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 council is working together…
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…
In September, almost 250 people attended two successful jobs fairs hosted by Monmouthshire County Council’s Employment & Skills team, in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions. Held in…
Foster Wales Monmouthshire is proud to highlight the vital role of short breaks carers in supporting foster carers and enriching the lives of children in care across the county. Short…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council is asking users of its libraries to share their feedback and suggestions for improvements as part of a new consultation, Let’s Talk Libraries. Every three years, the…
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…
Monmouthshire County Council has been accredited as a Bronze Carbon Literate Organisation, highlighting the council’s dedication towards tackling climate change, reducing its organisational carbon emissions, and its commitment to working towards…
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,…
The Marches Real Food and Farming Convergence 2025 will be hosted in Monmouthshire this year, as the event visits Square Farm, Monmouth. In its third year running and its first visit…
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…