The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is far more than a scenic waterway winding through our countryside, it’s a vital thread in the fabric of Wales’ heritage, ecology, and economy, running through Powys, Monmouthshire, Torfaen and Newport.

For over two centuries, this historic canal has helped sustain the region’s natural beauty, biodiversity, and livelihoods, but it’s now at risk.

Recent amendments to water licensing regulations now restrict how much water can be drawn from the River Usk. As a result, the Canal and River Trust must purchase additional water to maintain levels, water it had previously accessed freely. While........

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