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At yesterday’s full council meeting (15 May), Cllr. Brocklesby was re-elected as the leader of Monmouthshire County Council.

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…

Monmouthshire County Council will receive a share of £5million of Welsh Government funding to refurbish, improve and create play spaces across the county. The funding has been allocated to create…

Monmouthshire County Council’s dedicated fostering team seeks residents who can make a difference in the lives of local children this Foster Care Fortnight. Foster Care Fortnight takes place from 12…

On Wednesday, April 30, the Monmouth Comprehensive School senior boys’ football team etched their names into the history books with a thrilling Welsh Schools Under-18 FA Cup final victory. MCS…

The National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) has positively impacted more than 1,000 individuals in Monmouthshire over the past 12 months. The programme, funded by the Welsh Government, helps improve the…

MonLife’s Countryside Access Service has teamed up with Bethany Handley to raise awareness about improving access for all. Funded through the Welsh Government Access Improvement Grant, two videos have been filmed…

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…

A six-metre common swift tower has been installed at County Hall in Usk as part of the Gwent Green Grid Shared Prosperity Funding for enhancing Green Spaces. The tower, which…

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,…

Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to announce that it has been awarded up to £8.2 million in transport funding across the county to deliver a variety of projects. The funding…

A giant puppet, poetry, community choir and advice on funding were amongst the highlights of Monmouthshire’s second Creative Celebration. On Friday, 11 April, County Hall was once again full of…

Monmouthshire County Council’s 2025 Play Sufficiency Assessment (PSA) is currently being completed and is due for submission in June. Part of the objective of the assessment is to show that…

A new chapter has begun at King Henry VIII 3-19 School, Abergavenny, as Monmouthshire County Council receives the keys to the new school building. After four years of planning and…

The Marches Forward Partnership is set to reach a significant milestone in its development with the establishment of the Marches Forward Partnership Board. The Marches Forward Partnership brings together Herefordshire…

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…

West Gloucester and Dean Forest Motorcycle Club are holding the 38th Wyegate Motorcycle Trial on Sunday 13 April. The club is a member of Trail Riders Fellowship, which requires members to follow…

On Friday, 21 March, The Rainbow Trust building in Chepstow was officially reopened following refurbishment. Funded by Monmouthshire County Council, Chepstow Town Council, the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns Placemaking Grant…

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,…

Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) expresses deep concern over the potential drying up of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, a cherished and vital asset to South East Wales. The canal, renowned…

Mechanical tree felling at Mill Common in Magor as part of The Woodland Investment Grant (TWIG) has been paused due to the progressing spring and the discovery of several bird nests in the area. Ecologists have been working…

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…

Monmouthshire County Council continues actively engaging with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) regarding the necessary work to reopen Inglis Bridge in Monmouth. Discussions have been progressing at the highest level…

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…

A Monmouthshire County Council school project working to increase the uptake of free school meals, proves a recipe for success. The Chwedlau Bwyd | Food Stories project has been all…

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…

MonLife have announced an array of exciting activities and events for families and young people this February half-term. Free stay and play sessions offer children and families the chance to…

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’s Assistive and Smart Technology Service, along with the Social Care and Health directorate, provides technological solutions to help people live comfortably and securely in their own homes….

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 are working to install new waste mitigation measures in Chepstow to help alleviate the impact of residential and business waste and recycling left on the street in…

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 is tackling the winter blues by distributing 120 ‘sunshine curry’ meal kits to five venues supporting food provisions across the county. Funded by the Monmouthshire Food Partnership, this initiative…

Holocaust Memorial Day has been marked in Monmouthshire with poignant ceremonies at County Hall in Usk and at Caldicot Hub. This year is the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau….

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 residents affected by Storm Bert and Storm Darragh can apply for financial support through the Emergency Financial Assistance Scheme administered by local councils on behalf of the Welsh Government. This…

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….

A Monmouthshire Primary School has become the first in the county to have achieved the Armed Forces Friendly Schools Bronze Award. As well as being the first school in Monmouthshire…

Castle Park Primary School, Caldicot officially opened its new multi-use space, the ‘Cwtsh’, on Monday, 16 December. This initiative aims to strengthen the ties between pupils, parents, and the wider…

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 have collaborated with Streetwave to provide a mobile coverage checker for its residents to check their mobile signal. The council began working with Streetwave to measure signal…

Monmouthshire County Council held a festive event in Caldicot to highlight all the good work in the region’s libraries. Caldicot Community Hub was the setting for the Christmas Celebration this…

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…

Following Storm Bert over the weekend, Monmouthshire County Council’s officers are working diligently across the county to address the aftermath of the flooding. As of today, November 25, a significant…

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….

Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) is marking 1,000 days since the invasion of Ukraine, by proudly joining the nation in solidarity to #StandWithUkraine to honour the courage and resilience of those…

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…

Monmouthshire pupils have found inspiration to become leaders through sport, thanks to the return of the Bronze Young Ambassadors Conferences. Hosted by MonLife’s Sports Development team, this year’s conference spanned…

A successful bid for National Lottery Funding has secured £100,000 towards the regeneration of the Dell play area in Chepstow. The funding was obtained by the volunteer group Friends of…

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 is entering the Deposit stage of its Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) for the period of 2018-2033. This plan is essential in shaping our communities’ future and…

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…

Cyngor Sir Fynwy / Monmouthshire County Council