Farmers, growers, food and drink producers, businesses and community groups are invited to Monmouthshire’s first county-wide Food Summit to share ideas and help shape the future of local food. Hosted…

People across Monmouthshire who are interested in making a difference in their community and playing a greater role in local democracy are invited to attend a briefing session about becoming…

Monmouthshire County Council is celebrating the remarkable achievements of local volunteers, schools, businesses and community groups who have once again been recognised at the 2026 RHS Wales in Bloom awards….

Residents are invited to come along, ask questions and find out more about the River Monnow Catchment Section 19 Flood Report at a community drop-in session in Monmouth. The session…

Monmouthshire County Council is working with schools, colleges, training providers and Careers Wales to understand what Year 11, 12 and 13 leavers are planning for their next steps. The work…

Active Gwent strengthens leadership team to drive healthier, more active communities across the region. “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform health, wellbeing and opportunity through physical activity, with our…

Monmouthshire County Council has agreed changes aimed at improving how potholes are repaired and how residents are kept updated about road conditions across the county. The changes were approved by…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved a new Local Flood Risk Management Strategy to be submitted to Welsh Government for final approval. The strategy sets out how the county will…

Let’s Talk Culture in Monmouthshire, a new online hub designed to bring together the county’s vibrant cultural community, has launched on the Let’s Talk Monmouthshire platform. The hub will act…

Residents travelling between Llanfoist and Abergavenny are set to benefit from safer and more accessible walking, wheeling and cycling routes. Monmouthshire County Council is making progress with plans for additional…

People who live in Usk or regularly travel through the town are being invited to share their views on proposals to improve routes around Usk Primary School through a new…

Residents of Undy are being encouraged to have their say on proposed road safety improvements along the B4245. Monmouthshire County Council is seeking feedback on plans designed to make it…

Monmouthshire County Council has celebrated the completion of improvement works at Linda Vista Gardens in Abergavenny and the achievement of a Green Flag Award. The event, held on 13 August…

Monmouthshire County Council has been awarded Disability Confident Leader status, the highest level of recognition available through the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. The achievement reflects the council’s commitment to…

Whether you’re walking to school, using a mobility scooter to get into town, cycling to work, or simply enjoying local routes in your community, we want to hear about your…

Families, friends and community groups from across Monmouthshire came together in Abergavenny on Saturday 8 August to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month through music, dance, food and cultural activities to…

Work has been completed on the new Castle Dell Play Area in Chepstow. Families can now enjoy a transformed play area following the completion of a major improvement project, delivered…

A Dog Fouling Awareness Day took place on 9 July 2026 across Monmouth, Raglan and Usk, focusing on areas where dog fouling and non-compliance with the Monmouthshire County Council (Dog…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards is urging residents to remain vigilant following reports of doorstep callers offering driveway and tarmac services across the county. The warning follows reports from householders…

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…

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…

30 July 2026 Monmouthshire County Council is currently considering a range of preventative measures at Caldicot Leisure Centre and Chepstow Leisure Centre aimed at reducing the risk of future unauthorised…

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…

Monmouthshire County Council has committed to bringing forward a scheme to complete a vital section of road connecting Magor with the wider area. The commitment follows a motion brought to…

Monmouthshire County Council has approved new investment in Caldicot Leisure Centre, supporting improved facilities and healthier lifestyles in the south of the county. The investment was approved at a meeting…

Monmouthshire County Council has appointed two Litter and Dog Control Civil Enforcement Officers as part of a six-month trial to help reduce littering and improve compliance with Dog Control Public…

Monmouthshire County Council, Abergavenny, Magor with Undy and Monmouth Town Councils have been recognised for their outstanding approach to town centre placemaking after winning the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI)…

Pedestrian access to the Old Wye Bridge in Chepstow will be restored from Saturday, 20 June 2026. Work will begin on Tuesday, 16 June, to reposition existing Heras fencing, allowing…

Caldicot Library and Community Hub has been buzzing with activity thanks to a local community group that’s created the library’s first wildlife garden to attract pollinators and birds. The dedicated…

A brand-new all-weather 3G pitch has officially opened at Caldicot Leisure Centre, creating new opportunities for people of all ages to get active, connect, and enjoy sport. The redevelopment replaces the previous…

Secondary Schools and Pupil Referral Units across Monmouthshire are continuing to play an important role at the heart of their communities through the Schools and Communities Together events, which bring…

Published: 27 May 2026 A new consultation on Monmouthshire’s Active Travel Network Map has just launched, and Monmouthshire County Council would like your views. Whether you walk, wheel, or cycle, your…

Published: 26 May 2026 Monmouthshire County Council has published a new achievements update, showcasing progress delivered in partnership with communities, businesses and local organisations. The update sets out how the…

Published: 14/05/2026 Monmouthshire County Council is thanking residents, community groups and local businesses after the county continues to rank highly for recycling rates. The latest confirmed and audited data shows Monmouthshire recycled…

Foster Wales Monmouthshire is marking this year’s Foster Care Fortnight by calling on residents to consider becoming foster carers. Foster Care Fortnight is the UK’s largest fostering awareness campaign, celebrating…

