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📢 Old Wye Bridge, Chepstow CLOSED 📢

During a routine monitoring inspection of the Old Wye Bridge in Chepstow on Wednesday, October 1 2025, the council received a recommendation from the consulting bridge engineers to immediately close the bridge to traffic due to signs of structural damage.
Further information: Old Wye Bridge Chepstow


Bluetongue Virus Confirmed Near Tintern, Monmouthshire
Temporary Control Zone Implemented 1 October


Maintain vigilance. Vaccination is the best way to protect livestock from the clinical impact of Bluetongue

Latest updates from Government
Welsh Government Legislation on Bluetongue in Monmouthshire

Temporary Control Zone press release

Report suspected disease immediately to APHA Wales by calling 03003 038268

Monmouthshire County Council full council approves RLDP to be submitted for independent examination

Monmouthshire County Council secures prosecution in serious animal welfare case

Monmouthshire County Council hosts celebration of borrowing