Monmouthshire County Council are developing plans for a new Active Travel route running through part of Caldicot Castle Country Park. The Caldicot Multi-User Route aims to connect the newly constructed…

Monmouthshire County Council has launched a new public consultation to gather views on its draft Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. The draft strategy sets out how the council manage the…

Monmouthshire has joined a growing global movement aimed at better serving its older residents. During the full council meeting in January 2024, the councillors voted to pursue Monmouthshire’s designation as…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards has issued a warning to retailers and consumers in Monmouthshire regarding the sale of counterfeit “Labubu by Pop Mart” toys. Trading Standards officers have been…

Monmouthshire County Council has offered the Bridges Centre a new 30-year lease for Drybridge House in Monmouth. The Bridges Centre plays a key role in facilitating community activity within Monmouth…

Following concerns expressed by some members of the community regarding the future of Kymin View Primary School, the county council wishes to clarify that there are no plans to close…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce the appointments of Debra Hill-Howells as Chief Officer for Infrastructure and Craig O’Connor as Chief Officer for Place and Community Wellbeing. Monmouthshire County…

The Marches Forward Partnership’s (MFP) Partnership Board has supported a bid by the Marches Forward Partnership to sponsor the Marches Real Food and Farming Convergence 2025. The event to be…

Monmouthshire County Council is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a significant grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support the transformative Shire Hall Project. This grant…

Monmouthshire County Council proudly marked a historic milestone on Thursday, 10 July, with the official opening of the new King Henry VIII 3-19 School in Abergavenny. The event, attended by…

Monmouthshire County Council is inviting expressions of interest for the Town Centre Property Improvement Grants programme. The council is committed to ensuring that town centres remain vibrant and welcoming places…

Wales’ National Armed Forces Day event at Caldicot Castle and Country Park drew thousands as the community showed its appreciation. On Saturday, 28 June 2025, more than 7,000 people came…

Following a public consultation and a political process, Monmouthshire County Council announced changes to its Home to School Transport Policy in September 2024. In line with its statutory duties, the…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved two landmark strategies, the Local Nature Recovery Action Plan (NRAP) and the Green Infrastructure (GI) Strategy. These strategies form part of the nature recovery…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet has confirmed its decision regarding the lease of the former Abergavenny Library, which has been awarded to the Monmouthshire Muslim Community Association (MMCA). This decision was…

Monmouthshire County Council proudly kicked off Armed Forces Week yesterday (23 June) with a ceremonial flag raising at County Hall, marking the beginning of a week dedicated to honouring the…

Friends of the Dell Park Chepstow, Monmouthshire County Council and Chepstow Town Council are disappointed to share the news that the redevelopment of the Dell play area has encountered a…

On Monday, 16 June, Abergavenny Town of Sanctuary (AToS) won the prestigious Nation of Sanctuary Award at the Nation of Sanctuary Awards hosted by Wales Refugee Council at the Coal…

During the Autumn of 2024, Monmouthshire County Council conducted a residents survey on everyday life in Monmouthshire. Hosted by Data Cymru, the survey was part of their National Residents Survey,…

Monmouthshire County Council is proud to announce a new series of free training opportunities for volunteers and community groups delivered through the BE Community initiative. The training sessions are designed…

We would like to thank the Welsh Government Cabinet Secretary Ken Skates for meeting with Monmouthshire County Council today, together with representatives of Raglan Community Council, Catherine Fookes MP and…

Abergavenny Leisure Centre will be closed from the 21st of July until mid-August for improvement works. This work is part of the Phase 2 School and Leisure Centre improvement works programme,…

Monmouthshire County Council is proud to host Wales’ National Armed Forces Day on Saturday, 28th June 2025, at the picturesque Caldicot Castle and Country Park. This free event is an…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce that the Ministry of Defence (MOD) has provided an update concerning the reopening of Inglis Bridge, Monmouth. Following the recent announcement of secured…

A motion was passed today (15 May) at Monmouthshire County Council’s full council meeting, expressing concerns over the upcoming ban on Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) crossing the M48 Severn Bridge….

Monmouthshire County Council’s Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, has announced that Cllr Laura Wright will be taking over as the Cabinet Member for Education, succeeding Cllr Martyn Groucutt. During the…

On the 11th of April, Monmouthshire County Council, along with partner town and community councils, held a Dog Fouling Awareness Day as part of the “Give Dog Fouling the Red…

Monmouthshire Community Safety Partnership is seeking your views to help them better understand the needs and concerns of Monmouthshire communities. The partnership comprises organisations which include the council, Gwent Police,…

An inspiring event was held at Bridges Centre, Monmouth, on Monday, 7th April, bringing together businesswomen from all corners of Monmouthshire. The Women In Business – Taking the Leap event…

On Thursday, 27 March, Monmouthshire County Council’s Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, welcomed the Welsh Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, to Chepstow. Throughout the visit,…

