Following a successful external recruitment process, Monmouthshire County Council has welcomed the first apprentices to its Grounds and Cleansing team. The three local apprentices will be combining study at Bridgend…
Our offices will be Closed on Monday 30th August If your call is an emergency please telephone 0300 123 1055. There will be no collections on Bank Holiday Monday 30th…
Monmouthshire students are today receiving their final GCSE outcomes. After 18 months of unparalleled challenges, students will take the next step on their educational journey. The end of compulsory education…
Monmouthshire County Council, Wye Valley AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and Wye Valley’s Community Councils are asking residents of and visitors to Trellech, Penallt, The Narth, Devauden, Tintern, St…
As this year’s A-level results are announced, Monmouthshire’s four secondary schools; Caldicot School, Chepstow School, King Henry VIII and Monmouth Comprehensive School students are celebrating taking the next step in…
Monmouth businesses have attended the first face-to-face networking event in the town since the pandemic. The event, which was held on Tuesday 3rd August in Haberdashers’ Monmouth Schools’ Hitchcock Pavilion,…
Children at Castle Park Primary School in Caldicot will now have a safe and dry place to store their bikes and scooters thanks to £6,500 worth of funding from the…
Parents in Monmouthshire will soon be able to track their child’s school journey with thanks to a new ‘School Bus Tracker’ app. Being a mobile application that connects parents with…
Monmouth’s Bridges Centre has launched the first Cycling Without Age scheme in Wales, which allows the opportunity for elderly and less-abled residents of Monmouth to be chauffeured in trishaw bikes…
Following the meeting of Full Council on Thursday 22nd July, Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that the proposed refurbishment of Abergavenny Leisure Centre has been agreed. To enable residents to…
A thought-provoking new report, published on Wednesday 21st July, has looked at the breadth of wildlife in Gwent, recording the ecological successes and identifying those species most at risk. The…
It’s all about you! Yes, the new community wellbeing space in Caldicot is taking shape and Monmouthshire County Council would love your help to design a fantastic sign for the…
Monmouthshire libraries are inviting all children aged 4 – 11 to become Wild World Heroes this summer. This year’s Summer Reading Challenge is all about nature, amazing books, lovely rewards,…
Monmouthshire County Council’s Five Lanes Recycling Centre in Caerwent has officially opened with bargains and treasures to be uncovered. The Reuse Shop was officially opened by Councillor Jane Pratt on…
As the eligibility checker for the latest round of Welsh Government funding goes live, Monmouthshire businesses in the hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors that continue to be severely impacted by…
Jack Rutter, a Team GB Paralympic footballer, is using his inspirational story to motivate and get pupils moving at Usk Primary School as part of the ‘Sports for Schools’ programme….
To ensure the county’s communities remain connected and supported, Monmouthshire’s community hubs are offering a wide range of face-to-face adult learning workshops this summer, including accredited courses, such as numeracy,…
Monmouthshire has become the first local authority in Wales to commit to aiming for gender parity so elected councillors are as reflective as possible of the residents they represent. The…
Birds, bees, plants, flowers and trees have all received a boost thanks to a successful ‘No Mow May’ and Nature Isn’t Neat campaign. Over the last two months, verges and…
On Monday 21 June, there will be less than 10 days to go until the deadline of 30 June 2021 for applications to be made to the EU Settlement Scheme…
Landlords and property owners are being called upon to help support refugees and families who need assistance under the UK Government Resettlement Programme. The council is currently looking for accommodation…
Unpaid carers in Monmouthshire have been sharing their experiences of caring for a loved one and have called to make caring visible and valued at the start of Carers Week…
Our offices will be Closed on Monday 31st If your call is an emergency please telephone 0300 123 1055. There will be no Refuse collection Monday 31st May, collections will be…
This bank holiday weekend Monmouthshire County Council is launching its latest Shop Local campaign, aimed at supporting businesses across the county. The campaign comes as a direct result of regular…
Following consultation with contractors working on the stabilisation works above the A466 at Wyndcliff, Monmouthshire County Council has announced that the anticipated reopening of the road for the Whitsun bank…
Above: Some of the pupils enjoying World Bee Day. Pupils and teachers at Ysgol Gymraeg Y Fenni enjoyed a day of pollinator-related arts, crafts and dance on Thursday 20th May…
Caldicot residents are being invited to get involved in helping to shape and develop ideas for a new community wellbeing centre, work on which started last month. The new centre…
