Updated Wednesday, 29 December 2021
28th December 2021
Mrs Janet Jones
Update on Funeral Arrangements
Due to new Government Guidelines; the Funeral is by invitation only for entry to the Church and the Crematorium. Mourners can gather to pay respects outside the Church and the Crematorium; if doing so, please remember social distancing regulations. The refreshments at Whiteheads Sports & Social Club have been cancelled.
The family apologise for any inconvenience caused by the restrictions imposed on the Funeral arrangements, it is completely out of their hands.
21st December 2021
Mrs Janet Jones
It is with great sadness we report the passing of Mrs Janet Jones, wife of Mr Glyn Jones, Life Vice President of the Association & President of the Gwent Premier League. Our sincere condolences go to Glyn and all the family at this very sad time.
The funeral arrangements are: Service at St Basil's Church, Bassaleg, on Friday the 7th January 2022 at 2.30pm. Committal will be held at the Gwent Crematorium at 3.30pm. Refreshments will be available after the funeral at Whiteheads Sports & Social Club.
Please note however, due to the increased uncertainly of the new Covid-19 strain, these details may change. We will keep updating this information.
19th June 2021
It is with great sadness we report the passing of former Association Referee Keith Postle. Keith was one of the most respected referees in Gwent. Our sincere condolences go out to all the family at this very sad time.
Rest In Peace Keith.
1st June 2021
GWENT PREMIER YOUTH LEAGUE
The closing date for entry into the Gwent Premier Youth League is the 25th June 2021. Applications to the League Secretary: Kevin R Jones, kevin.jones@gwentfa.co.uk
28th April 2021
Our Association is very sad to hear of the passing of Barrie Allen. Barrie was a life long member of Race Football Club and a valued member of the Gwent Central League. Barrie was a former Chairman of the Gwent Premier League and served as a Council Member of our Association. Barrie will be missed and our sincere condolences go out to Barrie's wife Catherine and all the family at this sad time. RIP Barrie.
23rd April 2021
Our Association is very sad to hear of the passing of John Pisani. John was a Life Member of the MBS Newport & District Football League and a valuable Council Member of our Association. John was also a former FAW referee and above all a quietly spoken gentleman. He will be sorely missed by all. Our condolences go out to Marilyn and all the family at the this very sad time. RIP John.
28th March 2021
Our Association is very sad to hear, that our friend, and FAW Life Councillor, Idwal Williams, has passed away. Our sincere condolences go out to all Idwal's family at this very sad time. Idwal will be remembered for his time as Referees Appointments Officer for the Welsh League, a job he did with great credit. RIP Idwal.
19th March 2021
IFAB have approved changes to the Laws of the Game for season 2021-2022.
Please click on the following link to view the changes
20th October 2020
Firebreak Lockdown and Football in Wales
Yesterday (19th October 2020), the Welsh Government announced a
“firebreak” National Lockdown from 6:00pm on Friday, 23rd October 2020
until Monday, 9th November 2020 that will have an impact on
football in Wales.
