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…

A new exhibition has recently opened at Chepstow Museum tracing the ever‑changing rhythms and moods of the River Wye from its source at Pumlumon to its tidal meeting with the…

Monmouthshire County Council has finished 2nd in Wales for its recycling rate. Figures for 2024-5 recently released put Monmouthshire at 72.3% for the proportion of waste collected that is reused,…

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…

Llanfoist Fawr Primary School has taken a significant step towards sustainability by becoming a pilot school to host a hybrid Bokashi and aerobic composting pilot, supported by Monmouthshire County Council…

Monmouthshire County Council is preparing to carry out essential safety works on a large Copper Beech tree in Bailey Park in Abergavenny. The work has been deemed necessary after routine…

Monmouthshire County Council held a short but deeply moving ceremony at County Hall last week to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2026. The ceremony was a chance to remember, to reflect,…

Monmouthshire County Council has been praised by Estyn for the positive difference it is making for children and young people across the county. Cllr Laura Wright, Cabinet Member for Education,…

Monmouthshire and Gloucestershire County Councils have agreed to the creation of a cross-boundary work group to develop solutions to the long-standing congestion issues in the Chepstow area. The working group…

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 delighted to announce a significant upgrade to the all‑weather pitch at Caldicot Leisure Centre, marking an exciting step forward for community sport in the area. The…

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 Children’s Services Christmas Wishes campaign returned for its 9th year and brought much needed support to vulnerable families and young people. In a year where so many people and businesses…

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…

Caldicot Castle was again filled with warmth and support as young people and families gathered for the annual Remembering Event, hosted by Monmouthshire County Council. Since its inception in 2016,…

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…

Monmouthshire has been represented on the world stage as part of COP30 in Brazil. Leader of Monmouthshire County Council, Mary Ann Brocklesby, appeared remotely at the event – alongside six…

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,…

Monmouthshire County Council has been honoured with a platinum award by the RSPCA for its exceptional animal welfare standards. The council received the award at the animal welfare charity’s PawPrints Awards….

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 held its first ever Inter-Faith event at County Hall in Usk recently. The event, held in the council chamber, was organised to celebrate the range of faiths practised…

Monmouthshire County Council acknowledges the significant impact Storm Claudia has had on our communities, particularly in Monmouth, Skenfrith, and Abergavenny. Our thoughts are with the families who have had to…

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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,…

Monmouthshire County Council is proud to announce its accreditation as a Real Living Wage Employer, joining a growing movement of organisations across Wales committed to fair pay and tackling in-work…

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’s Thriving Communities Events made a return in October, welcoming more than 250 residents across two sessions held in Magor and Abergavenny. The events were hosted at the Magor and…

Monmouthshire County Council has just launched a new consultation, which runs until Sunday, 14 December 2025, around the theme of culture and cultural activities in the county.  The Let’s Talk…

Monmouthshire County Council has today announced its participation in the annual International Carbon Literacy Action Day. This day highlights dedication to tackle climate change through Carbon Literacy, lowering an organisation’s…

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…

Volunteers from Monmouthshire’s four Benthyg Libraries of Things gathered at County Hall recently to celebrate all that the projects have achieved to date. Benthyg is the Welsh word for borrow…

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 is encouraging residents to visit community-run Repair Cafes to repair broken household items instead of replacing them.   On International Repair Day, Saturday, 18 October, Abergavenny’s monthly…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Community Hubs are inviting residents to enjoy a warm welcome and a free hot drink this winter, with accessible spaces for people of all ages within local…

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…

Across Monmouthshire, community groups are uniting to provide opportunities for learning, discussion, and socialising. To celebrate International Day of Older People on October 1, 2025, MCC’s Cabinet Member for Social Care,…

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…

Schools, village halls and community groups have taken up the challenge to join in Monmouthshire’s biggest ever Fairtrade coffee morning. More than 30 different events are being held by schools…

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…

Monmouthshire County Council are working with Chefs in Schools to deliver bespoke training for our school caterers. The project aims to encourage and increase the consumption of fruit and vegetables…

Following the success of the Thriving Communities Event in 2024, we are excited to announce its return, this time with two separate events.  The events will be hosted in Magor…

Monmouthshire County Council would like to reiterate its thanks to the people and organisations who contributed to the consultation on its Deposit Replacement Local Development Plan in November and December 2024.  More…

Monmouthshire County Council is currently running a public consultation to gather views on its draft Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. The draft strategy sets out how the council manages the…

Schools and community groups in Monmouthshire are invited to be part of the county’s biggest ever Fairtrade Coffee Morning during this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight from 22nd September to 5th October….

Today, 21 August 2025, Monmouthshire students have collected their GCSE results. This date marks the end of months of hard work and is one which learners will have marked out,…

Today, 14 August 2025, Monmouthshire students have collected their A-Level, AS Level and BTEC results. This date is one which learners will have marked out, as they plan their next…

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 is proud to be supporting World Breastfeeding Week this August with a new Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme. World Breastfeeding Week runs from August 1st to 7th and is…

Have your say on Monmouthshire County Council’s plans to transform two Chepstow playgrounds.  The council has received a limited share of the £5million allocated by the Welsh Government for improving…

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…

Chepstow Museum played host to Welsh Government ministers and Monmouthshire County Council cabinet members last week as part of the opening of a new gallery. Changing Faces of Chepstow is…

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…

Last week, the MonLife Sports Development Team hosted primary school pupils from across Monmouthshire at their annual PlayMaker Conferences. The conference brings together Monmouthshire’s young leaders for training and to celebrate their leadership journeys….

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…