in a static carav...

Tourism officers in Carmarthenshire will be working with the South & West Wales Caravan and Motor Home Show to launch Carmarthenshire as a caravan and camping destination. The officers will be working with Daffodil Events, who organise the South & West Wales Caravan and Motor Home Show, and Ennis Caravans to launch the campaign on Saturday April 7. The Caravan and Camping Campaign highlights 2,000 inspected pitches in 24 different sites from Carmarthen Bay to the Brecon Beacons. There’s no better way to experience the great outdoors than by bringing your own accommodation along with you. Caravan and camping gives you the freedom to enjoy the best Carmarthenshire landscapes and seascapes without spending a fortune - getting down to earth doesn’t have to cost the earth. The fun-filled launch event will take place on April 7 in Guildhall Square, Carmarthen, between 10am and 3pm. There will also be a chance to enter a free draw and win a Weekend Family Camping Pass (two adults ...

Carmarthenshire councillors have agreed to allow 18 extra caravan pitches at Pembrey. The county council planning committee last week approved an application for the additional hardstanding pitches at the Pembrey Country Park Caravan Club site. The local authority is the landowner. The site is on land outside the entrance into Pembrey Country Park in Pembrey and the application was to replace grass pitches for touring caravans with hardstanding that can be used in all weather conditions. They will offer better access for people with mobility issues.