Monmouthshire County Council has submitted a bid for a new railway station in Magor, together with the Magor Action Group on Rail (MAGOR) local community group. The bid for a…

“If you want to travel fast, travel alone. If you want to travel far, travel together” This captures some interesting dilemmas for us as we look to our future. Our…

Carers who look after loved ones or friends have been sharing their personal experiences with Monmouthshire County Council at the start of Carers Week 2020. The annual campaign, which runs…

Monmouthshire County Council is asking as many residents as possible to take part in a new survey that seeks opinions and ideas about how Monmouthshire’s town and village centres could…

In response to the Welsh Government’s Test, Trace, Protect strategy, partners including Public Health Wales, the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and the five Local Authorities in Gwent have joined…

Businesses in Monmouthshire should act soon if they wish to apply financial support. The Welsh Government’s Business Grants fund is closing on 30th June. More than 2,000 businesses have already…

In recent weeks there has been much coverage in the local and national media telling the story of those on the frontline in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. From…

Gardens, large and small are fantastic places for all kinds of plants and animals. Wales Nature Week is all about nature in our gardens and the fun starts on Saturday,…

All key (critical) workers, their household members and their immediate contacts can be tested for COVID-19 at the testing centre at Rodney Parade in Newport. Individuals that are symptomatic of…

Photo: County Councillor Bob Greenland. UK-based companies can now apply for a convertible loan of between £125,000 and £5million, to support continued growth and innovation in sectors as diverse as…

Council seeks vacant properties to accommodate homeless over pandemic Monmouthshire County Council has issued an appeal to owners of vacant properties to make them available as temporary accommodation. The properties…

Monmouth has officially been named as the UK’s first Bee Town. This recognition, awarded on World Bee Day, follows the excellent work led by Monmouthshire County Council, Monmouth Town Council…

Monmouthshire County Council has marked National Mental Health Awareness Week by highlighting some of the services it has provided to ensure residents can cope well during the coronavirus pandemic.  The…

Press release – Monmouthshire libraries encourage residents to pick up a book to improve mental wellbeing Reading can go a long way to help improve mental wellbeing. That’s the message…

Under the current lockdown measures, many of the usual opportunities to identify domestic abuse such as contact with professionals at routine appointments have been lost, meaning older people could be…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards is keen to support a national initiative called Business Against Scams, which seeks to stop businesses falling victim to criminals currently exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic….

Monmouthshire’s foster care team is looking for committed and caring people to offer a home to children and young people within the county.  In these difficult times, it’s more important…

1The Gwent Integrated Autism Service, a partnership between the area’s five local authorities and the Aneurin Bevan Health Board, has set up online advice sessions to provide help and support…

Monmouthshire County Council has announced that its Llanfoist and Five Lanes recycling centres will be reopening on Tuesday 26th May. Detailed plans have been put into place to ensure that…

Monmouthshire has set out a blueprint for administering the authority’s aims while communities face the coronavirus virus pandemic.  Cabinet met remotely last Wednesday (6th May) and agreed our strategy with…

Monmouthshire County Council is keen to update residents and clear up any misconceptions about the closure of our Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). There seems to be some misinformation circulating…

High tides are due.  We will be monitoring the situation and if necessary, will arrange for the A466 through Tintern to be closed for short periods on the following dates…

Independent charity Bridges has seen a large increase in residents accessing its telephone-befriending initiative since the coronavirus pandemic lockdown was announced.  Since the lockdown more people have struggled with loneliness…

A project instigated by occupational therapists and physiotherapists at Monmouthshire’s integrated health and social care team based in Monmouth’s Monnow Vale has benefitted to the tune of £12,000 thanks to…

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a local brewery has diversified to help meet the needs of frontline workers. In recent weeks, Magor Brewery – Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I has…

As the UK enters its fourth week of lockdown, Monmouthshire County Council continues to function around the clock to support communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Council Leader Peter Fox…

A growing network of volunteers across Monmouthshire have been praised for their efforts during the COVID-19 epidemic. Monmouthshire County Council has been overwhelmed by the support and kindness of communities…

A local authority team providing help and support for families has adapted to restrictions posed by the Covid-19 pandemic by setting up an advice line.  Monmouthshire County Council’s Building Strong…

People in Monmouthshire are being encouraged to continue, where possible, donating food items to support the county’s food banks. The council is encouraging people to think of the food banks…

As the Easter bank holiday weekend approaches Monmouthshire County Council, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and other partners across Gwent are sharing one simple message – stay home. With good…

Councillors, staff and volunteers at Monmouthshire County Council continue to work exceptionally hard to ensure key services operate as the COVID-19 pandemic reaches a crucial stage across the country. The…

 Kind gestures by two high street retailers have ensured that each pupil attending Monmouthshire’s hub schools for children of key workers will enjoy the welcome treat of Easter eggs. Thanks…

The council is aware that many businesses are not making the most of the support that is there for them. If you occupy business premises in Monmouthshire with a rateable…

