A huge thank you to everyone who has come along to one of the Local Plan community drop-in events over the past few weeks to have their say on the future of Cornwall....While there will be a number of opportunities for people to have their say as the Local Plan develops, we are already seeing some key themes emerge from these events....The drop in events are not the only opportunity for people to have their say, however.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/communities-have-their-say-in-first-wave-of-cornwall-local-plan-drop-in-events/

Last updated: 21/07/2026 07:33:39

Cornwall Council has launched a consultation on its bold new Cultural Strategy....Cllr Sarah Preece, cabinet member with responsibility for culture at Cornwall Council, said: “We’re really excited to share this strategy which sets out how we will celebrate and promote our unique culture over the coming years....“By telling our Nation’s story and building on our rich assets, infrastructure and partnerships, we will demonstrate how our cultural offer delivers for Cornwall, for the UK and beyond.”

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/have-your-say-on-cornwall-council-s-new-cultural-strategy/

Last updated: 13/03/2026 09:55:52

Under the proposals, a £2 ‘all day’ parking charge could also be introduced in several car parks which are currently free of charge and charges introduced at some car parks which are free in the winter. ...Residents can give their views by taking part in the consultation which runs until Wednesday, February 4.  ...Visit Let's Talk Cornwall to have your say Dan Rogerson, Cornwall Council cabinet member for transport, said; “We’re considering a range of proposals to address requests from motorhome users, as well as safeguarding access to some of our public spaces and supporting traffic management.  

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/have-your-say-on-overnight-motorhome-parking-and-car-park-tariff-changes/

Last updated: 14/01/2026 14:55:53

Photograph supplied by TRWG CIC The works subject to this consultation aim to improve connectivity, interpretation and signage so more people can benefit from the Newham Trail route alongside Calenick Creek through woodland and countryside, only a few minutes from the city centre....The first phase of implementation covered by this consultation will be a first step to encourage sustainable travel and recreation in Truro, supporting people to live healthier, walk and cycle more, to explore the natural and city environment....Sue Brown, a member of TRWG CIC, said: “TRWG CIC are so proud and excited that our Truro Loops project is becoming a reality through the first phase improvements to Newham Trail, delivered through Cornwall Council.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/transport-streets-and-waste/more-transport-streets-and-waste-news-stories/have-your-say-on-walking-and-cycling-opportunities-in-truro/

Last updated: 07/09/2022 11:18:31

Both councils and the Local Nature Partnership have worked with the farming community, businesses, communities and environmental organisations to shape the draft strategy so far.  ...There will be a public consultation launched later this year with details at: Nature Recovery Hub | Let's Talk Cornwall Updates will also be given in the Local Nature Partnership’s newsletter....Sign up to the newsletter  Cornwall’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change Cllr Martyn Alvey, said: "We are now at an exciting stage in the development of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Recovery Strategy where we have a draft document, priorities and actions and maps to share for further feedback and we would love to hear your views.   

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/drop-in-and-have-your-say-on-nature-recovery-plans/

Last updated: 13/09/2024 14:48:13

A balanced draft budget for Cornwall that will see investment in the services that are critical for residents will now go out for public consultation following its consideration by Cornwall Council's Cabinet committee this morning....Cllr Adam Paynter, deputy leader of the council and portfolio holder for resources, told the Cabinet meeting: “Today, despite an incredibly challenging financial backdrop and a continuing rise in demand for the services Cornwall Council provides, we are presenting a balanced and responsible draft budget, for public consultation.  ...We have used this opportunity to produce Cornwall’s first Comprehensive Spending Review, including a draft budget which is balanced over every year of the three years of the Medium-Term Financial Plan. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/balanced-draft-budget-for-202627-set-for-public-consultation/

Last updated: 14/01/2026 10:35:07

Residents and businesses are being invited to give their views on the latest proposals to improve safety and the public spaces on Cliff Road in Newquay....The consultation begins today, Wednesday, October 15 and runs until Friday, November 7   As part of the project:  The current footways on Cliff Road will be widened with a dedicated segregated cycle lane, and a new pedestrian crossing built outside Rebellion. ...Free on-street parking bays outside Wetherspoons - including three dedicated disabled parking bays - and on Oakleigh Terrace will allow parking of up to an hour.   

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/transport-streets-and-waste/have-your-say-on-plans-for-cliff-road-in-newquay/

Last updated: 15/10/2025 11:05:45

Every three years the Council consults on the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) which is in place to balance the needs of dog owners and others who enjoy the 43 beaches that are subject to seasonal restrictions on dogs....There are also hundreds of beaches in Cornwall that don’t have any restrictions on dogs....That is what we have in place now and the feedback we receive is that the current level of restrictions work well for most beach users. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/dogs-on-cornish-beaches-consultation-launches/

Last updated: 21/09/2022 09:04:11

Your feedback will help finalise an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy and shape future bids for government funding for more public chargepoints....By 2030, it is estimated that between 3,010 and 4,510 public chargepoints will be needed with the private sector expected to deliver a significant proportion of these....The draft strategy identifies actions to help meet this demand, recognising that residents, visitors and businesses will have different needs.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/transport-streets-and-waste/more-transport-streets-and-waste-news-stories/have-your-say-on-the-future-of-electric-vehicle-charging-in-cornwall/

Last updated: 23/07/2024 07:18:35

to have tooth decay....I am confident this summit will pave the way for positive change.”Cllr Thalia Marrington, Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Public Health, said:“From today people will hopefully see the convening power of the Council to bring people together and see the willingness of all of these organisations to work together to bring about changes....I think that’s the one thing we can do.”Dr Eunan O’Neill, Director of Public Health for Cornwall, said:“As Director of Public Health, I share our residents’ concerns about the state of dentistry in Cornwall.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/health-wellbeing-and-social-care/cornwall-dentistry-summit-paves-the-way-for-positive-change/

Last updated: 17/07/2026 12:21:34