During Green Libraries Week 2026 (21-28 October), Monmouthshire Libraries will celebrate the important role libraries play in supporting sustainability, biodiversity and community wellbeing. This year’s theme, Climate Facts for a…
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…
A proposed project to transform Severn Tunnel Junction railway station into a major regional transport hub was discussed during a visit by the Welsh Government’s Deputy Minister for Transport, Mark…
Leaders from local government, farming, infrastructure, academia and business have lobbied for a positive future for rural Wales and the borderlands at the Senedd. Representatives from the Marches Forward Partnership…
From Wednesday 14 October, residents, businesses and visitors can have their say on proposals to enhance Magor village centre as part of the next stage of the area’s placemaking programme….
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, but it’s a topic that’s relevant every day – it affects so many of us, at home and in the workplace. Monmouthshire County…
People across the Marches – Monmouthshire, Herefordshire, Powys and Shropshire – are being invited to help shape a stronger, greener and more resilient local food system through a major new…
People of all ages from across Monmouthshire are being invited to share their views on Monmouthshire County Council’s draft Welsh Language Strategy 2027-2032. The Let’s Talk Welsh Language consultation, which…
Families across Monmouthshire will soon be able to apply for funded childcare for all two-year-olds, following the latest expansion of the Welsh Government-funded childcare offer. From 2 November 2026, parents…
In accordance with Section 19 of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, in its role as Lead Local Flood Authority, Monmouthshire County Council has completed an investigation into the…
Residents in Usk will soon be able to use their local Post Office more often due to revised opening hours. The Usk Post Office has been located within the Community…
Monmouthshire County Council is developing a new Road Safety Strategy aimed at making journeys safer for everyone who lives, works in or visits the county. The strategy, which will cover…
The Shire Hall Museum team are looking forward to meeting residents and visitors at the Monmouth Festival of Stories this autumn as part of its first community engagement event ahead…
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 is urging residents to dispose of vapes correctly after recycling wardens found eight disposable devices in a single household waste bag. A recent audit highlighted an important…
Residents across Monmouthshire are being invited to share their views on the council’s Nature Isn’t Neat programme, helping to shape how the initiative develops in the years ahead. The Let’s Talk…
Community groups, volunteers, schoolchildren and Monmouthshire County Council will all be speaking up for Fair Pay this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight. For 2026, Fairtrade Fortnight runs from 21 September to 4…
Monmouthshire County Council’s environmental enforcement officers have been operating across the county for 12 weeks, helping to tackle littering offences and breaches of the council’s Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO)…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council is inviting residents, businesses and community groups to help shape the next stage of plans for Caldicot town centre and surrounding public spaces. From Monday, 21 September,…
A Ukrainian woman who fled her homeland at the age of 97 following Russia’s invasion has celebrated her 100th birthday at County Hall in Monmouthshire. Abergavenny resident Lidiia Rebrova marked…
A partnership of organisations across Monmouthshire has secured funding through the WCVA Strategic Volunteering Grant to help strengthen volunteering and community-led evaluation across the county. Led by Monmouthshire County Council,…
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…
Tourism businesses across Monmouthshire are being encouraged to apply for a new grant scheme designed to improve accessibility and ensure more people can enjoy everything the county has to offer….
Monmouthshire residents are being encouraged to have their say this September through Monmouthshire County Council’s engagement platform, Let’s Talk Monmouthshire. More than 1,000 people have already registered, using the platform to share views, contribute ideas and keep up to date with consultations across the…
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…
Published 27/08/2026 From accessing council services to finding local support and advice, Monmouthshire residents can discover a wealth of help and opportunities at their local Community Hub. From hosting community…
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…
Motorists travelling on one of Monmouthshire major roads will benefit from the completion of a series of roadworks. Monmouthshire County Council can confirm that work to resurface the A472 at…
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…
Today, 20 August 2026, 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,…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council are offering a parent programme for parents and carers of children who are autistic or currently going through the diagnostic process. EarlyBird Plus is a National Autistic…
Students across Monmouthshire are celebrating today (13 August 2026) as they receive their A-Level, AS Level and vocational qualification results, marking an important milestone in their education and opening the…
A package of improvements to bus services serving Monmouthshire will be introduced from September thanks to support from Herefordshire County Council and the Welsh Government. These changes will bring new…
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…
Caldicot played host to a celebration of local artists at the weekend, providing a chance for the community to come together and get creative. A council and community collaboration, Caldicot…
Monmouthshire County Council are asking local groups and residents for their help in identifying and cataloguing sightings of common swifts across the region. Swift numbers have declined 75% since 1995,…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council are pleased to announce that work has begun on the construction of the Llanfoist to Abergavenny Active Travel Bridge. The new active travel bridge will enable people…
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…
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…
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…