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Notice of Election of Councillors Usk Town Council

Published: 5 Jun 24

Notice is hereby given of an upcoming election to fill the vacancies for two councillors in the Usk Ward. The Date of Election is Thursday 11th July 2024 Please see Statement of Persons Nominated Read More...

Two Town Councillor Vacancies

Published: 14 May 24

Two Town Councillor Vacancies have arisen in Usk Town Council - please see the link to view Read More...

Usk Participatory Budget Fund

Published: 13 Dec 23

Usk Town has allocated a small Welsh Government ‘Participatory Budget Fund’ to support local initiatives that benefit our wonderful community. This is your chance to bring your ideas to life and make a real difference! Read More...

Usk Participatory Budget Fund

Published: 13 Dec 23

Usk Town has allocated a small Welsh Government ‘Participatory Budget Fund’ to support local initiatives that benefit our wonderful community. This is your chance to bring your ideas to life and make a real difference! Read More...

Come and join us at the Usk Victorian Christmas Markets – Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December 2023.

Published: 7 Nov 23

Step into a world of yesteryear as the charming town of Usk embraces the spirit of a Victorian Christmas and turns back the clock to create a magical experience like no other. Read More...

Former Mayor of Usk Roger Galletley

Published: 18 Aug 23

Sad passing of former Mayor Roger Galletley 17 August 1942 - 17 August 2023 Read More...

Former Mayor of Usk

Published: 18 Aug 23

Sad passing of former Mayor Roger Galletley 17 August 1942 - 17 August 2023 Read More...

King's Coronation Street Party

Published: 7 May 23

Usk Town Council, in association with Usk Businesses and The National Lottery announce an exciting event for the whole town and visitors on Sunday May 7th to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III Read More...

Usk Town Councillor Vacancy Jan 2023

Published: 31 Oct 22

There is currently a Town Councillor vacancy within Usk Town Council. Read More...

Notice of Audit 2022

Published: 26 Oct 22

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Usk Town Councillor Vacancy

Published: 28 Sep 22

There is currently a vacancy for the Office of Councillor for Usk Town Council. Read More...

Notice of Uncontested Election

Published: 6 Apr 22

Election of Town Councillors for Usk Read More...

Notice of Uncontested Election

Published: 6 Apr 22

Election of Town Councillors for Usk Read More...

Elections May 2022

Published: 29 Mar 22

Elections for County & Town/Community Councils are scheduled to take place on 5th May 2022 Read More...

Usk Welcomes Markets Back

Published: 29 Mar 22

The Mayor & Mayoress of Usk, Cllr & Mrs Glenn Roderick welcomes Usk's first Market today on the former Household & Waste Recycling Centre. The Markets will be held monthly on three different days, every 1st Wednesday, 2nd Sunday and last Saturday. Thanks go to organisers Green Top Events & traders and to everyone who supported the market today. Read More...

Maryport Street South Car Park Resurfacing & Upgrading

Published: 29 Mar 22

21st March 2022 MCC – Car park resurfacing work to commence in Usk Contractors Read More...

Celebrations for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Published: 29 Mar 22

There will be a Community Picnic on Friday 3rd June on the Owain Glyndawr Field Read More...

Improvement Masterplan for Usk given greenlight

Published: 24 Jan 22

A Masterplan for Usk, which will focus on future improvement projects and opportunities for the town, has been approved by Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet following a meeting on Wednesday 19th January 2022. Read More...

New Councillor

Published: 30 Nov 21

Usk Town Council welcomes new Councillor Amberley Morgan Read More...

New Councillor

Published: 30 Nov 21

Usk Town Council welcomes new Councillor Amberley Morgan Read More...

Notice of Uncontested Election

Published: 25 Oct 21

Newly elected Town Councillor Read More...

Notice of Election- Usk Town Councillor Vacancy

Published: 13 Oct 21

Election of Usk Town Councillor Read More...

Usk Town Council Vacancy

Published: 22 Sep 21

Notice of an Usk Town Councillor Vacancy. Read More...

Public Spaces Protection Order on Dog Fouling in Monmouthshire

Published: 3 Aug 21

Have your say and take part in the Consultation. Read More...

