Cornish national minority status anniversary highlights achievements and work still to do
Monday (24 April 2023) marks the ninth anniversary of the Cornish being recognised by the Government as a national minority which means that the Cornish have the right to express, preserve, share and develop their distinct culture and identity.
Initiatives and achievements since 2014 include promoting the Cornish language through "Go Cornish", the development of Curriculum Kernewek to raise aspiration and achievement fo.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/cornish-national-minority-status-anniversary-highlights-achievements-and-work-still-to-do/
Last updated: 24/04/2023 12:10:31
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Report Japanese Knotweed on Council land
This survey is being undertaken to assist Cornwall Council to control Japanese knotweed on land within its control. The Council is committed to working with the Cornwall Knotweed Forum to control the spread of Japanese knotweed in Cornwall. However, with reducing resources, any control programme will be prioritised. The reporting of knotweed will not necessarily result in its treatment.
Report Japanese knotweed on Cornwal.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/trees-hedges-and-woodlands/invasive-plants/japanese-knotweed/report-japanese-knotweed-on-council-land/
Last updated: 17/08/2021 13:05:59
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News and events
Charity events at Penmount
We donate all the money we raise from our charity events to our annual chosen charity. Our charity events include:
Remembrance Service and Open Day
Carol Service
Metals recycling programme
Our chosen charities for 2025 arePenhaligon’s FriendsandCornwall Blood Bikes.
Carol Service
Thursday 10th December 2026 - details to follow
Open Garden Event and Service of Remembrance
Sunday, 28th June 2.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/births-marriages-deaths/penmount-crematorium/our-events/
Last updated: 12/12/2025 11:50:53
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PZN Youth CIC Secures Permanent Youth Hub in Penzance with Good Growth funding
PZN Youth CIC has successfully completed the purchase of their building on Alverton Street in Penzance, marking a major milestone in its mission to provide a permanent safe, accessible space for young people.
The contract signing took place on Monday, 1st December, with members of the local community, supporters, and partners invited to celebrate this achievement.
The purchase was made possible thanks to £61,183 from Co.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/pzn-youth-cic-secures-permanent-youth-hub-in-penzance-with-good-growth-funding/
Last updated: 02/12/2025 16:37:22
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Coming soon at your Community Area Partnership
We have compiled a list of issues which will be discussed at Community Area Partnership (CAP) meetings in the next few months. We update the list once a month.
The list shows issues confirmed for each meeting. If there are other items we are waiting to confirm, we will update the list as soon as possible.
The list is currently being updated and will be published in September 2025.
Issues covered at all CAP meetings
The fo.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/people-and-communities/community-area-partnerships/coming-soon-at-your-community-area-partnership/
Last updated: 04/09/2025 10:59:28
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Jewellery
Can I recycle it?
Jewellery is not collected as part of your recycling collection.
There are specialist services, charities and other organisations that will take or buy your unwanted jewellery.
Donate or sell
You can try selling your jewellery at Jewellers’ or shops such as Cash Converters – especially if it’s made from gold or silver. Jewellery and watches are accepted by many charities.
They can be recycled or re-sold .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/rubbish-recycling-and-waste/recycling/recycling-items/jewellery/
Last updated: 10/04/2026 10:04:06
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Contact Trading Standards
If you would like to make a comment or raise a question about trading standards please use the form below.
* indicates a mandatory field
The information you provide on this form will be held by Cornwall Council and used by us to investigate your enquiry and improve our services.
Your information will not be used for any other purpose by Cornwall Council, and will not be passed onto any other third party without your per.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/contact-us-online/contact-trading-standards/
Last updated: 10/08/2022 13:31:17
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Contact the Registration Service
If you would like to make a comment or raise a question about any of the following topics, please use the form below;
births
deaths
marriages
civil partnerships
coroner
ceremonies
registration certificates
family history
If you would like a response please provide some contact details.
The information you provide on this form will be held by Cornwall Council and used by us to investigate your enquiry and improve our se.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/contact-us-online/contact-the-registration-service/
Last updated: 10/08/2022 13:28:01
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Think before you park
Can an emergency vehicle get past your parked vehicle in an emergency?
The hashtag #ThinkB4Upark is being used across social media in the UK by other emergency services, who are experiencing delays in getting to incidents, due to badly parked cars or driving.The Service does not endorse this campaign as a way and means of naming and shaming members of the public. It is to raise awareness and educate drivers to think about.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/keeping-safe/road-safety/be-a-safer-driver/think-before-you-park/
Last updated: 07/05/2021 16:28:16
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Contact the Schools Admissions Team
If you wish to contact us about the progress of your in-year application, please allow ten school days from the date you submitted your application before doing so. Please note that Cornwall Council requires confirmation from the school you are applying for before a place can be allocated and before the outcome can be sent to you.If your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan and you have an enquiry about school pla.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/contact-us-online/contact-the-schools-service/contact-the-schools-admissions-team/
Last updated: 13/11/2025 11:26:47
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