If you’re having difficulties or are struggling to pay your business rates, contact us immediately....Taking Control of Goods Regulations 2013 Taking Control of Goods (fees) Regulations 2014 Business Rates Debt Recovery Policy What to do when an enforcement agent is involved Once your account has been sent to the enforcement agent, you must make any payments directly to them, not us....If the agent is unable to collect the amount due, they may be willing to make a short-term payment arrangement with you.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/business-rates/sort-out-your-business-rate-arrears/

Last updated: 04/02/2026 09:34:17

Some people aren't counted for council tax If you live with someone who isn't counted, it may mean that you can get a 25 percent discount off your bill These people aren't counted for council tax: Education and training: school and college leavers students apprentices traditional student nurses youth training trainees spouse/civil partner or dependant of a foreign student Medical and health: severely mentally impaired people hospital patients patients in homes carers and care workers Certain kinds of job: visiting forces diplomats international HQ members Other people who don’t count: persons for whom child benefit is payable (usually those under 19) persons in detention (for example, in prison) residents of hostels religious communities Any discount arising will depend on the number of adults living in the property....If there is only one adult in your property that does not fit in to one of the above categories, you may be entitled to a 25% discount....If all the adults in your property fit in to one of the above categories, you may be entitled to a discount or an exemption Apply for a Council Tax discount After you have applied for money off your Council Tax While we're looking at your application, please keep paying your current Council Tax bill as usual.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-tax/get-money-off-your-council-tax/money-off-council-tax-if-you-are-the-only-person-who-has-to-pay/

Last updated: 27/05/2026 11:59:10

It also examines how these may affect planning and development in Cornwall....On this page, we  provide:summaries and links to where you can find more informationlinks to planning consultationsany briefing notes produced by the Council to help understand the changesour response to those consultations andany policy guidance published in response to planning changes.Latest updatesNational Planning changesThe Government published the new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) on 17 August 2026....This letter covers how the new NPPF sets out national planning policy more clearly.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/planning-changes/

Last updated: 08/10/2026 08:01:10

The Police and Crime Commissioner election took place on Thursday 6 May 2021....Please go to the website of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon and Cornwall for information on the role of the Police and Crime Commissioner....Election notices Notices for these Police and Crime Commissioner elections will be published on the Exeter City Council website.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/elections/elections-and-referendums/2021-police-and-crime-commissioner-election-may-6-2021/

Last updated: 06/11/2025 14:52:01

Your access to the network may be blocked, suspended, or terminated at any time for any reason....Cornwall Council may revise the Terms and Conditions at any time, it is your responsibility to review the Terms and Conditions for any changes....Cornwall Council reserves the right to remove, block, filter, or restrict by any other means any material that, in our sole discretion, may be illegal, may subject us to liability, may be unsuitable for the location in which the Service is provided or may violate these Terms and Conditions. 2.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-museums-and-archives/libraries/using-the-library/computers-and-wifi/wi-fi-acceptable-use-policy/

Last updated: 13/02/2023 07:46:58

It provides stakeholders with a clear vision for the three-year period.View the Cornwall Pension Fund Business PlanCash Management StrategyThe strategy sets out how the Fund invests any cash that is not needed immediately to make payments from the Fund.View the Cash Management StrategyCommunications Policy StatementThis explains the Fund's:policies on the provision of information; andpublicity about the Cornwall Pension Fund.This is for:members;representatives of members; andemploying authorities.View the Communications Policy StatementConflicts of Interest PolicyThis document sets out the Conflicts of Interest Policy for the Cornwall Pension Fund.View the Conflicts Of Interest PolicyContribution Reviews PolicyThis document sets out the Fund's approach to reviewing contribution rates between triennial valuations.View the Contribution Reviews PolicyCyber StrategyThis document is the Cyber Strategy of the Cornwall Pension Fund....This includes:how the costs of the benefits provided under LGPS are met through the Fund;the objectives in setting employer contribution rates; andthe funding strategy that is adopted to meet those objectives.View the Funding Strategy StatementGovernance Policy and Compliance StatementThe Governance Policy explains the governance arrangements of the Fund.It includes:the makeup of the Pensions Committee; andan outline of the tasks delegated to the Committee and to the Fund's Officers.The Governance Policy also contains the Compliance Statement....This is guidance issued by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG).View the Cornwall Pension Fund Governance Policy and Compliance StatementInvestment Strategy StatementThis details the Fund's investment strategy.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/investments/regulatory-statements/