Usk Open Gardens Sat 26th/Sun 27th 2021 10am-5pm

Published: 18 May 21

Winner of Wales in Bloom for 40 years, Usk's floral colour is a wonderful backdrop to the gardens. Around 10 private gardens will be open, including the private gardens around the ramparts at Usk Castle. Gardeners' Market with interesting plants. Great day out for all the family with lots of places to eat and drink including places to picnic. In line with current regulations, there will be no minibus taxi service. Read More...

WALES, PUT YOUR VIEWS TO GOOD USE.

Published: 13 Apr 21

We all want to see positive change in Wales. But, for democracy in Wales to work for everyone, we need more people to get involved. That’s why we’re proud to be joining Welsh Government in calling for more people across Wales to engage with politics and have their voices heard. Read More...

Electrical Charging Points in Usk

Published: 1 Feb 21

The charging points in Memorial Hall car park are now operational. Monmouthshire County Council had a website dedicated to EV charging points which may be useful, the link is provided below. : Read More...

GAVO January 2021 Funding Bulletin

Published: 26 Jan 21

Please see attached various opportunities related to funding, free training opportunities via BeCommunity and a campaign to thank people who are going above and beyond during the pandemic. Read More...

Tribute to former Mayor Jill Jeremiah

Published: 28 Dec 20

All of Usk was deeply saddened at the passing of Jill Jeremiah former Mayor & Councillor of Usk . Read More...

Recycling Collection Christmas 2020

Published: 24 Dec 20

No collections will take place on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, or New Year’s Day. Changes to the usual collection days over the period are listed below: Read More...

USK POST OFFICE OPEN AN EXTRA DAY

Published: 21 Dec 20

“The Post Office at Usk Community Hub will be open for an additional day on Tuesday 22nd December to help cope with additional demand in the run up to Christmas.” “Bydd Swyddfa’r Post yn Hyb Cymunedol Brynbuga ar agor am ddiwrnod ychwanegol ddydd Mawrth 22ain Rhagfyr er mwyn helpu i ymdopi â’r galw ychwanegol yn y cyfnod cyn y Nadolig.” Read More...

Merry Christmas

Published: 15 Dec 20

from Usk Town Council Read More...

Have your say on Police funding in Gwent

Published: 23 Nov 20

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, Jeff Cuthbert, is asking residents to have their say on policing in Gwent. We would be grateful if you could take the time to complete our survey .. Read More...

Usk Recycle Facility. How the Councillors voted

Published: 20 Nov 20

Residents in Usk and surrounding area will have seen that MCC have wasted no time in dismantling the recycling centre. Read More...

Post Office to open Saturday mornings

Published: 15 Nov 20

During the run up to Christmas the Post Office will now be open on Saturday mornings 9.00am - 12.30pm Read More...

Press release

Published: 6 Nov 20

New ‘smart’ traffic lights being installed in Usk as Council confirms one-way system will not be introduced Read More...

Poppy Appeal 2020

Published: 5 Oct 20

The Royal British Poppy Appeal will look quite different this year you will be able to buy a Poppy locally from Saturday October 24th in The Usk and District Royal British Legion Club, The Grange, The Co op and The One Stop Shop however there will be no door to door or street selling due to the government restrictions in place to prevent the spread of Covid 19. Read More...

Usk Christmas Festival & Reindeer Parade- CANCELLED

Published: 21 Sep 20

Unforunately, due to the coronavirus pandemic the decision has been taken to cancel this year's Usk Christmas Festival. Read More...

Usk Post Office hours extended

Published: 7 Sep 20

As from Monday 7th September Usk Post Office will be open on Mondays and Thursdays from 9am-5pm Read More...

Usk Community Hub reopens

Published: 7 Sep 20

As from the 7th September Usk Community Hub will have new opening hours For details of opening time please follow the link .... Read More...

New Town Councillors

Published: 12 Aug 20

Usk Town Council welcomes new councillors Read More...

Shops in Usk to Re-Open

Published: 22 Jun 20

Mark Drakeford has now announced the timetable for the re opening of our town centres to commence from this Monday, the 22nd of June. Read More...

Usk Post Office Reopens

Published: 2 Jun 20

Usk Post Office will be open on Monday 8th June Read More...

Town Council Vacancies

Published: 1 Jun 20

There are currently three Town Councillor vacancies within Usk Town Council. Read More...

VE Singalong/Remembrance/British Legion

Published: 29 Apr 20

Join us for a VE Day singalong Read More...

