Access Improvement Grants are now available
Applications are now open for two new Access Improvement Grant schemes aimed at improving access at Monmouthshire’s visitor attractions or visitor related events. The two grant schemes are funded under…
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Monmouthshire County Council supporting the Indian Malayali community
With the help of Monmouthshire County Council’s Strategic Partnerships Teams Cohesion lead, people are coming together to create the Abergavenny Meghala Malayali Association (AMMA) to connect the Indian Malayali residents…
Gypsy and Traveller pitches in Monmouthshire
Following a full council meeting on the 26th of October, Monmouthshire County Council will proceed with the Cabinet’s decision to undertake a public consultation on the proposed council owned sites…
Apply for your child’s place at primary school today
From today, 6th November 2023, parents can apply for their children to start school in September 2024 Children born between 1st September 2019 and 31st August 2020 are eligible to…
Green space to be improved in Monmouth
Plans to enhance the riverside by the historic Monnow Bridge and improve basic infrastructure in Monmouth are under way. The project is a partnership between Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouth…
Black History Month celebrated across Monmouthshire
Throughout October, Monmouthshire County Council celebrated Black History Month. Across the county, the council celebrated the contributions black people have made in shaping the history of the county and the…
Advice and friendship at Veterans Support Hub
The Monmouthshire Veterans’ Support Hub held an official Opening Ceremony on Monday 2nd October 2023, at the St John Ambulance Hall, Fairfield Car Park, Abergavenny. Two Royal Air Force Veterans…
Monmouthshire County Council Celebrates Black History Month
Throughout October, Monmouthshire County Council is celebrating the contributions black people have made in shaping the history of the county and country. MonLife Heritage Learning has worked with staff and…
Monmouthshire Food Partnership grants – Last chance to apply
Monmouthshire Food Partnership is inviting applications from third-sector organisations and community groups that are contributing to Monmouthshire’s good food movement. Applicants can submit for grants of up to £2,000 to…
Monmouthshire County Council set to sign groundbreaking cross border partnership
Monmouthshire County Council is set to confirm a groundbreaking agreement with other English and Welsh local authorities at its Cabinet on Wednesday 6th September. The proposed Marches Forward Partnership would…
Plans for resurfacing of Wye Bridge progressing
At Council in January earlier this year, Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet Member Catrin Maby announced the plans for the resurfacing of the Wye Bridge Monmouth. The condition of this highway…
Chepstow celebrations mark 10 years of the Wales Coast Path
Chepstow Riverside was the setting for celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path on Monday 27th March. The event, attended by representatives of Monmouthshire County Council, Welsh…
In memory of Brian Hood MBE (1932-2023)
We offer our sincere condolences to the family of Brian Hood, former Councillor and Chair of Monmouthshire County Council (2011-2012). Brian was first elected in 1987 to Monmouth District Council…
Important Turner painting of Chepstow Castle coming home
Thanks to funding secured from the Arts Council England / V&A Purchase Grant Fund and National Lottery support, Museums Association Beecroft Bequest, The Usk Valley Trust and MonLife museums’ acquisitions…
International Women’s Day Celebrations
To mark International Women’s Day on Wednesday 8th March, women Councillors came together to talk to colleagues via a livestream event. The event was chaired by Cllr. Catherine Fookes, Cabinet…
Monmouthshire’s heritage to benefit from funding awards
MonLife, which runs Monmouthshire County Council’s heritage service MonHeritage, has secured two funding awards totalling over £415,000 from Welsh Government and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The award will enable…
Community generosity helping Christmas Wishes appeal deliver joy
In the first fortnight of Monmouthshire County Council’s Christmas Wishes appeal, presents and donations of money have been coming in from generous residents and businesses, including the construction firms working…
Visitor to Caldicot leisure centre returns to thank those who helped save his life
A visitor to Caldicot leisure centre recently returned to thank the centre’s staff for their quick response when he suffered a potentially fatal medical emergency earlier in the year. Alan…
Looking for a truly historic half-term? Welsh Museums Festival has it covered
Dragon lore, Pirate Codes, Time Travel and Treasures, and crafts are on offer as museums across Wales are busy brewing a potent potion of inspiration for a bumper historic half…
Memorial safety tests to be carried out Chepstow Cemetery
Throughout October 2022, the Council has confirmed that it will continue its rolling programme of testing the safety of memorials in its cemeteries, starting with Chepstow cemetery. The Council is…
This year’s Usk Show honoured Queen Elizabeth II and her love of rural life
This year’s Usk Show welcomed visitors in their thousands to the showground on Saturday 10th September. Following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II two days earlier, the decision…
Reminder of £500 payment available to Monmouthshire’s unpaid carers
Monmouthshire County Council have issued a reminder of the approaching closing date – Friday 2nd September, at 5pm – for applications for the £500 Support Payment for Unpaid Carers. The one-off…
Deputy Minister visits Community Quilt project in Caldicot
As part of Loneliness Awareness Week, the Deputy Minister for Social Services, Julie Morgan MS arrived at TogetherWorks in Caldicot today (Thursday 16th June) to learn about the impact one…
Chepstow’s Community Cabin Reopens to Offer Wellbeing Support
Chepstow’s Community Cabin reopened on Monday 23rd May- for the first time since the Covid-19 Pandemic led to its temporary closure. Based at Chepstow Community Hospital, the Cabin is a…
Caldicot Community Hub to temporarily close for refurbishment
Caldicot Library is celebrating 25 years of providing great books, community spirit and support, this year. To mark this special milestone, Monmouthshire County Council will be rejuvenating the Community Hub…
Monmouthshire’s elects first female Leader and confirms Cabinet
At the first meeting of Full Council following the recent elections, Monmouthshire County Council elected its new Leader. The meeting at County Hall in Usk on Thursday 19th May saw…