People who are employed or self-employed are being encouraged to apply for financial support following the recent announcement from the UK Government. The packages of support are available to help…

Following the recent temporary closure of the Post Office in Usk due to government advice, Monmouthshire County Council will now operate a free bus service for residents to allow them to…

Although many have applied for Welsh Government business grants offered in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, up to 2,000 potentially eligible firms in Monmouthshire are yet to fill in the…

Monmouthshire County Council shares plans to support small businesses  As the country takes steps to contain coronavirus virus with people staying at home and many small businesses closing with immediate…

Advice on how to improve broadband during coronavirus Many people may have been asked to work from home or will be relying on digital connectivity while they self-isolate. Below are…

Monmouthshire County Council has taken the decision to temporarily close the Borough Theatre in Abergavenny and the council-run museums following advice from the UK government to avoid any unnecessary social…

 Carmine Tarquilio will represent Wales in the final of the National Care Chef of the Year competition to be held on 3rd June at Stratford Upon Avon College in Warwickshire….

In light of the changing circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and following yesterday’s announcement by the Government, the decision has been made to postpone the LDP engagement events until further notice.  The…

As part of International Women’s Day 2020, King Henry VIII Comprehensive in Abergavenny hosted workshops for its Year 9 students. Rhiannon Taylor, of Monmouthshire Inspire, launched the event by giving…

As part of Fairtrade Fortnight, 24th February-8th March, groups of children from 18 Monmouthshire schools joined forces for a conference at Raglan CiW Primary School. Learning and fun were combined…

St Mary’s RC Primary School in Chepstow marked St David’s Day with an eisteddfod that demonstrated the talents of students and celebrated their sense of belonging to Wales. Each class…

Monmouthshire County Council has updated its corporate plan, ‘A Monmouthshire that works for everyone’. The updated corporate plan re-states the council’s purpose of building sustainable and resilient communities. With local…

High tides are due.  We will be monitoring the situation and if necessary, will arrange for the A466 through Tintern to be closed for short periods on the following dates…

St Mary’s RC Primary School in Chepstow marked St David’s Day with an eisteddfod that demonstrated the talents of students and celebrated their sense of belonging to Wales. Each class…

Monmouthshire County Council has launched a special task group to deal with the mass recovery operation following the unprecedented flooding experienced across the county. Recovery Co-ordinating Group (RCG) ‘Attis’ has…

Free drop-in surgeries hosted by the Development Bank of Wales, Business Wales and Monmouthshire County Council next week will aim to help entrepreneurs and owners of firms discover more about…

Monmouthshire Trading Standards is warning people to be aware of rogue traders targeting residents affected by the recent flooding. It is not illegal for handymen to canvas for work in…

Residents and businesses impacted by flooding are being asked to follow important information as clean-up operations continue across the county. Over 100 residential properties and a number of businesses have…

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

A severe flood warning for the River Wye in Monmouth has been declared by Natural Resources Wales. This means water levels are deemed extremely dangerous and are predicted to reach…

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

For further information view our Flood Risk Management page Updates

Monmouthshire has experienced the fourth day of a severe weather incident. The storm has impacted the whole county but has been most acute in Usk, Monmouth and surrounding areas. Water…

Following flooding across the county, a number of road closures remain in place. i) The R90 Whitebrook Rd with the Jcn of the A466 at Bigsweir Bridge due to flooding…

Monmouthshire County Council has begun a major recovery operation in the wake of Storm Dennis and unprecedented flooding across the county. The council is estimating 100+ residential properties have been…

Monmouthshire County Council’s flooding priority for remainder of the 17th of February is the Wye River running through the Monmouth town. The levels are currently running high and modelling suggests…

Storm Dennis has caused widespread flooding on roads and affected water levels on the River Monnow, River Usk and River Wye in Monmouthshire. Monmouthshire County Council worked in partnership with…

Due to tidal surge predicted – we will be putting in additional road closures at Tintern for tonight and tomorrow morning as follows: Wednesday 12th February Between 22:15 – 22:45…

High tides are due. We will be monitoring the situation and if necessary, will arrange for the A466 through Tintern to be closed for short periods on the following dates…

Children of Armed Forces personnel in Monmouthshire are benefitting from a new package of support to help with their attainment and development thanks to funding and a dedicated support officer….

Monmouthshire County Council’s planning committee has approved planning applications for the construction of 269 homes (68 affordable housing including 7 bungalows) and a care home ­at Crick Road. Monmouthshire County…

Households in Monmouthshire are being encouraged to apply for funding for free energy saving improvements to their homes. Recent changes to the eligibility for the Energy Company grant means the…

Three new apprentices will kick-start their careers this week as they join Monmouthshire County Council to work within the social care team.  The three eager individuals have joined the team…

Monmouthshire County Council will be hosting a series of public meetings to share their 2020/21 budget proposals with residents. The meetings will take place in the north and south of…