News

Monmouthshire County Council urges vigilance over parking scams

Published: 19 Mar 25

Monmouthshire County Council is warning residents and visitors to the county to be aware of parking scams in operation in the area. The council have received reports of fake QR codes being stuck to parking machines in council-owned car parks across the region. When scanned, the QR code takes the user to what appears to be a legitimate website. However, the council has learned that the website is a subscription scam – charging a joining fee and signing the user up for a diet plan subscription. Read More...

20mph speed limits

Published: 19 Feb 25

Monmouthshire County Council has conducted a review of the 20mph speed limits across the county, following the Welsh Government's call to gather residents' feedback and provision of new '30mph exception' guidance in 2024. After reassessing some identified roads against the Welsh Government's updated 30mph guidance, which reiterates the importance of providing a safe environment for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists, taking into account also the movement function and road characteristics, the council has concluded that no further changes are required, and all roads currently set at 20mph should remain. Read More...

Devauden Road Closure

Published: 10 Feb 25

A section of Devauden Road, St Arvans (0.50km from its junction with A466 for 0.60km in a north-westerly direction) will be closed on 24 February 2025. A signed diversion will be in place as follows:- A466, B4293, Devauden Road and vice versa. Read More...

Consultation now open on Monmouthshire County Council’s Draft Budget for 2025-26

Published: 24 Jan 25

The consultation will close on Saturday 22nd February, and residents are encouraged to share their feedback on the draft budget proposals. To view the draft budget proposals, provide feedback, or sign up for an engagement session, please visit the council’s dedicated consultation website: www.letstalkmonmounthshire.co.uk. Read More...

Handy man / woman needed

Published: 23 Jan 25

The Community Council is looking for people that are able to undertake maintenance work and odd jobs around the local community on our behalf. Competitive rate of pay offered. Flexible hours of work. If interested please contact the clerk. Read More...

Monmouthshire County Council launches Let’s Talk Monmouthshire

Published: 23 Jan 25

Monmouthshire County Council is excited to announce the launch of a new platform to strengthen connections with residents and gather valuable feedback. Let’s Talk Monmouthshire is a digital platform designed to provide a welcoming environment for discussions about local policies, community issues and services. The platform will serve as a central hub for various engagement activities, discussions and consultations being run by the council. Residents are encouraged to visit www.letstalkmonmouthshire.co.uk to register and become part of the Let’s Talk community. Read More...

Financial support for Monmouthshire residents affected by Storm Bert and Darragh

Published: 10 Jan 25

Monmouthshire residents affected by Storm Bert and Storm Darragh can apply for financial support through the Emergency Financial Assistance Scheme administered by local councils on behalf of the Welsh Government. This initiative aims to assist households that have experienced significant damage due to flooding. The scheme was launched at the end of 2024, and payments have already been made to households that have successfully applied for the grant. Households with insurance can receive £500, while uninsured households are eligible for £1,000. To apply for this funding, residents need to fill out a short application form: www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/financial-support-for-monmouthshire-residents/ The application process closes on Wednesday, 19th February 2025. Read More...

Have your say on policing in Monmouthshire

Published: 10 Jan 25

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent is asking residents to have their say on policing in Monmouthshire. Police and Crime Commissioners are responsible for holding the Chief Constable to account for the delivery of local policing services, setting the police’s yearly budget, and commissioning services to support policing priorities. Have your say - https://bit.ly/GwentPolicebudget2025 Read More...

Getting medical help over Christmas

Published: 21 Dec 24

With the festive bank holidays fast approaching, please note that all GP surgeries and the majority of community pharmacies will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. The bank holiday opening hours of pharmacies in your area are listed on this website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/news/ news/accessing-medical-help-in-gwent-over-the-christmas-period/. It's also a good idea to make sure your medicine cabinet is fully stocked, which could help you treat common illnesses and ailments at home. Read More...

Free treatment and advice at your local pharmacy

Published: 20 Nov 24

Did you know you can receive FREE treatment and advice at your local Pharmacy through the Common Ailments Service? The Common Ailments Service offers patients access to free NHS advice and treatment for common conditions. The service is available from all community pharmacies in Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and offers an alternative to making an appointment with the GP. You can view the common ailments covered by the scheme on our website here: https://bit.ly/3D19gMo Read More...

Winter Vaccinations

Published: 9 Oct 24

Roadworks/Traffic Information

Published: 4 Apr 24

One.Network is a live traffic information website where you can check current road issues and upcoming roadworks. Read More...

111 Urgent Mental Health Help

Published: 4 Apr 24

Audit 2022-2023

Published: 19 Dec 23

Audit Wales has completed its audit of St Arvans Community Council for 2022-2023 with a fully satisfactory outcome. Read More...

St Arvans Road Safety Project

Published: 8 Nov 23

Report produced by Peter Evans Partnership (PEP) for presentation to Monmouthshire County Council. Read More...

Public Spaces Protection Order for Dog Controls - MCC Consultation

Published: 6 Oct 23

Residents have until 25th November 2023 to respond to a public consultation on the introduction of dog exclusion areas and dogs on lead areas, as well as greater legal powers to tackle dog fouling. See link for details, maps, and consultation survey. Read More...

New Village Gateway Signs

Published: 22 Mar 23

The Wye Valley Villages Improvement Plan 2022 set out a number of projects including village signs Read More...