The Convention provides a global framework that sets out and protects the rights of every child, recognising them as individuals with their own rights, not just as dependents of adults.      ...Cllr Leigh Frost, Leader of Cornwall Council, signed the paperwork officially adopting UNCRC alongside members of Cornwall Youth Council at a special event on Thursday, January 29. ...Adopting the UNCRC in Cornwall will ensure that:  Children’s best interests are considered in all policies and actions (Article 3) Children’s voices are heard and taken seriously in decisions that affect them (Article 12) Our services promote children’s health, education, safety, and equality (Articles 6, 24, 27, 28). 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/together-for-families/cornwall-formally-adopts-un-convention-on-the-rights-of-the-child-to-help-protect-children-and-young-people/

Last updated: 02/02/2026 12:16:50

A wide-ranging panel of experts have confirmed their attendance at Cornwall’s Dentistry Summit, taking place on 17 July at Lys Kernow (County Hall).The panel have been confirmed, following Cornwall Council’s Leader’s intentions to convene a Dentistry Summit at the Full Council meeting in April this year.The panel members are:Eddie Crouch, Chair of the National British Dental Association (BDA) Board (PEC)Jasem Greval, CEO of Smile:Together Dental CICMatt Jerreat, NHS England SW Regional Chief Dental Officer (CDO) and Chair of SW Local Dental NetworkKirsty Lewis, Director of Primary Care with NHS Devon and CIOS Cluster ICBCllr Thalia Marrington, Lead Member for Community Safety and Public Health with Cornwall CouncilJenna Murgatroyd, Chair of the NHS CIOS Local Dental Committee (LDC)Rob Witton, Deputy Head of Peninsula Dental School.Leader of Cornwall Council, Cllr Leigh Frost said: “The Summit is all about bringing the right people together to have an open conversation about the scale of...“I’d like to extend my thanks to all of the panellists who represent organisations who have a part to play in helping to find practical solutions that will benefit our residents....I’m looking forward to hearing what they have to say and seeing the practical actions that will come out of the event.”Following a call out to the public for questions to put to the panellists over 160 submissions have been received.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/health-wellbeing-and-social-care/panel-of-experts-will-convene-at-cornwall-dentistry-summit/

Last updated: 14/07/2026 13:14:18

Cornwall Council Leader, Councillor Linda Taylor, has attended a meeting of the British-Irish Council (BIC) focused on supporting the indigenous languages of the British Isles....Councillor Taylor attended the meeting, which was held in Jersey on 19 and 20 October, at the invitation of the UK Government....The UK Government was represented at the BIC meeting by the Levelling-Up Minister, Jacob Young MP, who invited Councillor Taylor as a demonstration of the Government’s commitment to the protection and promotion of Cornish in public life.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/council-leader-joins-ministers-to-discuss-languages-including-cornish/

Last updated: 20/10/2023 12:16:33

The Forest for Cornwall team are highlighting the health and wellbeing benefits of increasing tree cover in community spaces on International Day of Forests. ...Cabinet member for environment and climate change Councillor Martyn Alvey said: “Trees increase biodiversity and capture carbon so are key to addressing the climate and ecological emergencies. ...“We want to thank everyone who has helped put trees in the ground and transformed their community spaces for everyone to benefit and to ask everyone to register their planting with the Forest for Cornwall.” 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/create-healthy-green-spaces-with-help-from-forest-for-cornwall/

Last updated: 21/03/2023 12:46:39

The grant, awarded by Cornwall Council from the £7.6m Community Levelling Up Programme (CLUP), will support a new full-time Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust Community Ranger to manage a programme of activities to upskill community volunteers to become decision-makers for nature recovery on the Isles of Scilly.  ...The Trust has responsibility for managing half the land across the isles, being central to the partnership that promotes enjoyment and appreciation of the Isles of Scilly National Landscape. ...The Community Levelling Up Programme is part of the Good Growth Programme, which is delivering the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/community-levelling-up-grant-for-isles-of-scilly-wildlife-trust-to-involve-community-in-restoring-and-safeguarding-wildlife/

