First trees planted for Forest for Cornwall help mark its anniversary
The first 100 trees planted for the Forest for Cornwall at the start of the project more than five years ago are being celebrated as part of National Tree Week.
Volunteers, schoolchildren and councillors helped plant the saplings at Tincombe Park, Saltash, in December 2019 when the Duchy-wide tree-planting programme began.
Now Cornwall Council which has led the initiative is hosting a special event at the same locatio.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/first-trees-planted-for-forest-for-cornwall-help-mark-its-anniversary/
Last updated: 21/11/2025 14:14:35
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Ceasing Employers
An employer in the Cornwall Pension Fund is "ceased" in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) if:
They have no active members left and the Fund determines that they will no longer be able to admit any new members to the Fund
As the result of the termination of the employer's Admission Agreement. The conditions for this are set out in the employer's Admission Agreement (Admitted Bodies only). But, relate to either th.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/employers/ceasing-employers/
Last updated: 17/11/2025 13:46:27
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Planning policy
These policies give an indication of what type and scale of development is appropriate and are used to determine planning applications.
The Cornwall Local Plan was formally adopted in November 2016.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/
Last updated: 19/11/2025 10:41:12
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Engine oil
Can I recycle it?
Engine oil is not collected as part of your recycling collection.
You can take engine oil to most Household Waste and Recycling Centres.
Useful information
The government website Oil Bank Line can tell you more about recycling your oil.
Household Waste and Recycling Centres
Back to the A-Z
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/rubbish-recycling-and-waste/recycling/recycling-items/engine-oil/
Last updated: 17/11/2025 14:46:36
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Faith Covenant for Cornwall
On 13 November 2024, during Interfaith Week, Cornwall’s new Faith Covenant was signed. This is a joint commitment between Cornwall Council and Cornwall’s faith communities. It sets out how we will work together to support Cornwall residents.
The Faith Covenant highlights our shared values. It describes our desire to help bring communities together and promote a sense of pride in Cornwall’s diversity. Below are the full an.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/people-and-communities/equality-and-diversity/faith-covenant-for-cornwall/
Last updated: 26/11/2025 14:29:55
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School Admissions in Cornwall
Cornwall Council and all Cornwall's schools must follow the Admissions Code 2021. For further information visit theSchool Admissions Codepages on the Government website.
Admission authorities
Each school has an 'admission authority' which makes decisions about admissions for that school. The admission authority for each type of school is:
Type of School
Admission Authority
Academy
Academy Trust
Community school
L.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/schools-and-colleges/school-admissions/school-admissions-in-cornwall/
Last updated: 24/11/2025 07:13:50
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Help with council tax debt and managing money
We want to support our customers and recognise that at times, it can be difficult for you to pay your bills.Sometimes you may require support from us or an advice agency.
The following guidance may help you with your council tax arrears:
signup to pay by direct debit– it’s theeasiest way to pay and you can choose to pay between 10 or 12months
claimCouncil Tax Supportif you are ona low income
see if you qualify toget mone.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-tax/sort-out-your-council-tax-arrears/help-with-council-tax-debt-and-managing-money/
Last updated: 26/11/2025 11:09:46
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Why learn with us?
Learning for everyone
We are like a college dedicated for adults – but with 11 small centres in the community rather than big sites – making us local to you.
We offer a broad range of learning open to everyone.
We also make a special effort to offer a second chance in education for those who may not have been able to reach their potential the first time around.
Ofsted have told us, most recently in 2023, that we are a Goo.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/adult-and-community-education/why-learn-with-us/
Last updated: 28/11/2025 15:54:29
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Bullying
Schools, services and families should work together to prevent bullying from happening. In the first instance contact your child’s school to discuss any bullying concerns.
Bullying
It can be:
physical: hitting, kicking, taking things
verbal: name calling, insulting, making offensive remarks, persistent teasing, sarcasm, threats
indirect: spreading nasty rumours or stories, excluding from social groups, sending malicious .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/parent-support-and-advice/bullying/
Last updated: 09/12/2025 12:34:29
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Communications and engagement strategy 2023/25
Scope
Cornwall Council is on a mission to transform the way in which we deliver and enable hundreds of services for the residents of Cornwall in the years to come.
Clear, timely engaging communications are essential to helping our residents understand our mission. Whether its keeping residents informed, encouraging the take up of services, the experience you get when dealing with one of our customer service team, engaging.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/communications-and-engagement-strategy-202325/
Last updated: 17/12/2025 12:55:47
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