The legislation which sets out the legal framework for enforcement action, if payments are not made in accordance with the Local Government Finance Act 1992, is the Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations 1992, as amended.Enforcement AgenciesOur contract with the current enforcement agents will come to an end on the 31st January 2027. ...A procurement process will take place later this year.Current Tender OpportunitiesRevenues and Benefits System SupplierHousing IntelligenceKey facts, figures and evidence about the housing market in Cornwall

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-tax/your-council-tax-bill/council-tax-data/

Last updated: 08/10/2026 13:02:27

What has changed If you are an EU citizen, you are now only be eligible to register, vote or stand as a candidate in these elections if: you're a citizen of Denmark, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal and Spain who: is a resident in the UK has permission to enter or stay in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man does not need permission you're a citizen of any other EU country who on, or before 31 December 2020: was a legal resident in the UK had permission to enter or stay in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man did not need permission, and this has continued without a break EU citizens cannot vote or be a candidate in a General Election for the UK Parliament....Eligibility confirmation process We wrote to all EU citizens currently registered on the Electoral Register in November 2024 to either: confirm that they are being retained on the register following a data-based review as being a qualifying EU citizen or having retained rights; or ask EU citizens to confirm if they remain eligible to be registered under the new criteria....Depending on the response, the elector either remained on the register or was removed.  

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/register-to-vote/changes-for-european-union-citizens-about-voting-and-elections/

Last updated: 01/07/2025 13:41:26

On this page you can find emergency out of hours contact numbers. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/report-an-out-of-hours-emergency/

Last updated: 15/01/2025 14:08:47

If you need to contact the Coroner's Officers or the administration office you can find out how they can be contacted, when the offices are open and where they are located below.Coroner's officeOpening hoursThe Coroner’s office is open:Monday to Thursday - 7:30am to 3:30pmFriday - 7:30am to 3:00pmThe office is closed for lunch between 12:30pm – 1:00pm each day.Contact detailsPlease contact the office via phone or email, on the details provided as it is not always possible to speak to an officer face to face.Telephone:Next of Kin Enquiry Line: 01392 497795Out of office hours: Devon and Cornwall Constabulary on 101Email: CORNWALLCORONERSOFFICERS@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.ukCoroner's referral portal:For medical professionals to report deaths in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly to the Coroner:Coroner's referral portalAddressCornwall Coroners' Service, Pydar House, Pydar Street, Truro, TR1 1XUAdministration officeOpening hoursThe administration office is open:Monday to Thursday - 9:00am to...5:00pmFriday - 9:00am to 4:30pmThe office is closed for lunch between 1:00pm – 1:30pm each day.Contact detailsPlease contact the office via telephone, or email, on the details provided as it is not always possible to speak to an officer face to face.General enquiriesTelephone:  01872 324438Email: cornwallcoroner@cornwall.gov.ukInquest TeamTelephone: 01872 324665Email: inquests@cornwall.gov.ukAddressCornwall Coroners’ Service, Pydar House, Pydar Street, Truro, TR1 1XU

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/births-marriages-deaths/the-cornwall-coroner/contact-the-coroner-and-administration-office/

Last updated: 16/06/2026 09:00:12

There is no case law citing this legislation is unlawful.Acts of Parliaments are Statutes set out the law.Acts of Parliaments If you have questions regarding other Acts of Parliament or laws, these should be directed to a legal professional, not the council.Common questions and statements we receive about the legality of Council Tax Please provide evidence that I am lawfully obliged to pay council taxThere is a process for determining the order of liability under Section 6-9 of the Local Government Finance Act 1992.Council tax is a statutory charge and therefore not contractual.Please provide evidence that I have agreed to pay Council Tax and provide me with the lawful contract I have with you, with both of our signatures.Some residents consider that Council Tax is a contract and requires a legal contract and signatures indicating an agreement....As mentioned above, Council Tax is a statutory charge, and a contract is not required. ...Therefore, any reference to the Companies Act, Contracts Act, Bills of Exchange Act or other acts regarding companies or contracts is irrelevant to your council tax liability.Provide evidence that you have the lawful and contractual authority to use the legal fictional name of “XXX” for the purposes of making money.Council tax is charged and is payable by whoever the liable party is, which is determined under the Local Government Finance Act 1992 and Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations 1992.Whether a name is legal or fictional is irrelevant for the purposes of Council Tax.Provide confirmation the debt exists lawfully.The issue of a Council Tax Demand Notice (the bill) creates the debt.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-tax/your-council-tax-bill/council-tax-explained/

Last updated: 18/08/2026 15:23:04

These contracts ensure that individuals receive appropriate care based on their assessed needs while achieving best value for money....How Care Placements Are Arranged If you ask Cornwall Council to arrange your care: the Council will agree a placement fee directly with the care provider fees are determined on a case-by-case basis, reflecting your assessed level of need, including the number of care hours required we will always seek the most cost-effective placement that can fully meet your needs Care Home Contracts Care is commissioned through two primary contracts, depending on assessed need: Older People’s Care Homes Contract Open Framework for Specialist Residential Provision for Working Age Adults The most appropriate contract is selected following your care assessment....Open Framework for Specialist Residential Provision for Working Age Adults This contract is used for individuals with more complex or specialist needs, including: learning disabilities mental health needs autism physical disabilities & specialist nursing requirements How Fees Are Calculated Fees are bespoke – commissioners/providers use a standardised fee calculation tool.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/fees-and-charges/

Last updated: 26/08/2026 14:46:58

Update and explanation of the Cornwall Council SHLAA process.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/strategic-housing-land-availability-assessment/

Last updated: 30/07/2026 14:33:39

If you would like to make a comment or raise a question about any of the following topics, please use the form below; births deaths marriages civil partnerships coroner ceremonies registration certificates family history If you would like a response please provide some contact details.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/contact-us-online/contact-the-registration-service/

Last updated: 09/06/2026 12:32:48

Tumble dryers and washing machines contain powerful motors with fast moving parts that get very hot. If you do not clean and maintain your machine, excess fluff or lint can build up over time and catch fire. Take a look at out safety tips to remember when using your appliance.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/keeping-safe/fire-safety/fire-safety-at-home/washing-machines-and-tumble-dryers/

Last updated: 02/07/2025 10:31:08

Main contact phone number: 0300 123 4100 Email: mediarelations@cornwall.gov.ukComments, compliments and complaintsWe have a set of standards that outline the service that you can expect from us: our Customer Service Promise.We aim to provide our customers with good services, but sometimes things go wrong. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/contact-cfrs/

Last updated: 18/08/2026 15:45:36