Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouth Town Council has welcomed the significant progress made on Inglis Bridge in Monmouth, with the bridge expected to reopen to pedestrians at the end July,…
Monmouthshire County Council is delighted to announce that several of its parks, attractions and community green spaces have once again been recognised with prestigious Green Flag Awards, including a first-time…
This summer, Monmouth is turning into a giant storybook. Children and families are invited to step into the magical world of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler this summer as a…
Monmouthshire County Council is encouraging residents to share their views on what makes a strong community through a new engagement on Let’s Talk Monmouthshire. The initiative is the first step…
Students from across Monmouthshire’s secondary schools came together at King Henry VIII 3-19 School in Abergavenny on Friday 3 July for the county’s first-ever Menstrual Ambassador Conference. It was a…
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…
Air quality in Usk has improved to such an extent that Monmouthshire County Council has revoked the Usk Air Quality Management Area (AQMA), bringing to an end a designation that…
Pupils from across Monmouthshire came together to showcase their creativity, teamwork and coding skills at a dynamic LEGO STEM event held at Caldicot School on Thursday, 18 June 2026. …
Motorcyclists are being invited to help shape future road safety improvements by sharing their experiences of using Monmouthshire roads. Monmouthshire County Council has launched a survey to better understand the…
Monmouthshire County Council is bringing back its Nature Isn’t Neat campaign this summer, encouraging a more relaxed approach to grass cutting to help wildlife thrive. Now in its sixth year,…
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…
6 July 2026 Following the recent unauthorised encampment at Caldicot Leisure Centre, Monmouthshire County Council has proceeded with legal steps, in line with our established protocols and Welsh Government Guidance. …
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…
Residents are invited to join a community celebration marking the successful restoration of a cherished woodland at Mill Common, in the heart of Magor and Undy. The completion of the…
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)…
Following huge demand from communities across Wales, TrydaNi has launched a new electric car club in Abergavenny. The TrydaNi Abergavenny car club launch took place earlier this month, supported by…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council brought the community spirit to Usk recently as part of the International Family Fun Day. The sun was shining as families, visitors and residents made their way…
Communities across Monmouthshire are stronger because of the dedication of local foster carers, who were recognised at a special appreciation event hosted by Foster Wales Monmouthshire on Friday, 5 June…
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…
Published: 3 June 2026 A Monmouthshire Welsh-medium school has received a glowing report following a recent Estyn inspection. Ysgol Gymraeg Y Ffin, in Caldicot, was described by Estyn as “a…
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: 27 May 2026 Monmouthshire County Council and Caldicot Town Council are working in partnership and have engaged LDA Design to help guide the development of a new placemaking plan for…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to confirm that the Llanthony Valley road will fully reopen on 22 May, marking the completion of recovery works after the significant landslip earlier this…
Published: 21/05/2026 Kids, teachers, councillors and representatives from Living Streets have got together to celebrate Walk to School Week in Gilwern by walking along an upgraded walking route. They were…
Work to transform Castle Dell Play Area in Chepstow has officially begun, marked by a “spade in the ground” event on Tuesday, 19 May 2026. The milestone brings the long‑anticipated project a step…
Published: 15/05/2026 A special event took place at Abergavenny Library on Friday 15 May to mark the official naming of the library’s Community Room as the ‘Raymond Williams Room’, celebrating…
Monmouthshire County Council held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 14 May 2026, During the meeting, councillors formally reappointed Cllr Mary Ann Brocklesby as Council Leader, who will continue to…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council is pleased to report that work to upgrade two play parks in Chepstow has been completed. The play parks at Western Avenue and Piggy’s Hill have been…
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…
Cost of Living programmes delivered across Monmouthshire in 2025/26 have helped thousands of residents stay warm, enjoy a meal and get support through the colder months. The programmes were delivered…
Monmouthshire County Council and Usk Town Council are working together to improve Usk’s public spaces through a project focused on Bridge Street and Twyn Square. The aim is to create safer,…
Schools from across Monmouthshire have taken part in a pair of water safety events. Around 500 students attended the events, which were organised with the support of the RNLI, South…
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…
Following the launch of the Monmouthshire Cultural Strategy, applications are now open to join the Monmouthshire Cultural Partnership Forum. Across Monmouthshire, culture is lived. Professionals and volunteers enrich the lives…
Monmouthshire has been recognised as one of the safest places in the UK for children to play outdoors, ranking second overall in a national comparison by Outdoor Toys. The assessment,…
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…
Children in Monmouthshire have been leading the way in encouraging people to buy Fairtrade Easter eggs and chocolate this Easter by designing posters for a competition organised by Monmouthshire County…
Monmouthshire County Council has taken the decision to close the Old Wye Bridge in Chepstow to all users following recommendations from specialist engineers. The bridge, which connects Bridge Street with…
On Wednesday, 25 March 2026, creatives, partners, and community organisations gathered for the Monmouthshire Cultural Celebration and Networking Event at the Borough Theatre in Abergavenny. This event showcased the diverse…
Monmouthshire County Council has become the first county council in Wales to be awarded Council of Sanctuary status, underpinning its commitment to supporting people fleeing war and persecution. The decision…
Monmouthshire’s Town of Flowers, Usk is in the spotlight again after winning the accolade of Best Place to Live in Wales in this year’s The Sunday Times Best Places to…
Monmouthshire County Council has issued a statement on the recent illegal encampment within Chepstow Leisure Centre’s car park. Cllr Angela Sandles, Cabinet Member for Equalities and Engagement, said: “We would…
Ten projects across Monmouthshire are to receive a share of more than £7.5million in funding from the Welsh Government. The Abergavenny/Llanfoist active travel bridge, renovation of Chainbridge and the B4245 at…
Monmouthshire County Council wants to hear from young people across the county who use their local library. In our newly-launched Let’s Talk Libraries: Young People’s Survey we’re looking for feedback from those aged…
A major programme of nature recovery will be delivered across Gwent after the Gwent Green Grid Partnership secured £999,974 from the Nature Networks Programme, which is being delivered by 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)….
The Gwent Green Grid Partnership hosted a celebration of a spectacular new multimedia artwork celebrating the incredible biodiversity of our region. The BioTapestry is an ambitious 70-metre-long creation, created by community groups…
Monmouthshire County Council has approved a outcome focused budget following a Full Council meeting on Thursday, 05 March 2026, setting out how the authority will continue to invest in communities…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council held a celebration of all things Welsh at County Hall in Usk this week to celebrate St David’s Day. Councillors and officers were joined by schoolchildren, a…
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…
Business, infrastructure providers and local authorities are meeting to discuss resilience and green growth opportunities through the Marches Forward Partnership. Participants will explore how joint action with the MFP could…
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,…
The recent floods on the River Monnow have devastated residents and businesses in the town of Monmouth and confirmed the pattern of recurrent flood damage in villages such as Skenfrith….
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 agreed to submit the Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) to the Welsh Government and Planning and Environment Decision Wales (PEDW) for independent examination following a vote at yesterday’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…