Cornish Language Office
Cornwall Council leads the Cornish language programme. It has also established the Cornish Language Office. The Cornish Language Lead is responsible for:
Increasing the use of Cornish in the work of the Council
Giving advice to organisations who want to use Cornish
Coordinating projects in the community
The Cornish Language Team
Jowdy Davey, Cornish Language Lead
Sam Rogerson, Support Officer
Kevren
You can receive a .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/the-cornish-language/cornish-language-programme/cornish-language-office/
Last updated: 19/11/2025 14:03:49
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Preserved members
What will happen to my benefits if I leave employment or opt out of the pension scheme?
If you opt out or leave employment you will be entitled to preserved benefits.
This means that your benefits are preserved within the fund until
you are entitled to receive themor
you elect to transfer your benefits to another pension arrangement
Your preserved benefits will increasein line with the consumer prices index.
If you have.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/preserved-members/
Last updated: 08/01/2026 08:52:34
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Register for Business Rates
Does your business trade from one of the following buildings:
shop
office
warehouse
factory
industrial estate
holiday rental homes
guest houses
If so, you’ll need to register for Business Rates.
You’ll probably have to pay Business Rates if you use a building or part of a building for non-domestic purposes.
Business Rates 2026: Key Updates You Need to Know
Find out what’s changing in Business Rates for 2026 and what the.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/business-rates/register-for-business-rates/
Last updated: 02/04/2026 14:25:47
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Pensioner loses £25,000 as roofing gangs target Cornwall residents
PCSO Emil Gabriele points out problems with the roof
Cornwall Council is urging residents to stay vigilant following a spate of complaints about overpriced and often unnecessary roofing works.
Jane, which is not her real name, is among many victims that have been pressurised into having work done on their homes.
After initially agreeing to £1,300 worth of work, she ended up paying £25,000 and needs to pay an additional £1.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/communities-and-housing/pensioner-loses-25-000-as-roofing-gangs-target-cornwall-residents/
Last updated: 24/07/2025 11:02:35
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When can I retire?
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Normalpension age
The normal pension age in the Cornwall Pension Fund (CPF) is the same as your state pension age (but with a minimum of age 65). This means that you can retire at your state pension age and receive your pension in full. If you are not sure when your state pension age is then you can use the government's state pension age calculator.
Your pension built up before 1 April 2014 has a pr.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/active-members/benefits-of-the-scheme/when-can-i-retire/
Last updated: 24/03/2026 10:59:17
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Contact the debt management team
If you need to contact us please use the contact form below.Alternatively, you can telephone the team on 01209 614340. Our office hours are Monday - Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Outside of these hours please complete the contact us form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Privacy statement
Cornwall Council, as the Data Controller, is committed to protecting your privacy and any personal data you provide or we col.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/sundry-debt-invoices/contact-the-debt-management-team/
Last updated: 23/06/2025 10:33:48
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What if I work part time?
As of1 April 2014 you earn yourpension based solely on the amount of pensionable pay you receive. Therefore, if you are a part time employee you will add to your pension account each year based directly upon how much you earn.
Before 1 April 2014
Prior to 1 April 2014 your pension was also based on your pensionable service and, If you worked part time, youwould haveaccrued pensionable service at a slower rate than a full .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/active-members/benefits-of-the-scheme/what-if-i-work-part-time/
Last updated: 24/03/2026 10:53:49
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Manage your benefit claim online
Once you have registered, our Self Service pages give you instant access to manage and view your benefits. You can also use Self Service to manage your Council Tax and Business Rates accounts.
Using Self Service can save you time, effort and money. There is no need for you to visit us, ring us or write to us – you can view and manage your benefits account on line at a time that suits you:
View your claim details
Complete.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/manage-your-benefit-claim-online/
Last updated: 14/01/2025 14:25:15
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Duty to report to the Valuation Office, part of HMRC
In the future ratepayers will have an annual duty to inform The Valuation Office that the information they hold is correct.
Ratepayers will be required to register on the Government Gateway and notify The Valuation Office of any changes (within 60 days of the change).
Businesses that fail to comply with the duty could be fined.
The new duty requires businesses to tell The Valuation Office about changes such as:
Changes t.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/business-rates/duty-to-report-to-the-valuation-office-agency-voa/
Last updated: 02/04/2026 14:46:10
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Join the Responsible Landlord Scheme
This scheme is not the Government Portal introduced by the Renters Rights Act 2025. You will have to sign up separately to the Portal when it becomes accessible.
By becoming a member of this scheme you are making a commitment to:
abide by the Code of Conduct
work towards meeting the Rental Standard for Cornwall
Please read theCornwall Responsible Landlords Scheme Code of Conduct.
Privacy statement
With the information .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/cornwall-responsible-landlord-scheme/join-the-responsible-landlord-scheme/
Last updated: 01/04/2026 12:25:53
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