Last updated: 01/02/2024 12:59:42

You can either nominate yourself or your organisation or you can nominate any business, school, charity, community organisation, parish or town council or individual as long as they are based in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. ...Cllr Martyn Alvey, Cornwall’s portfolio holder for environment and climate change and one of the awards judges, said:  “This event is now in its 22nd year and it encourages, rewards and gives recognition to the excellent work organisations are doing to improve their own sustainability and that of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly as a whole. ...“Many of our winners have gained work or created collaborations from networking at our events so it’s a real springboard to future success.”   

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/get-your-entry-in-for-cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly-sustainability-awards/

Last updated: 03/10/2024 12:10:08

It featured inspiring talks from key speakers Kate Nicholls, Chair of UK Hospitality, and Andrew Stokes OBE, Director of Visit England....“This is a huge moment for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly” said Councillor Sarah Preece, cabinet member with responsibility for Tourism at Cornwall Council....During the summit, the results from the recent visitor economy survey were discussed and attendees participated in a series of workshops, sharing their views on what a new destination organisation for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly could look like.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/tourism-summit-marks-huge-moment-for-cornwall-and-the-isles-of-scilly/

Last updated: 30/01/2026 09:55:55

The cork life-jacket, Poppy the bus, and a painting that inspired Daphne Du Maurier's first novel The winners of this year’s Cornwall Heritage Awards have been announced – including the 2025 Object of the Year. ...In 1807 Henry Trengrouse witnessed the wreck of HMS Anson and the loss of over 100 lives at Loe Bar....“Many of our museums, galleries and historic sites rely on volunteers to share the stories of our past.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/cornwall-heritage-awards-cornwall-s-object-of-year-revealed/

Last updated: 19/03/2025 11:21:07

A new report focusing on mental health and wellbeing in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly calls for greater investment in prevention, early intervention and community support.This year’s annual report from Cornwall’s Director of Public Health (DPH), Dr Eunan O’Neill, and DPH for the Isles of Scilly, Katie Ash, highlights the importance of good mental health in every aspect of life and sets out the challenges facing our residents.It reveals that around 77 people lose their lives to suicide each year in Cornwall, with suicide rates remaining higher than the national average.Drawing on research and the experiences of residents, the report demonstrates that mental health is shaped by more than healthcare services alone.Evidence shows that strong relationships, a sense of belonging, financial security, safe and stable housing, and opportunities to take part in community life play a key role.People across our communities also highlighted the barriers they face, including stigma, rural isolation..., difficulties accessing support and the pressures of everyday life.The report argues that while access to specialist mental health services remains essential, preventing poor mental health requires action across housing, employment, education, communities and other areas that influence wellbeing.Dr Eunan O’Neill, Director of Public Health for Cornwall, said:“Mental health and wellbeing underpin every aspect of our lives, yet for too many people in our communities good mental health remains out of reach....Every life lost to suicide, drug and alcohol-related harm, or the impacts of trauma, poverty and social isolation is one too many.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/health-wellbeing-and-social-care/new-report-calls-for-shift-towards-prevention-to-improve-mental-health-in-cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/

Last updated: 02/10/2026 08:19:33

Stretching across 4,500km and providing access to stunning coastline, moorland and countryside, Cornwall’s Public Rights of Way network connects communities and allows us to explore some of the most beautiful parts of the Duchy....The Cornwall Rights of Way Improvement Plan will set out how Cornwall Council intends to preserve and improve the network over the next 10 years....Councillor Loic Rich, cabinet member with responsibility for Environment and Climate Change at Cornwall Council, said: “Our Public Rights of Way enable us to explore some of the best and most beautiful parts of Cornwall and help us to be active outdoors, which is vital for our physical and mental wellbeing.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/help-make-cornwall-s-footpaths-and-bridleways-better-for-everyone/

Last updated: 30/07/2025 14:14:36