Welsh Assembly member Rhodri Glyn Thomas showed his support for British Pub Week by popping into a local pub in his constituency for a swift half.

Mr Thomas, AM for Carmarthen East and Dinefwr, joined Llandeilo brewer Simon Buckley at the White Horse Inn, Llandeilo, to toast British Pub Week.

Mr Thomas said he was delighted to support the initiative.

The pub is very often the hub of the local community and it is a cherished part of our way of life.

In times of recession when many rural pubs are under threat it is good to have an initiative such as British Pub Week to put the spotlight on our local hostelries.

Mr Buckley added: Who doesn't love pubs? They are without doubt the finest and most unique of our great British institutions. No other can match the pub for its historical, cultural and social importance.

We must protect our pubs, celebrate them and ensure they can continue to thrive. This is the sole aim of British Pub Week and I would urge everyone to get behind the initiative by getting behind your local!

Pictured, left to right, Rhodri Glyn Thomas AM, White Horse Inn manager Dan Taylor and Simon Buckley, chief executive of the Evan-Evans Brewery.

Picture: Robert Lloyd