Further Town Council Vacancy

Published: 28 Apr 20

A further Town Council vacancy has arisen /Sites/2392/_UserFiles/Files/Notice of Vacancy 3 - Usk Town Council.pdf Read More...

Town Councillor Vacancies

Published: 20 Apr 20

There are currently 2 vacancies for Usk Town Council: - To view Notice of Vacancy follow the link /Sites/2392/_UserFiles/Files/Notice of VacancyApril 2020.pdf Read More...

Community Hub, Library & Post Office Closed

Published: 24 Mar 20

Message from Mon CC Read More...

Allotment Advice during the Coronavirus

Published: 24 Mar 20

For advice on tending your allotment during the Coronavirus Crisis read on ... Read More...

Services in Usk

Published: 23 Mar 20

CORONAVIRUS HELP AND SUPPORT GROUP Please find a list of local businesses in and around Usk that are still offering a range of food supplies/provisions as well as and cooked meals for collection or delivery only (some only for delivery). Read More...

Update on Usk Recycling Centre

Published: 13 Mar 20

As most Usk residences are aware the Civic Amenities/Recycling Centre, located in Maryport Street, is under serious threat of closure. Usk Town Council have negotiated with Monmouthshire County Council who have agreed to put closure plans in abeyance until September 2020. If not used properly the Civic Amenities/Recycling centre will be lost. Read More...

Postponed A Charity Musical Evening

Published: 25 Feb 20

New date to follow Read More...

USK MASTERPLAN UPDATE

Published: 20 Feb 20

Usk Master Plan Project Group Meeting – 19th February 2020 Read More...

Update on Usk Masterplan

Published: 2 Feb 20

Following on from the Public Consultation on Final Draft of the Master plan for Usk on Wednesday 29th January at the Grange Read More...

Usk Town Improvement Project

Published: 24 Jan 20

Last summer, Monmouthshire County Council and Usk Town commissioned independent consultants, ARUP, to prepare an ‘Improvement Masterplan’ for the Town. Read More...

Closure of Usk Household Recycling Centre

Published: 22 Dec 19

“Usk Town Council understands that Monmouthshire County Council has decided that Usk Recycling Centre is to close on 31st March 2020. Read More...

Waste Collection during the Christmas Holidays

Published: 22 Dec 19

Please see waste collection dates during the Christmas Holidays Read More...

Monmouthshire County Council's Seasonal Garden Waste Service 2019

Published: 16 Dec 19

The seasonal garden waste collection service has been extended for an additional two weeks. The last collection of garden waste took place on Friday 13th December Read More...

Come and join us at this year's Usk Christmas Festival

Published: 20 Nov 19

The Festival is on 30th Nov - 1st Dec featuring Christmas Markets from Sat 10am- 8pm & Sun 10am- 6pm Also Usk Town Council Reindeer Parade on Sun at 5pm. Childrens activities. To see more........ Read More...

VE DAY CELEBRATIONS

Published: 16 Oct 19

VE DAY 75 TOWN & PARISH COUNCILS TAKE THE LEAD IN THE VE DAY 75 CELEBRATIONS Read More...

Countryside Access Improvement Plan Consultation (Also known as Rights of Way Improvement Plan

Published: 24 Sep 19

Monmouthshire County Council has produced a Draft Countryside Access Improvement Plan (also known as Rights of Way Improvement Plan), Read More...

Winners of Wales in Bloom

Published: 16 Sep 19

Usk in Bloom win again! Read More...

Usk Town Street Festival

Published: 30 Jul 19

Usk Town Street Festival Monday 26th August 11am to110.30am Read More...

Usk Community Festival

Published: 1 Jul 19

Sat 20th/21st July Usk Summer Food & Drink Bonanza & Picnic in the Park Read More...

Exciting times for Usk

Published: 12 Jun 19

Consultants win contract to design innovative public space in Usk Read More...

Site improvements at Usk Recycling Centre

Published: 22 May 19

Usk Recycling Centre will be closed.. Wed 29th May, Thurs 30th, Fri 31st May for essential maintenance... Read More...

Part time closures to recycling centes

Published: 9 May 19

Council introduces permits and part time closures at waste and recycling centres Read More...

New Post Office in Usk

Published: 30 Apr 19

The Post Office can now be found in the Usk Community Hub Maryport Street, Usk NP15 1AE Read More...