At its Annual General Meeting on Thursday 13th May, Monmouthshire County Council appointed its new Leader, Councillor Richard John. He has taken over from Councillor Peter Fox, who has stepped…
Photo: Councillor Mat Feakins At Monmouthshire County Council’s annual general meeting on Thursday 13th May, Councillor Mat Feakins was confirmed as the council’s new Chairman to serve for the next twelve months. Councillor…
The Community Nature Spaces project is working to bring together communities and revitalise un-used or unloved playgrounds and make them accessible play areas that embrace nature. Residents and stakeholders were…
Monmouthshire County Council / Cyngor Sir Fynwy Election of a Member of the Welsh Parliament for Ethol Aelod o’r Senedd r gyfer Monmouth / Sir Fynwy Thursday 6 May 2021…
Monmouthshire County Council has today confirmed that the traffic lights on Bridge Street in Usk will be removed by 7am on Monday 10th May, allowing for the return to two-way…
Last month saw the introduction of new Open Access Play Opportunities for children between the ages of 5-11 across the county. Organised by MonLife, part of Monmouthshire County Council, it…
Our offices will be Closed on Monday 3rd May If your call is an emergency please telephone 0300 123 1055. There will be no collections on Bank Holiday Monday 3rd…
High tides are due. We will be monitoring the situation and if necessary, will arrange for the A466 through Tintern to be closed for short periods on the following dates…
‘Pick up your dog’s mess or face a fine’ that’s the warning from Monmouthshire County Council as it looks to educate dog owners about the dangers of not cleaning up…
Click here to view our Community Renewal Fund Webinar Monmouthshire County Council is encouraging local business groups, voluntary and community sector organisations and Universities/Higher Education establishments to apply for a…
It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed…
It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed…
Monmouthshire County Council is urging residents to remain vigilant after receiving reports of unsolicited emails offering council tax refunds. The message, which purports to come from the HMRC, reportedly tells…
MonLife Heritage Museums are proud to announce the launch of a brand new collections website at www.monlifecollections.co.uk The new website provides free access to search hundreds of records, allowing users…
Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that preparations for important safety work on the A466 between St Arvans and Tintern have begun. From Monday 29th March, tree-felling is being undertaken in the…
Recycling & Waste Good Friday: Collections as normal Easter Monday: No collections Collections from Tuesday 6th April will be running one day later than normal. For more information: You…
A poster campaign has been launched by Monmouthshire County Council and Gwent Police to highlight measures introduced to promote positive messages about taking your litter home, driving considerately, and keeping…
Monmouthshire County Council will open its library service to the public from Monday 29th March, but some restrictions will remain in place for at least a fortnight. The library areas in…
High tides are due. We will be monitoring the situation and if necessary, will arrange for the A466 through Tintern to be closed for short periods on the following dates…
Earlier today the council joined in the national minute’s silence. To view the recording, click here: On Tuesday 23rd March – the National Day of Reflection – Monmouthshire County Council…
Following the recent news of the gradual reopening of towns, with non-essential retail expected to reopen from 12th April, Monmouthshire County Council has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting businesses in…
A partnership between the Euro Garages UK retail group and Monmouthshire County Council has resulted in an improved environment following a litter-picking session on a local road close to the…
Monmouthshire County Council has secured a grant from the Welsh Government for a range of projects, which will contribute towards the delivery of its climate emergency action plan and help…
Monmouthshire County Council has today (11th March 2021) set a budget for the forthcoming financial year. Never an easy process. The year ahead will be our most challenging as we…
Monmouthshire County Council marked International Women’s Day – Monday 8th March – by highlighting the campaign’s theme “Choose to Challenge”. A number of the county’s inspirational women broadcast their experiences…
A new housing project in Abergavenny will offer much-needed accommodation for people with mental health needs or learning disabilities, allowing them to remain in their home county. This follows the…
Working together to deliver a successful Census 2021 The Office for National Statistics – which runs Census 2021 – is working with Monmouthshire County Council to deliver a successful census…
Monmouthshire County Council has approved an updated social justice strategy, the third amendment since the original plan was adopted in 2018 and revised the following year. From its beginnings, the…
23rd February 2021 Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that essential safety works are to undertaken in April to stabilise the rock face above the A466 between St Arvans and Tintern….
