Fire risk assessment
If you're responsible for a building, it’s important to do all you can to reduce the risk of fire to keep people safe. It saves lives, it’s your legal duty, and it makes good business sense.Businesses have a legal duty to carry out a fire risk assessment. The law which governs this is theRegulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, sometimes known as the RRO, or simply the fire safety order.You will find guidance onwhy and.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/business-fire-safety/fire-risk-assessment/
Last updated: 04/06/2026 11:51:02
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Phones Away - Talk and Play
We know that being a parent today means juggling a lot - work, home life, and the constant buzz of notifications. Mobile phones are part of everyday life, helping us to get things done, from arranging play dates and ordering the food shop, to managing work and checking school notices. Parents have told us that sometimes, phone use can get in the way of the moments that matter most. Those everyday chances to connect, resp.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/public-health/public-health-campaigns/phones-away-talk-and-play/
Last updated: 19/11/2025 14:32:59
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Highways Act 1980 Section 31(3) and Section 31(5)
Erecting, or retaining notices by a landowner can prevent, or diminish, the chances of a successful claim for the existence of a public right of way over their land. Under Section 31 of the Highways Act 1980.
Section 31(3) Notices
Section 31(3) of the Act provides that:
where the owner of the land has erected ‘in such a manner […] a notice inconsistent with the dedication of the way as a highway’. Then ‘the notice, in the.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/countryside/landowner-statements-highways-act-1980-section-31-6/highways-act-1980-section-31-3-and-section-31-5/
Last updated: 05/02/2021 11:31:56
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Moving in or out of Cornwall with an Education, Health and Care Plan
Moving into Cornwall
This information is for families considering moving to Cornwall with a child or young person who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC Plan). The statutory SEND service will provide information and support you with this process.
Education provision available in Cornwall
All local authorities have a different mix of types of school. This means you may find Cornwall doesn't have the type of schoo.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/special-educational-needs/education-health-and-care-plans/moving-in-or-out-of-cornwall-with-an-education-health-and-care-plan/
Last updated: 10/06/2025 11:31:03
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Viewing Point North, Widemouth Bay, EX23 0AW
Please be aware that this car park will soon start charging for parking sessions. We will confirm the date soon.This is a long stay car parkView location mapPermitted vehiclesCars & motorcycles. Motor homes/Campers prohibited between 2300 - 0800.ChargesAll days 9am - 4pmUp to 1 hour - No ChargeDay Session - £2.00PaymentPay and display (all coins 10p to £2, Chip and Pin, contactless, Apple Pay and Google Pay)Pay by mob.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/parking/cornwall-council-car-parks/viewing-point-north-widemouth-bay-ex23-0aw/
Last updated: 22/07/2026 10:18:29
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Fridge/freezer
What do I do with it?Due to a national issue affecting fridge and freezer recycling, we are currently unable to accept fridges and freezers through our usual collection and recycling services. We're working closely with our recycling partners and will provide updates as soon as the situation improves. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.Retailer take-backDonate, sell or repairHousehold waste and recycling centres (H.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/rubbish-recycling-and-waste/recycling/recycling-items/fridgefreezer/
Last updated: 20/07/2026 10:25:38
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Our work
We want Cornwall to be an actively inclusive place to live, work and visit.
As a council, it is important that we lead by example in demonstrating our commitment to equality of opportunity. Our work is to make sure that no-one is left behind.
We know that many of our residents face barriers because of race, nationality, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and disability.
We must acknowledge, understand, and .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/people-and-communities/equality-and-diversity/our-work/
Last updated: 11/12/2025 09:06:37
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The impact of climate change
The impacts of climate change are already being felt all over the world.
In the last few years, here in Cornwall, we have experienced unprecedented weather. We have had back-to-back named storms, heatwaves, flash floods and unseasonable weather. This more extreme weather poses a challenge to how we travel and feed ourselves. It also impacts on keeping Cornwall safe for future generations.
Cornwall Climate Risk Assessment
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https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/climate-and-energy/the-impact-of-climate-change/
Last updated: 24/04/2026 09:39:36
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Request a call back to buy a parking ticket or permit
Buy online
You can buy some of our parking tickets online. The benefits of buying your ticket online include:
many tickets can start immediately after you buy them
for most permits, you can make one vehicle change for each ticket you buy through your online account, for free
you can set your own SMS or email reminders so you don't forget to renew your ticket
Buy online tickets
Request a call back from the permit team
W.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/parking/car-park-tickets-and-permits/request-a-call-back-to-buy-a-parking-ticket-or-permit/
Last updated: 04/04/2025 10:04:44
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Contact the media team
Media enquiries
Our communications team should be your first port of call for all media enquiries.
Main contact phone number: 0300 123 4100
Email: mediarelations@cornwall.gov.uk
News and event updates by emails
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Last updated: 09/06/2026 13:32:48
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