Two more charged in Abergavenny children’s home probe

Two more people have been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into historical child abuse at a former children’s centre in Monmouthshire.

Detectives working under Operation Spinney have now secured charges against a 59-year-old woman from Monmouthshire and a 55-year-old man from Caerphilly, both accused of assault, ill-treatment, neglect or abandonment of a child or young person to cause unnecessary suffering or injury.

The woman – a social worker employed by Caerphilly County Borough Council – faces four counts, while the man has been charged with two counts. Both are due to appear at Newport Magistrates’ Court today (12 February).

The investigation centres on reports made by a number of men and women who say they were subjected to sexual and physical abuse as children, predominantly at the former Coed Glas Assessment Centre in Abergavenny between the 1970s and 1990s. The centre was the responsibility of the former Gwent Local Authority and has been closed since 1995.

Two men, aged 66 and 69, were previously charged in June 2025 with 45 offences between them. The charges as part of Operation Spinney relate to 18 victims in total.

Detective Chief Superintendent Andrew Tuck of Gwent Police said: “Operation Spinney has so far brought more than 50 criminal charges against four people relating to the former children’s home in Abergavenny.

“Our focus remains on securing justice for the victims in this investigation and supporting them alongside specialist agencies.

“We continue to work closely with the Crown Prosecution Service and local authorities as part of this long-running investigation.

“We would ask for people to respect the judicial process and avoid online speculation on this case. This is to ensure the integrity of the investigation and court proceedings.

“We take all reports of child abuse seriously and would urge anyone who has suffered abuse or has concerns about someone who may be suffering to come forward and speak to the police. We will listen to you and investigate all offences and also ensure you have access to any help or support you need.”

Anyone with information or concerns is encouraged to contact Gwent Police.