On Friday, 28th March, the Community Hub in Magor and Undy hosted a celebration event to mark the success of the Paths to Communities project. This event highlighted the achievements…

Monmouthshire County Council is set to commence work on resurfacing the Wye Bridge, Monmouth, on 22 April 2025. The work is expected to last 10 weeks and will be undertaken…

Monmouthshire County Council, in partnership with Abergavenny Town Council, is seeking your views on the Abergavenny Placemaking Plan. The council is committed to ensuring that town centres remain vibrant and…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce a substantial increase in the fees and allowances paid to in-house foster carers. These changes, alongside the council’s other support, make fostering for…

Monmouthshire County Council welcomes the news that the Ministry of Defence has secured funding for the essential works needed to reopen Inglis Bridge. Inglis Bridge, owned by the MOD, is a…

On Friday, 21 March 2025, Monmouthshire County Council hosted its annual Iftar event.  Held in County Hall, Usk and organised by Monmouthshire Muslim Community Association, the celebration brought together people…

On the 12th of March 2025, professionals from across social care, health and education were invited to Monmouthshire County Council’s Festival of Family Support. Held at County Hall, Usk, the event allowed professionals…

On 18 March 2025, Monmouthshire County Council joined organisations across Wales in signing a charter which commits to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency and accountability. The Charter for…

Monmouthshire County Council will begin refurbishing the Welsh Street toilets in Chepstow on 24 March 2025.  The project is anticipated to take about five weeks to complete. While the men’s…

New memory boxes will be available at Monmouthshire Community Hubs from April 2025. Thanks to funding from the Welsh Federation of Museums and Galleries, MonLife Heritage Learning has developed 15…

Monmouthshire County Council is warning residents and visitors to the county to be aware of parking scams in operation in the area. The council have received reports of fake QR…

Monmouthshire County Council has welcomed the news from the Welsh and UK Governments of a £1million fund to transform River Wye. The new £1million joint research initiative aims to tackle…

Monmouthshire County Council will begin replacing the steps and footpath in Castle Dell, Chepstow, which connects Welsh Street to the Bank Street car park, on Monday, 17th March 2025. The…

Monmouthshire County Council held a flag raising ceremony today, March 10, 2025, to mark Commonwealth Day at County Hall in Usk. This day highlights the importance of unity, diversity, and…

Monmouthshire County Council are observing Covid Memorial Day on 9th March as a time to reflect on the lives lost, recognise the sacrifices made by key workers, and acknowledge the…

Monmouthshire County Council celebrated International Women’s Day on Friday, 7 March 2025, with an event at County Hall, Usk. The event brought together the council’s elected members, officers, local town…

Monmouthshire County Council has approved its budget for 2025/26 during a full council meeting held on 6th March 2025.  This budget is the result of extensive public and stakeholder feedback…

Monmouthshire County Council will commence work on the Caldicot Active Travel Scheme on the 17th of March 2025. Funded through the Welsh Government Active Travel Fund, the scheme aims to enhance…

Monmouthshire will proudly host Wales’ National Armed Forces Day on Saturday, 28th June 2025, at the scenic Caldicot Castle and Country Park.  This exciting free event offers a unique opportunity…

Monmouthshire County Council has released its final budget proposals for 2025-26, which will be reviewed at the Cabinet meeting on the 5th of March. These final plans incorporate public and…

Monmouthshire County Council has today received confirmation from the Welsh Government of additional funding as part of the final arrangements for the coming financial year (2025/26). The new money has been…

Monmouthshire County Council has successfully prosecuted a Newport resident for fly-tipping waste in Magor and operating without an appropriate waste carriers licence. Mr Barla Price pleaded guilty to the offences…

Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) and the Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations (GAVO) are working together to ensure that TogetherWORKS can continue supporting the wide range of community organisations that are active…

Monmouthshire County Council has conducted a comprehensive review of the 20mph speed limits across the county, following the Welsh Government’s call to gather residents’ feedback and provision of new ’30mph exception’…

Monmouthshire County Council recently welcomed John Griffiths, MS for Newport East & Severnside, to visit some of the apprentices working for the council. On Monday, February 10th, John Griffiths MS…

Monmouthshire County Council’s state-of-the-art care home in Caldicot has been awarded the prestigious RIBA MacEwen Award 2025. The award is a celebration of architecture for the common good – celebrating…

On 4 February 2025, Monmouthshire County Council’s Planning Committee approved the development of 96 new affordable homes. Approval was given to developing 46 homes at Mabey Bridge in the Brunel…

During the Autumn Budget, the UK Government announced an extension of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for the 2025-26 fiscal year, with a reduced allocation of £902 million. Monmouthshire County…

On Friday, 7th February 2025, Monmouthshire County Council hosted an event celebrating the past, present, and future of volunteering in Monmouthshire. The event was a collaboration between Monmouthshire County Council,…

