Today (01/07/20), the Gwent Local Resilience Forum, including the five councils, agreed to increase the number of mourners permitted to attend funerals at cemeteries within the five local authority areas…
Monnow Street and St John Street in Monmouth will close to vehicles from Thursday 25th of June 2020. The council has carried out an emergency order to ensure people visiting…
Birth registrations in Monmouthshire and across Wales can now re-commence. As the register office is currently dealing with a backlog of registrations, appointments will be prioritised based on baby’s date…
Carers who look after loved ones or friends have been sharing their personal experiences with Monmouthshire County Council at the start of Carers Week 2020. The annual campaign, which runs…
In response to the Welsh Government’s Test, Trace, Protect strategy, partners including Public Health Wales, the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and the five Local Authorities in Gwent have joined…
All key (critical) workers, their household members and their immediate contacts can be tested for COVID-19 at the testing centre at Rodney Parade in Newport. Individuals that are symptomatic of…
Press release – Monmouthshire libraries encourage residents to pick up a book to improve mental wellbeing Reading can go a long way to help improve mental wellbeing. That’s the message…
A growing network of volunteers across Monmouthshire have been praised for their efforts during the COVID-19 epidemic. Monmouthshire County Council has been overwhelmed by the support and kindness of communities…
People in Monmouthshire are being encouraged to continue, where possible, donating food items to support the county’s food banks. The council is encouraging people to think of the food banks…
As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches Monmouthshire County Council, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and other partners across Gwent are sharing one simple message – stay home. With good…
Over the last few weeks, Monmouthshire County Council has been overwhelmed by the wonderful support offered by communities looking to help neighbours and friends during the COVID-19 outbreak. Community action…
Following the recent temporary closure of the Post Office in Usk due to government advice, Monmouthshire County Council will now operate a free bus service for residents to allow them to…
Registration for Key workers only Letter to parents: Preparations to support key workers through the provision of childcare At the end of the school day on Friday 20th March 2020,…
Monmouthshire County Council has launched a special task group to deal with the mass recovery operation following the unprecedented flooding experienced across the county. Recovery Co-ordinating Group (RCG) ‘Attis’ has…
Monmouthshire Trading Standards is warning people to be aware of rogue traders targeting residents affected by the recent flooding. It is not illegal for handymen to canvas for work in…
Residents and businesses impacted by flooding are being asked to follow important information as clean-up operations continue across the county. Over 100 residential properties and a number of businesses have…
A severe flood warning for the River Wye in Monmouth has been declared by Natural Resources Wales. This means water levels are deemed extremely dangerous and are predicted to reach…
Following flooding across the county, a number of road closures remain in place. i) The R90 Whitebrook Rd with the Jcn of the A466 at Bigsweir Bridge due to flooding…
Monmouthshire County Council has begun a major recovery operation in the wake of Storm Dennis and unprecedented flooding across the county. The council is estimating 100+ residential properties have been…
Monmouthshire County Council’s flooding priority for remainder of the 17th of February is the Wye River running through the Monmouth town. The levels are currently running high and modelling suggests…
Storm Dennis has caused widespread flooding on roads and affected water levels on the River Monnow, River Usk and River Wye in Monmouthshire. Monmouthshire County Council worked in partnership with…
Children of Armed Forces personnel in Monmouthshire are benefitting from a new package of support to help with their attainment and development thanks to funding and a dedicated support officer….
Monmouthshire County Council’s planning committee has approved planning applications for the construction of 269 homes (68 affordable housing including 7 bungalows) and a care home at Crick Road. Monmouthshire County…
Households in Monmouthshire are being encouraged to apply for funding for free energy saving improvements to their homes. Recent changes to the eligibility for the Energy Company grant means the…
Three new apprentices will kick-start their careers this week as they join Monmouthshire County Council to work within the social care team. The three eager individuals have joined the team…
MCC has reaffirmed its commitment to working with our armed forces community, together with our five Town Councils (Abergavenny, Monmouth, Usk, Caldicot and Chepstow) who signed the Covenant for the…
Fifteen brand new fast electric vehicle charging points will soon be available across Monmouthshire. Work has begun to install 65 electric vehicle charging points at 34 sites across Gwent, including…
Monlife is celebrating being given a top award for helping people with disabilities access sport. The service group managed by Monmouthshire County Council was awarded the insport Silver Standard at…
Monmouthshire County Council has just had its application to renew its Fairtrade County status approved by the national Fairtrade Foundation. The award is given in recognition of the strong support…
Monday 6th January 2020 marked the launch of MonLife, an exciting collaboration that has unified all services and facilities under one brand, strengthening awareness and enhancing opportunities for all. MonLife…
Monmouthshire County Council urgently needs more foster carers to keep up with the growing demand to provide homes for local children. The council is calling on more people to become…