Items given new life at Monmouthshire County Council’s reuse shop continue to benefit communities, even though Level 4 pandemic restrictions have temporarily forced its closure to the public. The shop…
Monmouthshire County Council is to consult over plans to encourage nature to thrive around Monmouth’s Rockfield estate. It follows a grant from the Welsh Government’s Local Places for Nature fund…
Monmouthshire County Council has secured funding from the Welsh Government to provide amenity areas and planting along Chepstow’s High Street as well as to support an initiative for a 20mph…
Monmouthshire County Council’s grounds and street cleansing workers have collected 460 kilograms of litter in just seven hours on the northbound side of the A40 dual carriageway between Raglan and…
Monmouthshire County Council has been awarded National Heritage Lottery Fund backing which will enable it to buy machinery, supporting wildlife to flourish in its parks and green spaces. The project,…
The latest phase of funding support for businesses was launched by Monmouthshire County Council on Friday 12th February 2021. This follows the announcement at the end of last month by…
Monmouthshire County Council have been working apace to prepare for the return of all Foundation Phase age children to schools across the county starting the week commencing 22nd February, with…
Monmouthshire County Council is to host a series of online discussion and information sessions aimed at small community growers, market gardeners, allotment holders and traditional farms in addition to businesses interested in using…
Monmouthshire County Council has fully committed itself to the provision of its Outdoor Adventure Service and has published plans to redevelop and invest in its Gilwern site. Cabinet members meeting…
Monmouthshire County Council has agreed to align the pay of its apprentices with the rates set by the National Living Wage Foundation. Cabinet members approved changes on 3rd February and…
Monmouthshire County Council has successfully secured funding from the Welsh Government’s Active Travel and Green Infrastructure programme to start improvement work on Caldicot’s Church Road. This scheme will start on…
Monmouthshire County Council’s leisure service MonLife is launching an exciting new scheme offering support for people aged 60 and over to become more physically active. MonLife’s 60 Plus Fit4Life membership…
Monmouthshire County Council is to lend its support to a campaign against canine cruelty. The campaign calls for a ban on the import of dogs with cropped ears and is…
Monmouthshire County Council will mark this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day with an online event open to all residents. It will take place from 4.30pm to 5pm on Wednesday 27th January with…
As residents woke up on a Sunday morning to Monmouthshire’s first significant snowfall of 2021, council workers reported for duty to keep roads open, to deliver services as normally as…
Teams from across Monmouthshire County Council’s workforce have been working round the clock to support residents affected by Storm Christoph. The council established an Emergency Response Team to monitor flood…
Monmouthshire County Council launched its budget proposals for 2021-2022 on Wednesday 20th January. The proposals have been set after an unprecedented year that has brought with it unavoidable pressures, most…
Monmouthshire County Council would like to hear from businesses who may be unsure of what funding they could be eligible for, and which grants are available for their sector. Business…
Homes and businesses in Monmouthshire’s Llanthony Valley and the adjoining Vale of Ewyas will receive improved internet connections over the next 14 months thanks to a grant awarded to the…
Monmouthshire’s community hubs have remained open throughout the period of the current Welsh Government Alert Level 4 restrictions to provide essential services, advice and support. The role of the council’s…
Residents are being urged to make use of a wide network of help and support on offer by Monmouthshire County Council and its partners. The support comes as Wales enters…
The Welsh Government has recently announced the launch of the Economic Resilience Fund (ERF) Sector Specific Support (operating cost) package. Applications for this scheme opened at midday on 13th January…
Monmouthshire’s businesses affected by additional Covid-related restrictions are eligible for a Welsh Government grant that will offer cash flow support during the current pandemic. The Welsh Government’s Restrictions Business Fund…
A new bus service between Chepstow and Bristol launched this week will provide a vital link for commuter, social and student journeys. The T7 Traws Hafren service operated by Newport…
It was welcome news to find that the Council has received confirmation from Welsh Government that it will receive a 3.9% increase in its core funding next year, ahead of…
Our Offices will be open as follows over the Christmas period Thursday 24th December (Christmas Eve) Open until 4pm Friday 25th December (Christmas Day) Closed Monday 28th December (Bank Holiday)…
Monmouthshire County Council welcomes the recommendations of the South East Wales Transport Commission Final Report and in particular the proposed marked changes for improvements to rail and bus services as…
Businesses directly impacted by the restrictions put into place on 4th December by the Welsh Government to help control the spread of COVID-19 are being encouraged to look into the…
Secondary schools and colleges in Wales will move to online learning from Monday, December 14 as part of a ‘national effort to reduce transmission of coronavirus’ Education Minister Kirsty Williams…
Monmouthshire County Council has recently issued an emergency closure of the Severnside Range footpath. This action has been taken on health and safety grounds following an increasing number of walkers…
Children from primary schools across Monmouthshire have been hard at work producing Christmas window displays in a ‘Shop Local’ project with Monmouthshire County Council. The initiative has been designed to…
From Monday 30th November, two Monmouthshire schools are taking part in a new scheme designed to help keep children safe. Goytre Fawr Primary School in Penperlleni, Pontypool, and Cantref Primary…
Monmouthshire County Council’s Youth Service are asking young people between the ages of 11 and 25 to get involved in its annual ‘Make Your Mark’ consultation, which runs until Monday…
Monmouthshire’s towns and villages are to get a festive makeover as a new campaign launches aimed at supporting businesses in the lead up to Christmas. Monmouthshire County Council’s ‘Shop Local,…
Monmouthshire shoppers are being encouraged to support their local businesses with free weekend parking being offered in the approach to Christmas, throughout December. The council has once again announced it…
Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that the decision has been made to not introduce a one-way system to Usk’s town centre. Temporary traffic lights will instead remain as part of…
Residents across the county who receive the Monmouthshire Meals deliveries have said a collective thank you to the team that runs this vital service on Meals on Wheels Week (2nd-6th…
As a winter approaches that’s likely to be dominated by concerns about coronavirus Monmouthshire County Council has appealed to members of the public to remember to dispose of used masks…
Monmouthshire Residents and the wider public are being invited to share their views on the future of Chepstow’s transport connections, with a study looking at a number of transport options…