Work begins on active travel bridge in Abergavenny
Monmouthshire County Council are pleased to announce that work has begun on the construction of the Llanfoist to Abergavenny Active Travel Bridge. The new active travel bridge will enable people…
Month: July 2026
Inglis Bridge set to reopen shortly as final works continue
Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouth Town Council has welcomed the significant progress made on Inglis Bridge in Monmouth, with the bridge expected to reopen to pedestrians at the end July,…
Monmouthshire attractions awarded Green Flag status
Monmouthshire County Council is delighted to announce that several of its parks, attractions and community green spaces have once again been recognised with prestigious Green Flag Awards, including a first-time…
Adventure awaits in Monmouth
This summer, Monmouth is turning into a giant storybook. Children and families are invited to step into the magical world of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler this summer as a…
Let’s Talk Community
Monmouthshire County Council is encouraging residents to share their views on what makes a strong community through a new engagement on Let’s Talk Monmouthshire. The initiative is the first step…
Young people leading the way on period dignity in Monmouthshire
Students from across Monmouthshire’s secondary schools came together at King Henry VIII 3-19 School in Abergavenny on Friday 3 July for the county’s first-ever Menstrual Ambassador Conference. It was a…
MCC Leader provides an update on the unauthorised encampment at Caldicot Leisure Centre
Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, Leader of Monmouthshire County Council, provides an update on the unauthorised encampment at Caldicot Leisure Centre I wanted to provide an update on the unauthorised encampment…
Air Quality Management Area lifted in Usk after 20 years
Air quality in Usk has improved to such an extent that Monmouthshire County Council has revoked the Usk Air Quality Management Area (AQMA), bringing to an end a designation that…
Young innovators shine at Monmouthshire LEGO STEM event
Pupils from across Monmouthshire came together to showcase their creativity, teamwork and coding skills at a dynamic LEGO STEM event held at Caldicot School on Thursday, 18 June 2026. …
Let’s Talk about improving road safety in Monmouthshire
Motorcyclists are being invited to help shape future road safety improvements by sharing their experiences of using Monmouthshire roads. Monmouthshire County Council has launched a survey to better understand the…
Nature Isn’t Neat returns to Monmouthshire with boost for wildlife
Monmouthshire County Council is bringing back its Nature Isn’t Neat campaign this summer, encouraging a more relaxed approach to grass cutting to help wildlife thrive. Now in its sixth year,…
New video showcases success of late immersion provision in Monmouthshire
Monmouthshire County Council has launched a new video highlighting the success of its late immersion provision and the growing opportunities available through Welsh-medium education. Featuring pupils and staff, the video…
Statement: Unauthorised encampment, Caldicot
6 July 2026 Following the recent unauthorised encampment at Caldicot Leisure Centre, Monmouthshire County Council has proceeded with legal steps, in line with our established protocols and Welsh Government Guidance. …
Celebrating school food excellence and investment in skills at ‘Nourishing Futures’ event
Monmouthshire County Council brought together chefs, partners and food champions from across Wales to celebrate the future of school food at Nourishing Futures: Celebrating School Food in Monmouthshire. Held at…