Casework Assist is for Councillors and MPs to ask officers for help with casework, general enquiries or when you need to escalate something that was previously reported via Report Something which has not been resolved within the agreed timescales. .
If you have a safeguarding concern, please follow the guidance given in the Safeguarding section on this page.
If you are requesting help for an adult, please complete the complete the form on the Request help for an adult page.
Complete the casework assist form
Once the information has been submitted on the form, the Customer Support Team will identify the correct department to look into your concerns. They can provide you with the information you need to resolve the issue. You will receive an acknowledgment with a link and a case number so you can request an update. You can also provide further information.
Support with casework assist
We've created some videos to help you with the new system.
How to guides
- How to use Casework Assist
- How to use the new search facility in Casework Assist (Dec 2022)
- For Councillors Only - How to save an email to Casework Assist
Safeguarding
You should not use it for urgent safeguarding issues. Please telephone the Multi Agency Referral Unit (MARU) on 0300 123 1116 if:
- your contact relates to immediate concerns; or
- you are worried about a child or young person's safety
If you are worried about an adult possibly experiencing abuse or neglect, telephone 0300 1234 131 (or out of hours 01208 251300). You can also contact us via our Request Help for an Adult page.
Report Something
You can report many issues to the Council online. They can include:
- fly tipping
- missed rubbish collections
- highways issues such as potholes and streetlights
- report a breach of planning control, graffiti and food safety issues
Feedback
The Customer Standards team aims to make the enquiry process run smoothly for you. Please contact us with any issues or suggestions:
- Email: customerstandards@cornwall.gov.uk
- Telephone: 01872 327800