Last updated: 08/10/2026 14:41:44

This is a simpler way to set out what matters most to you and helps inform future planning policy for your area.Neighbourhood planning toolkitMake a neighbourhood priorities statementHousing guide notesThese guide notes are for the development of new homes....Affordable housing guide noteGeneral development principles guide noteHousing information hub guidanceHousing statement guidance - part 1 NDPs housing targetHousing statement guidance - part 2 delivering your NDP housing targetNew homes fact sheetsPrincipal residence policy guide noteEnvironment and Heritage guide notesThese guide notes cover the environment and heritage concerns. ...From climate change and the environment to protecting your heritage.Climate change and neighbourhood plans guide noteCoastal change guide noteDark night sky guide noteEnvironment guide noteFlooding and drainage guide noteIncluding young people when designing community spacesLocal green space appraisal template and guidanceNeighbourhood planning and the historic environment guide noteTrees, Cornish hedges and hedgerows guide noteWorld Heritage Site guide noteSocial and Economic guide notes These guide notes cover improving health and wellbeing and designing for future transport needs.Health and wellbeing guide noteTransport policy guide noteFurther guide notes  This guide note shows you how to set out what you want to achieve and how you are going to achieve it.Vision and objectives guide noteProcess guide notesOur toolkit, guide notes and templates explain how to prepare a neighbourhood plan and meet legal requirements. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/neighbourhood-planning/guidance-on-the-content-and-policies-in-your-neighbourhood-plan/

Last updated: 06/10/2026 14:34:53

If you use the mobility component of any PIP payment to pay for a motorbility car, then you will be expected to use this to access services....If you choose to use any mobility payment to pay for a motorbility car, then you will still be expected to contribute the same amount towards any transport arranged by the council, as anyone who has not chosen to pay for a motorbility car....We will pay the difference between this, and the full cost of the transport.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/paying-for-adult-social-care/transport/

Last updated: 25/11/2025 15:15:16

Unfortunately, you cannot renew your bus pass at the library.Renew your older person's bus passWe automatically renew any Senior Passes that have been used within the last 12 months of the expiry date....It is a quick and easy way to renew a pass that is expiring or has already expired.If you're not able to apply online yourself you could ask someone to help, such as a family member or friend.Renew your bus pass Things to have ready before you start your applicationEvidence of AddressEvidence of age or evidence of EligibilityNational Insurance NumberValid email addressPlease remember to provide all required and in date evidence so we can process your application.If you are unable to renew your disabled bus pass online you can download and complete the application form and send it to us at the address below. ...Replace a bus pass that has been lost, damaged or stolenYou can apply and pay for a replacement bus pass online if:You have lost your senior or disabled bus passYour pass is not working or is damagedYour pass has been stolenOnce a replacement card has been ordered it cannot be cancelled.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/public-transport/national-concession-bus-pass/renew-or-replace-your-older-or-disabled-persons-bus-pass/

Last updated: 14/10/2026 08:00:27

Weight restriction to 3050kg.1 November to 31 March : Cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, coaches, trailers, caravans No motorhomes or campers 11pm to 8am all yearCharges 1 April - 31 October1 November - 31 March9am - 4pm - £2.004pm - 9am - No ChargePaymentPay and display (all coins 10p to £2, Chip and Pin, contactless, Apple Pay and Google Pay)Pay by mobile phone - the location code for this car park is 8433JustPark Wallet is not available in this car park.Season and rover ticketsSeason and Rover tickets are available at this car park....If you park your motorcycle in a car parking space, you must pay the normal fee for a car.Motorcycles must not park in disabled or reserved spaces.Facilities and parkingFacilitiesDetailsNumber of spaces300SurfaceStone/sandSecure car parkNoCar park opening hours24 hoursHeight restrictionNoWeight restriction3050kg restriction 15 March - 1 NovemberNo restriction 1 November - 14 MarchLorries over 3500kgNo    15 March - 31 OctoberYes  1 November - 14 MarchMotorhome facilities or spacesNo Suitable for touring caravans/trailersNo   15 March - 31 OctoberYes  1 November -14 MarchOvernight sleepingNo sleeping or overnight camping 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/parking/cornwall-council-car-parks/par-beach-pl24-2as/

Last updated: 06/08/2026 09:10:21