Usk Choral Festival

Published: 22 Feb 19

A brand new Choral Festival is coming to the small, picturesque town of Usk, in Monmouthshire South Wales, for 2019. Read More...

Charity Concert Evening

Published: 19 Feb 19

Organised by The Rotary Club of Usk and District and Usk Town Council. Read More...

Casino Night

Published: 14 Feb 19

Usk Town Council fundraising Casino Night Read More...

JOB OPPORTUNITY A Vacancy has arisen for a Responsible Finance Officer for Usk Town Council

Published: 14 Feb 19

A Vacancy has arisen for a Responsible Finance Officer for Usk Town Council Read More...

Usk Litter Action Group

Published: 29 Jan 19

Usk Litter Action Group. Spend 30 minutes and make a difference to your Town Read More...

Bee Keeping Talk

Published: 16 Jan 19

The Rural Development Programme (RDP) BEES project is organising a talk to be given by bee inspector Adam Parker Read More...

Recycling changes to be introduced

Published: 15 Jan 19

March on for recycling council rolls out glass box collection Read More...

Changes to Usk Civic Amenity Site

Published: 14 Dec 18

Update on Usk Civic Amenity Centre Read More...

Usk Town Council welcomes two new Councillors

Published: 14 Dec 18

New Councillors join Usk Town Council Read More...

Final Preparations for Usk Christmas Festival on 1st & 2nd December

Published: 12 Nov 18

New for this year is a Park and Ride system operating from County Hall and Usk Rugby Club - parking in Usk will be extremely limited over the weekend of the Festival due to the South car park adjacent to the Memorial Hall being used for the new Winter Wonderland zone and Twyn Square being closed for market stalls as usual. News on the 5 Christmas Festival zones to follow once finishing touches are made to these over the next few days! Read More...

Volunteers needed for Usk Christmas Festival

Published: 15 Oct 18

Volunteers This year’s Christmas festival is attracting lots of interest and looks set to be a great event. We appreciate, however, that with increased footfall comes an increased need for vigilance, safety, comfort and security for those visiting and trading as well as for those who live, work and have businesses here. Huge efforts go on behind the scenes to achieve what is best for everyone. One of these tasks is in respect of volunteers. We need an army of folk to join us and help across a wide range of areas and jobs – whether that’s for an hour or too, for a full day or for the duration of the Festival. If you can help us – and/or know someone who can – enter your detail in the form here and return it to us via janet.richards@usktown.org, drop it into the Sessions House for my attention, or telephone Diane on 01291 673582. Once we have collated our Volunteer’s Register and allocated the various roles and responsibilities, we’ll get back to you with further information. Thank you for offering your help. It is very much appreciated. Cllr Jan Richards Read More...

What a year for Usk The Town of Flowers

Published: 6 Oct 18

Usk in Bloom has won the International Communities in Bloom Competition for small towns beating off competition from all over the world. This is truly the icing on the cake in what has been a year of amazing floral achievements! Read More...

Coming through Usk TOUR OF BRITAIN CYCLE RACE 2.45pm - 3.15pm SUN 2nd SEPT

Published: 30 Aug 18

Roads will close for a short time as the Tour of Britain cycle race comes through Usk - click through for full details and link to the Stage 1 Route. Top cyclists Geraint Thomas and Sir Chris Froome confirmed as riding! Read More...

FURTHER UPDATE ON WATER DISCOLOURATION IN USK AREA FROM WELSH WATER

Published: 20 Aug 18

Welsh Water have now advised us that the repair to the burst water main at Crickhowell has been completed and supplies should return to normal throughout the day. Some customers in the wider area may experience an intermittent supply and discolouration during the day, however if customers experience any discolouration it should clear by running the cold kitchen tap. Read More...

Notification of Water Discolouration in Usk Area

Published: 19 Aug 18

Usk and area residents please note we have just received this communication from Welsh Water informing of us od discolouration to water supply in Usk and area due to a burst water main at Crickhowell. Read More...

Usk Christmas Festival 2018

Published: 8 Aug 18

We are pleased to announce the date for Usk Christmas Festival on 1st and 2nd December 2018. Featuring the Christmas Lights turn on, at 6pm on Saturday 1st. December and The Usk Town Council Reindeer Parade at 5pm on Sunday 2nd December. For initial Trade enquiries please email clerk.usk@btconnect.com. Read More...

