They are designed to tackle Cornwall’s biggest challenges and unlock its potential for the benefit of all who live and work here.The priorities – shaped by what residents have said matters most – are:Strong, safe, vibrant communities, with more decent and affordable homesA clean, green Cornwall, with healthy rivers and seasA resilient economy creating good growth and jobsA caring place for families, where children build a bright futureSupporting people to live healthy and dignified livesConnected, safe, reliable roads and transportThe Council Priorities Plan is a high-level document that explains:What the Council’s priorities are and what they mean in practice for residents and businessesHow they will be achieved and how success will be measured.Includes British Sign Language (BSL) translationThe Council Priorities: Delivery Plan 2026-2027 provides more detail on the actions we will take to deliver our priorities....It aims to show what we want to achieve, how we will approach it, and how we will know if we are succeeding.Council Priorities: Delivery Plan 2026-27We will report on our performance every quarter....More information is available on our Council Performance page.View Council PerformanceOlder Business and Outcome Delivery PlansBusiness Plan 2022-2026A brilliant place to be a child and grow up outcome delivery planA thriving, sustainable Cornwall outcome delivery planVibrant, safe, supportive communities outcome delivery planAn empowering and enterprising Council outcome delivery planBusiness Plan 2018 - 2022 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/your-council/cornwall-council-priorities-plan/

Last updated: 21/09/2026 10:36:56

Results of Neighbourhood Plan Referendums since 1 April 2021: Torpoint Parish Neighbourhood Plan - 30 October 2025 Redruth Parish Neighbourhood Plan - 16 October 2025 Pelynt Parish Neighbourhood Plan - 2 October 2025 Penzance Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 31 July 2025 Marhamchurch Parish Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 3 October 2024 Perranzabuloe Parish Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 3 October 2024 St Stephen-in-Brannel Parish Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 3 October 2024 St Hilary Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 3 September 2024 Carn Brea Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 1 August 2024 St Newlyn East and Mitchell Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 20 June 2024 Dobwalls and Trewidland Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 4 April 2024 Carlyon Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 18 January 2024 Blisland Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 24 August 2023 Mabe Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 10 August 2023 Perranuthnoe Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 10 August 2023 Truro and Kenwyn Neighbourhood Plan Referendum...- 27 April 2023 Madron Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 6 April 2023 Morval Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 24 November 2022  Breage Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 10 November 2022 Perranarworthal Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 10 November 2022 St Wenn Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 8 September 2022 Padstow Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 28 July 2022 Mylor Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 23 June 2022 Portreath Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 23 June 2022 Mawnan Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 19 May 2022 Looe Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 12 May 2022 Menheniot Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 7 April 2022 Saltash Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 17 March 2022  Camelford Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 3 March 2022 Calstock Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 20 January 2022 Linkinhorne Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 13 January 2022 St Just Neighbourhood Plan Referendum – 13 January 2022 Lanteglos by Fowey Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 18 November 2021 Porthleven Neighbourhood Plan Referendum...- 18 November 2021 St Austell Bay Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 16 September 2021 St Sampson Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 16 September 2021 Tywardreath and Par Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 16 September 2021 Falmouth Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 19 August 2021 Penryn Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 19 August 2021 Budock Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 19 August 2021 Ludgvan Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 15 July 2021 St Cleer Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 15 July 2021 St Clement Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 15 July 2021 St Endellion Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 15 July 2021 St Enoder Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - 15 July 2021

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/elections-and-referendums/neighbourhood-plan-referendum-results/

Last updated: 31/10/2025 09:46:01

What should be covered in your emergency plan?...A simple emergency plan must show that you have: A suitable fire detection system....What else should you consider in your fire emergency plan?

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/business-fire-safety/business-fire-safety-advice/emergency-plan/

Last updated: 22/02/2021 15:04:57

You can find the progress made in preparing the Cornwall Local Plan here. ...This includes the engagement undertaken, key milestones reached and what will happen next.Current statusWe are currently at the scoping stage of preparing the Cornwall Local Plan 2050. ...This work includes evidence gathering, early engagement and consultation on the proposed scope and direction of the new Local Plan. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/local-plan-progress/

Last updated: 05/10/2026 14:08:47

The Cornwall Local Plan Submission Policies Map identifies the following boundaries for main towns....Town Centres, Prime Shopping Area Prime Shopping Frontages This Map also shows some of the key environmental designations mentioned in the Cornwall Local Plan....Cornwall Local Plan Policies Map

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/cornwall-local-plan-maps/

Last updated: 08/07/2026 19:45:22

Have your say on the new Cornwall Local PlanWe've started work on a new Cornwall Local Plan. ...A plan that will help shape where Cornwall grows, how communities develop and what infrastructure, services and environment we need over the coming decades.This new plan will replace our current plan and guide decisions about:HomesJobsTransportCommunity facilitiesClimate actionNature recoveryMuch more for the next 10 years and beyondCurrent stageBefore we begin developing options and policies, we're carrying out a scoping consultation to understand the issues, opportunities and priorities that matter most to Cornwall's communities.This is the earliest stage of plan making and gives you a chance to tell us:What challenges Cornwall faces now and in the futureWhat opportunities we should be making the most ofWhat makes your area special and what could be betterWhere change is needed to create and support thriving communitiesWhat the new Local Plan should prioritiseTo understand what is working well and what could be improved, we want to hear from:ResidentsBusinessesCommunity organisationsTown...and parish councilsLandownersDevelopersStakeholdersWe are consulting on:The proposed scope of the Local PlanA draft vision for Cornwall's futureHow people and organisations should be involved in preparing the Local PlanThe key environmental, social and economic issues that should be cosidered as the Local Plan developsTake part in the consultationWe're holding a formal 6 week consultation on the key issues and baseline evidence between 5 October and 16 November 2026. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/cornwall-local-plan-preparation/

Last updated: 05/10/2026 12:59:51

Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan Reviews An EHC Annual Review takes place at least once each year and is normally arranged by your child/young person’s educational setting....The discussion will focus on the following:  Your child/young person’s views and aspirations  Their attainment and progress over time  Their special educational needs and the provision set out in the EHC plan  The suitability of the educational placement (in some cases) Whether there are significant changes required to the EHC plan....These must include a recommendation as to whether the EHC plan should be either:  Maintained with no amendments  Amended due to significant changes  Ceased as an EHC plan is no longer required  These documents must be sent to the Local Authority including all those invited to the EHC review. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/special-educational-needs/education-health-and-care-plans/annual-review-of-an-education-health-and-care-plan/

Last updated: 27/05/2026 12:26:34

Cornwall Council have teamed up with Lendology, to offer financial assistance to eligible households....Applications are assessed on financial need and property eligibility.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/housing-financial-assistance/

Last updated: 01/04/2026 09:30:02

Notice of intention to commence preparation of the Cornwall Local PlanThe Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026, Part 4, Regulation 19Cornwall Council gives notice of its intention to commence preparation of a new local plan, which is to be referred to as the Cornwall Local Plan (CLP).The CLP will cover the administrative boundary of Cornwall (ONS E06000052) as shown on the map.The CLP timetable is available to be viewed at Local Plan TimetableThe Council expects to start the 30-month plan preparation process on 25th January 2027.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/notice-to-prepare-the-cornwall-local-plan/

Last updated: 13/08/2026 14:40:14

If you have queries regarding existing bills or invoices you can contact the Charging Income Team on 01872 324190 or at adultcarebilling@cornwall.gov.uk.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/paying-for-adult-social-care/how-to-pay-your-financial-contribution/

Last updated: 18/11/2025 16:04:24