Monmouthshire County Council, in partnership with Magor with Undy Town Council, is excited to announce the development of a placemaking plan for Magor with Undy. This initiative aims to create…

We recognise the strength of the feelings residents have expressed concerning the future of the Monmouth Library and Hub, and we want to reassure them that there are no plans…

Monmouthshire County Council is actively engaging with the Ministry of Defence regarding the necessary work to reopen Inglis Bridge in Monmouth.  Since 13 September 2024, Inglis Bridge has been closed…

Monmouthshire County Council will begin woodland management at Mill Common, Magor and Undy on 3rd February. This project involves tree thinning and felling as part of our restoration efforts. The…

Monmouthshire County Council’s public consultation of its draft budget proposals for the 2025-26 financial year is now open. This budget supports the most vulnerable and disadvantaged residents while prioritising essential…

Monmouthshire County Council is excited to announce the launch of a new platform to strengthen connections with residents and gather valuable feedback.   Let’s Talk Monmouthshire is a digital platform…

Monmouthshire County Council has published its draft budget for the 2025/26 financial year, focusing on protecting the most vulnerable and disadvantaged residents.  With a proposed net revenue budget of £216million,…

Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) has taken a significant step towards combating climate change and protecting biodiversity by becoming the world’s first Deforestation Free Champion Council. This initiative recognises the impact…

The spirit of giving is strong in Monmouthshire this Christmas, as hundreds of gifts and donations were received for Monmouthshire County Council’s Christmas Wishes campaign. Thanks to an overwhelming response,…

Exciting developments are under way at Ysgol Gymraeg Y Fenni as the school prepares to move to a new site at the former Deri View Primary School in September 2025….

On Saturday, 30 November, Caldicot Castle was filled with warmth and support as young people and families gathered for the annual Remembering Event, hosted by Monmouthshire County Council. Since its…

Monmouthshire County Council has been working with Town and Community councils and residents to develop green space enhancements for nature and people through the Gwent Green Grid and Local Nature…

A serial fly-tipper has been handed a suspended prison sentence following action taken by three Gwent councils. Stewart Evans, of Newport, had pleaded guilty to twelve counts of fly-tipping between…

Monmouthshire County Council received confirmation today from the Welsh Government that it proposes a provisional 2.8% increase in core funding for the upcoming 2025/26 financial year. The proposed funding increase is welcomed…

Calling all crafters, artists, knitters, sewers, beginners, experts, everyone! Join us as the Gwent Green Grid Partnership (GGGP) BioTapestry goes BIG for biodiversity and climate change! People have always celebrated…

The Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, visited Monmouthshire yesterday (26 November) in the aftermath of Storm Bert to speak to residents and council officers. The Deputy First Minister visited the…

Monmouthshire libraries have launched the “Sponsor a Book” initiative to enhance community engagement. Residents can now sponsor books at Monmouthshire libraries through our partnership with Friends of Caldicot Library. The…

The River Gavenny Project was successfully relaunched with a community litter pick event in Swan Meadows, Abergavenny, on Friday, 15 November 2024.  The event, organised in partnership with Keep Wales…

Today, Monmouthshire County Council Leader Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby announced she is bringing Cllr Sara Burch back to the Cabinet to assist the council in implementing its Community and Corporate Plan….

Following the fire in Frogmore Street, Abergavenny, on Sunday, 10th November, Monmouthshire County Council has implemented road closures in the area to support the ongoing multi-agency response.  Due to an ongoing investigation…

The Environmental Health team at Monmouthshire County Council is committed to ensuring that all residents and visitors to Monmouthshire can enjoy safe food. Across the year, the Environmental Health Team works with businesses,…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Leader, Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby, has written to the Ministry of Defence and The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association for Wales regarding the recent closure of Inglis…

The Zone Youth Centre, Caldicot, welcomed the local community for an open day on Friday, 25 October, celebrating the completion of extensive renovations to enhance the facility for young people…

On Tuesday, 15 October, Monlife Museums warmly welcomed participants, local residents, councillors, and funders from their recent National Lottery Heritage funded project, Dynamic Collections: Opening the Box, to a private…

Following a by-election on Thursday, October 24, 2024, Martin Newell (Local Conservatives) has been confirmed as the new County Councillor for the Town Ward in Monmouthshire. The election was held…

Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouthshire Housing Association are joining forces to combat child poverty with a pioneering collaborative training project. Working alongside Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations and Citizen’s Advice,…

This October half term, Monmouthshire County Council’s Community Development Team is hosting a series of FREE events to provide support and advice on the cost of living. These events are…

Monmouthshire County Councillors Peter Strong and Jackie Strong have “cut the ribbon” today (17/10) at the official opening of Caldicot Post Office and brand-new convenience store at Unit 4 Holman…

The pressures on public sector finances are well documented across the U.K. Monmouthshire and others continue to deal with very challenging budget circumstances. A report to Cabinet published today highlights a forecast…