Special scrutiny meeting to discuss street furniture policy

Published: 23 Jul 18

Monmouthshire County Council will hold a special meeting of its Strong Communities Select Committee at 10am on Monday 30th July in the council chamber at County Hall to discuss the authority’s proposed advertising boards and street furniture policy. Read More...

New Mayor of Usk Looks to The Future

Published: 19 Jun 18

In his inaugural speech on Sunday 17th June, new Mayor of Usk, Councillor Alec Leathwood outlined the work he intends to pursue and progress during his year in office. These include seeking better representation for young people on Usk Town Council by co-option of two young people onto the Council aged between 15-26, and using the results of the recent Future Usk Community Survey to inform and formulate an outline Town Plan by the end of April 2019. Read More...

Usk Shopping Spree Event proves v popular

Published: 13 May 18

The 11 winners will receive shopping vouchers ranging in value from £100 - £25 to spend in participating outlets in Usk. Well done everyone for supporting Usk businesses by shopping local to enter. Read More...

Usk Gas Pipes Replacement Final Phase

Published: 10 May 18

The final phase of the Gas Pipes Work is scheduled to commence on 21/05/18 with the closure of Mill Lane for two weeks, from it's junction with Maryport Street to the Athletic Club entrance. Read More...

Update from Mon CC Roadworks Division on Phase 3 Gas Pipe Replacement

Published: 4 May 18

Confirmation and more detail from Mon CC Roadworks/ Traffic Management Division of the road works, road closures and diversions for the Phase 3 Gas Pipes replacement works scheduled to begin on Tuesday 8th May. Read More...

Gas Pipes Replacement Works enters next phase this weekend

Published: 1 May 18

A huge milestone is reached this week with the completion of the gas pipes work on Castle Parade in time for the Bank Holiday Weekend. On 8th May, the closure in Castle Parade will be lifted. Read More...

Gas pipes replacement works progressing to plan

Published: 17 Apr 18

It has been confirmed that Twyn Square will be reopening on Wednesday 18th April as work on this section has progressed well. This will see the lifting of the traffic diversions around Priory Street, Church Street, Maryport Street, Mill Street, Old Market Street and New Market Street - to the relief of many, we're sure! The section of Castle Parade east of Twyn Square will, however, remain closed for a while longer yet, with traffic continuing to be diverted along Chepstow Road and Four Ash Street via Twyn Square. Read More...

Phase 2 Starts Usk Gas Pipe Replacement Scheme

Published: 2 Apr 18

Good news! From Tuesday 3rd April we'll see the Gas Pipes Replacement Project move from Phase 1 to Phase 2 - effectively the half way point and on the run in back to normality. With this will come some changes to the road closure arrangement, but the diversion route will be largely unaffected. Read More...

PLastic Free Usk Initiative Launched

Published: 30 Mar 18

The Plastic Free Usk initiative was launched by Usk Town Council at the Sessions House on Thursday the 29th March. This was very well attended by Usk residents and businesses. Attendees heard how Usk can’t become totally plastic free overnight but there are small things each of us can do everyday that will make a real difference to reducing plastic waste and pollution. Read More...

Gas Pipe Replacement Scheme Latest Update

Published: 10 Mar 18

Traffic management plan working well overall, but still some niggling issues including illegal parking and people not following the temporary one way system in place on Maryport Street between the junction with Old Market Street and junction into Mill Lane . Drivers urged to heed all diversion notices, keep to speed restrictions and to drive with care through our residential areas. Read More...

Usk 'Town of The Week' on BBC Radio Wales

Published: 8 Feb 18

Usk is featured as 'Town of The Week' on the Wynne Evans Show on BBC Radio Wales Read More...

LATEST UPDATE - Usk Gas Pipes Replacement Scheme

Published: 3 Feb 18

Latest detail on the road closures, traffic management and diversions affecting Usk during the Gas Pipes Works in Usk this Spring. Read More...

Start Date for first Major Phase for Usk Gas Pipes Project confirmed as 19th February

Published: 3 Feb 18

As the start date for major gas pipe works approaches, Usk Town Council has been assured by Gwent Police that enforcement action will be taken for any traffic violations observed by, or reported to them. Read More...

Volunteers needed for Usk Feed Station for Velothon Wales 2018 on 8th July

Published: 1 Feb 18

Call out for volunteers to man the Usk Feed Station at The Memorial Hall Read More...

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