How we use planning enforcement tools
Cornwall Council’s Planning Enforcement Plan sets out our procedures for dealing with alleged breaches of planning control....The Council will have regard to the development plan and any other material planning considerations....Material planning considerations include (but are not limited to):
The Local Development Framework (LDF)
Development Plan documents
Supplementary Planning Documents
The Statement of Community Involvement
The annual monitoring reports
Government planning guidance
The Council’s corporate policies
Highway safety and traffic levels
Noise, disturbance and smells resulting from the proposed development
Design, appearance and layout
Conservation of buildings, trees and open land
Flood risk
Impact on the appearance of the area
Effect on the level of daylight and privacy of an existing property
Need to safeguard the countryside or protected species of plant or animal
Planning case law and previous decisions
The need for the development
The planning history of the site
Matters that are not considered to be material considerations include:
Private property rights such as covenants
The developer’s identity, morals or motives
Effect on the value of your property
Loss of a private view
Private neighbour
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-enforcement/planning-enforcement-plan/how-we-use-planning-enforcement-tools/
Last updated: 30/04/2024 08:46:25
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SEND Disagreements, Mediation and Tribunal
Concerns
You may have concerns, or disagree with a decision the Local Authority (LA) has made about an EHC plan. if so, we want to work with you at the earliest opportunity to resolve these for you....Mediation can take place:
if the LA does not agree to your request for an EHC needs assessment
if the LA does not agree to issue an EHC plan following an assessment
following the issuing of a final EHC plan....You may disagree with:
The education, health and social care content of the EHC plan
The educational setting named in section I
The LA’s decision not to amend the EHC plan following an EHC annual review
The LA’s decision to cease the EHC plan
You will receive a letter with the final EHC plan advising you of your rights to mediation and appeal to SENDIST.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/special-educational-needs/education-health-and-care-plans/send-disagreements-mediation-and-tribunal/
Last updated: 24/02/2026 15:57:43
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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 free copy of Kevren, the Cornwall Language newsletter, when you sign up to the mailing list....Functions
The functions of the Cornish Language Forum are:
To receive information about Cornwall Council’s annual Operational Plans.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/the-cornish-language/cornish-language-programme/cornish-language-office/
Last updated: 27/05/2026 12:07:22
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Celtic Sea Power Ltd
Celtic Sea Power Ltd business plan
Business Plan 2025 to 2029
Further information
Find out more information about Celtic Sea Power and its Board Members.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/shareholder/celtic-sea-power-ltd/
Last updated: 22/05/2025 10:12:44
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How procurement works and procurement rules
Rules and regulations
The team also set procurement rules for the Council....It ensures that purchase-to-pay processes follow the Council’s Financial Regulations and Contract Procedure Rules....For small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) the commitment is to pay invoices within 14 days.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/commercial-services/how-procurement-works-and-procurement-rules/
Last updated: 26/02/2026 08:52:11
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Make a Neighbourhood Priorities Statement
We will use all NPS that are submitted to us to help shape the policy and direction in the new Cornwall Local Plan. ...Contact us at neighbourhoodplanning@cornwall.gov.uk if you need any help.You can share your priorities for:HomesJobsTransportNature and green spacesCommunity facilitiesInfrastructure needsTemplatesYou can find templates and presentations here.Getting startedGetting started guidanceTemplatesNPS steering group sample terms of reference templateNPS letter templateNPS place assessment templateNPS local economy assessment templateNPS simple templateThese templates help you to set up a steering group, designate your neighbourhood area and help you to write your statement.ExplainersWhere new homes should go explainer documentLearn more about housing, growth and planning. ...If you need help please contact the neighbourhood planning team: neighbourhoodplanning@cornwall.gov.uk.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/neighbourhood-planning/neighbourhood-priorities-statements-pilot/
Last updated: 15/10/2026 08:20:23
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Meet the Team
Meet the NIHR Health Development Research Collaboration (HDRC) Cornwall team....His portfolio covers a range of topics including:
Research
mental health and suicide prevention
learning disability/autism
drug and alcohol
sexual health
social prescribing
Charlotte Bramwell - HDRC Service lead
Charlotte provides leadership for HDRC Cornwall, and manages the HDRC team....Email the HDRC Cornwall team at hdrc@cornwall.gov.uk
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/health-determinants-research-collaboration/about-us/meet-the-team/
Last updated: 12/02/2026 11:59:56
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Our graduated response for supporting children and young people with special educational needs
Most children and young people with Special Educational Needs and / or Disabilities (SEND):
have their needs met in schools and settings, and
will not need an Education Health and Care Plan
This process is the Graduated Response....The Graduated Response and SEN Support can take many forms, but they all involve:
early identification: recognising and responding to SEND as soon as possible
partnership with families: involving parents and carers in decision-making and keeping them informed
tailored support: using specific strategies and interventions to meet your child / young person’s needs
regular reviews: assessing, and adjusting, the support provided to ensure it remains effective
The Assess, Plan, Do, Review Cycle
A key part of the Graduated Response is the Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle....This is through observations, assessments, and discussions with yourselves and professionals
Plan: develop a personalised support plan.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/special-educational-needs/graduated-response-to-send/
Last updated: 27/05/2026 12:15:23
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Contact the debt management team
Alternatively, you can telephone the team on 01209 614340.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/sundry-debt-invoices/contact-the-debt-management-team/
Last updated: 27/05/2026 12:58:05
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HWRC Access Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions for use of Household Waste Recycling Centres (“HWRCs”)
If you have household waste that can’t be collected with your rubbish or recycling, you can take it to one of 14 household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs) across Cornwall. ...Any visitor attempting to deposit commercial waste without declaring it will be turned away and their details passed onto Cornwall Council’s Environmental Enforcement Team. ...Cornwall Council and Suez will track visits and will investigate any suspected breach of these terms and conditions.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/rubbish-recycling-and-waste/household-waste-and-recycling-centres/household-waste-and-recycling-centre-access-terms-and-conditions/
Last updated: 01/07/2025 07:53:53
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