Strengthening local industries
The 'Strategic Sectors Team' are working on a project to strengthen local industries.
It is funded through the Shared Prosperity Fund. It is in place to enhance sector coordination in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
It focuses on six key sectors:
Clean Energy
Geo-resources
Space
Visitor Economy
Agri-food
Creative Industries
The project works with sector groups to:
Identify new market opportunities
Develop regional in.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/economic-development/strengthening-local-industries/
Last updated: 18/08/2025 14:30:09
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Result for North Cornwall constituency - 12 December 2019
Surname
Forename
Description
Votes
Elected
BASSETT
Joy Anne
Labour Party
4,516
CHAMBERS
Danny Seiorse
Liberal Democrats
15,919
LIEPINS
Elmars Vilnis
The Liberal Party
572
MANN
Scott Leslie
The Conservative Party Candidate
30,671
ELECTED
Rejected ballot papers
Reason for rejection
No. of ballot papers rejected
a) want of official mark
24
b) voting for more candidates than voter was en.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/elections-and-referendums/parliamentary-elections-12-december-2019/result-for-north-cornwall-constituency-12-december-2019/
Last updated: 02/03/2022 15:41:12
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General information on parish and town councils
What’s a local council?
Cornwall has 213 civil parishes, each with its own governance body. These include a city council, 28 town councils, 168 parish councils, a community council and 15 parish meetings. They are the first tier of local government and play a vital role in engaging with local people and helping to shape their communities. They are generally referred to as thelocal councils or town and parish councils sect.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/people-and-communities/parish-and-town-councils/general-information-on-parish-and-town-councils/
Last updated: 01/10/2025 13:57:27
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Result for St Austell and Newquay constituency - 12 December 2019
Surname
Forename
Description
Votes
Elected
BYRNE
Richard
The Liberal Party
626
COLE
Dick
Mebyon Kernow - The Party for Cornwall
1,660
DOUBLE
Steve
The Conservative Party Candidate
31,273
ELECTED
HARKER
Colin
Green Party
1,609
OWEN
Felicity Joan
Labour Party
14,747
STYLES
Tim
Liberal Democrat
5,861
Rejected ballot papers
Reason for rejection
No. of ballot papers rejected
a) want.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/elections-and-referendums/parliamentary-elections-12-december-2019/result-for-st-austell-and-newquay-constituency-12-december-2019/
Last updated: 02/03/2022 15:41:10
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Information for voters with a disability
Easy read information
Cornwall Council have producedeasy read information for voters with a disability. The guide tells you how to register to vote and explains how to vote at elections.
Register to vote
You must be on the electoral register (also known as the electoral roll) to be able to vote at an election.
The deadline to register to vote is twelve working days before an election (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, Good Fr.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/information-for-voters-with-a-disability/
Last updated: 10/07/2025 15:23:18
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Bodmin Beacon Local Nature Reserve
Most people have seen the monument standing proud above Bodmin, but how many realise what lies at its feet. Bodmin Beacon is an award winning open space is well known amongst the local community but remains a secret to the passing tourist.
Site description
Bodmin Beacon Local Nature Reserve uniquely combines:
rural charm
escapism
convenience
cultural history
The site is managed in partnership and covers 87 acres of trad.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/local-nature-reserves/bodmin-beacon-local-nature-reserve/
Last updated: 15/07/2025 14:18:24
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Committee Action Tracker 2025
Full Council
15 April 2025
Ethical Investments
Action - Leader to provide a written response to Councillor Bunney on whether all investments are ethical and do not support military action which harm children.
Response - will be added soon.
Highways Act 1980
Action - Councillor Donnithorne to provide a written response to Councillor Fitter in respect of the position for Members being liable for costs when responding to a c.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/councillors-and-meetings/committee-action-tracker-2025/
Last updated: 14/04/2026 07:29:49
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Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Suicide Prevention Strategy 2022-2027
Suicide prevention and the promotion of good mental health is a key priority in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
The local suicide rate is higher than the average in the South West and England. On average more than one person dies by suicide every week in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Each one of these deaths is a tragic loss. It has a devastating impact on families, friends, colleagues, communities and services.
Ou.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/mental-health/resources-for-professionals-working-in-mental-health/suicide-prevention-strategy-2022-2027/
Last updated: 08/08/2025 11:20:03
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Statement of Community Involvement
Adopted Statement of Community Involvement
The Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 requires us to prepare a 'Statement of Community Involvement' (SCI).
Planning affects everyone in our community. However, most people only get involved in planning when it directly affects them. The SCI explains how we will involve local communities, businesses and other interested parties when we prepare our planning policies and det.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/statement-of-community-involvement/
Last updated: 21/03/2022 10:46:49
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Cornwall Pension Fund
Cornwall Pension Fund
Our Member Self-Service facility is now live. You can now view your pension details and calculate your benefits online. To sign up and login for this service please visit the Member Self-Service page.
The Government has announced changes to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which are primarily focused on how we invest. Read theLGPS Pooling statement to Scheme Members.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/
Last updated: 08/12/2025 12:30:52
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