Monmouthshire County Council is aware of an unauthorised encampment at Caldicot Leisure Centre and is following our protocol and Welsh Government guidance. We’ll be engaging with those involved and carrying…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards has led a multi-agency operation to seize a significant quantity of illegal tobacco from a retail premises in Abergavenny. This enforcement action took place on…

Monmouthshire County Council has announced the opening of Expressions of Interest for its Place and Growth Investment Fund, which aims to support projects that enhance local areas and promote sustainable…

Construction of a new 500m long active travel route in Caldicot will begin this month. The Caldicot Multi-User Route (MUR) will form part of the wider active travel network across…

Monmouthshire County Council, Gloucestershire County Council and The Forest of Dean District Council have issued an update on the condition of the Old Wye Bridge following recent inspections by specialist…

Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that it has agreed the next steps to deliver a permanent solution to the landslip at Neuadd Straight on the Llanthony Valley road. Following the…

Residents aged 50 and over are being invited to attend two upcoming wellbeing events that will highlight the wide range of services, activities and support available across the county. These…

The results of the Monmouthshire Resident Survey 2025 are now available online. This survey, conducted as part of Data Cymru’s National Resident Survey, gathered feedback from more than 1,000 residents between…

Monmouthshire County Council has reaffirmed its strong and longstanding commitment to the Armed Forces community by retaining Gold Award status in the Ministry of Defence’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS)….

Monmouthshire is set to benefit from new investment aimed at supporting local jobs, skills, businesses. Announced by the Welsh Government in October 2025, the Local Growth Fund will invest £547…

Schools and young people in Monmouthshire are invited to take part in a competition to design a poster encouraging people to buy Fairtrade Easter eggs and chocolate. This exciting competition…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet will discuss the final budget proposals in its next meeting on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Ahead of this, the council has today published its Final Revenue…

Monmouthshire County Council is delighted by the release of new information from the UK Government confirming that a major investment in a new railway station to serve Magor and Undy…

Monmouthshire County Council has launched its public consultation on its 2026–27 Draft Budget and Priorities. From Thursday, 22 January until 5pm on Wednesday, 18 February, residents are invited to have…

Monmouthshire County Council is implementing traffic management systems on the Gilwern Viaduct following a recent monitoring assessment which revealed structural concerns. To safeguard public safety and maintain the bridge’s continued…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce the opening of the final section of the active travel route connecting Kingswood Gate to Monmouth town centre. The new walking and wheeling…

Monmouthshire County Council will commence work on enhancing the Shire Hall in Monmouth.  To bring this ambitious vision to fruition, Shire Hall will temporarily close to the public from 20…

Usk in Bloom is celebrating winning a Gold Award and being crowned Wales in Bloom Large Village Champion 2025, with Abergavenny in Bloom winning gold in the Town category. The awards were presented at…

Monmouthshire County Council welcomes the announcement from the Welsh Government confirming arrangements to keep the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal open this summer.  This decision provides vital reassurance to local businesses,…

Businesses in Monmouthshire affected by the floods associated with Storm Claudia will be eligible for financial support from Monmouthshire County Council, thanks to funding from the Welsh Government. Grants of…

Monmouthshire County Council is delighted to announce that MonLife, the council’s Sport, Play and Community team, has been recognised at the prestigious Food and Fun 10-Year Celebratory Awards.  The awards,…

A man who continued to commit fly-tipping offences despite being subject to a criminal behaviour order has been jailed for 15 months. Stewart Evans was handed a 10-year criminal behaviour…

Monmouthshire County Council has successfully prosecuted Anthony Manson following a deeply distressing case of animal neglect which resulted in the death of a young pony. Following a report from members…

The Marches Real Food and Farming Convergence 2025 battled the weather to prove a great success at Square Farm, Monmouth, on the 3 and 4 October. The Convergence welcomed attendees from…

Monmouthshire County Council has officially opened a new Assistive Technology Hub at Monnow Vale Community Hospital. The Hub enables council officers, staff from Aneurin Bevan Health Board, and other external…

Monmouthshire County Council is working closely with local schools, colleges, training providers and Careers Wales to ensure we know the ‘destination’ of all Year 11, 12 and 13 school leavers….

Monmouthshire County Council has successfully prosecuted a Wyesham resident, who pleaded guilty to criminal damage after unlawfully felling a council-owned tree near his property. The resident was ordered to pay…

Following a recent petition from residents regarding the changes to the Home to School Transport Policy, Monmouthshire County Council has commissioned an independent assessment of three walking routes.  As a…

Monmouthshire County Council is inviting community members and organisations to submit funding applications for the Community’s Budget scheme. The Community’s Budget has received £24,000 of capital funding from the UK Government through…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards have hosted a multi-agency operation to seize a significant quantity of illegal tobacco and vaping products from a retail premises in Abergavenny. The enforcement action…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce that funding has been confirmed for the Llanfoist to Castle Meadows Active Travel Bridge. This confirmation represents a significant milestone in the council’s…

Monmouthshire County Council has launched the 2025 resident survey to gain valuable feedback on everyday life in the county. This initiative is part of the council’s ongoing commitment to engaging…

Caldicot Castle will be hosting a free-to-attend arts festival next month. It will see some of Monmouthshire’s most talented artists joining forces to celebrate creativity with festival-goers on Saturday 4…

We support the excellent work being done by all those involved with the Bridges Centre charity. We hope they will continue to support our community for many decades ahead. With…

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…