Welsh politicians are to be updated on important issues relating to the Pembrokeshire tourist industry at a series of meetings in June.

Pembrokeshire Tourism, which represents over 500 members, will be talking to Welsh Assembly heritage minister, Alun Ffred Jones, on a number of hot topics at the forefront of the trade's concern, including business funding and the need for clearer guidelines on fire safety legislation.

The breakfast meeting will take place between the minister and directors of Pembrokeshire Tourism, and briefings with local Labour and Conservative representatives have also been arranged.

Said Pembrokeshire Tourism's chief executive, Alison Belton: "Part of our remit is to take forward member issues and lobby to get our industry voice heard, and we will make sure our members are well represented at these meetings.

"Grass-roots businesses are vital to the continuing development of Pembrokeshire's economy, and should be supported at all levels."

Several of the items being flagged up at the meetings were highlighted at the organisation's recent Don't Get Your Fingers Burnt evening at Slebech Park, where presentations were given to over 60 members on rural rate relief and small business rates, the forthcoming digital switch-over, fire legislation and brown tourist signs.

Said Pembrokeshire Tourism chairman, Nick Evans: "Our members work against a background of constant legislative pressures, we find that an excellent way to raise their awareness is by bringing the experts together who have a working knowledge of this legislation."

The organisation will now be organising seminars on developing fire safety risk assessments and will also be ensuring that the local tourism industry is prepared for the digital switchover, which comes at the height of the season.