A family has paid tribute to a “much-loved” man who died in a collision with a 52-seater coach in Pembrokeshire.

Mathew Chapman, 32, was killed in the crash involving a car and a coach near the Cleddau Bridge in Pembroke Dock on Tuesday.

In a tribute, his family said Mr Chapman was “loved by all who met and knew him”.

A major incident was declared after the crash, which prompted a large emergency service response.

The driver of the coach was taken to hospital with serious injuries, where he remains in a stable condition.

A total of 24 bus passengers were taken to hospital but they have all since been discharged.

The collision took place at around 2.15pm on Tuesday afternoon and five fire crews from the surrounding area attended.

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Mr Chapman, who was driving the car, died at the scene.

He was originally from the Dunstable area and had been living in Pembrokeshire in recent years.

His family said they were “shocked and devastated” and have asked for privacy as they come to terms with what has happened.

“Matt is a much-loved son, brother, fiancé, grandson and friend to many,” his family added in a statement.

Specialist officers are providing support to Mr Chapman’s family.

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Hywel Dda Health Board, which covers West Wales, had issued an appeal on Tuesday evening asking people not to visit Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest unless they were seriously injured or had a life-threatening illness.

Dyfed-Powys Police is continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash.

The force is asking anyone with information which may help with its investigation to get in touch.

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