Local services and resources for carers
There is a range of services and activities in Cornwall, which can provide advice and support to carers and their families.
The following organisations provide information, advice and support to carers:
Cornwall Carers Service
Cornwall Carers Service is a partnership of local, voluntary and community sector organisations. These are appointed by the Council, in conjunction with the NHS, to support carers in Cornwall. These.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/carers/local-services-and-resources-for-carers/
Last updated: 04/06/2025 15:52:28
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Communities have their say in first wave of Cornwall Local Plan drop in events
A huge thank you to everyone who has come along to one of the Local Plan community drop-in events over the past few weeks to have their say on the future of Cornwall.
The workshops are the first phase of an extensive programme of public engagement activities being carried out by Cornwall Council to support the development of the new Cornwall Local Plan.
Led by Creative Kernow, the informal drop ins provide an opportun.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/environment-culture-and-planning/communities-have-their-say-in-first-wave-of-cornwall-local-plan-drop-in-events/
Last updated: 20/10/2025 15:06:19
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Newquay Cornwall Airport - Aerohub Enterprise Zone Local Development Order (LDO)
Cornwall Council now have an LDO at the Aerohub Enterprise Zone. This is located at Newquay Cornwall Airport. It forms part of the simplified planning framework.
The Order grants planning permission for a 35.5 ha Business Park. It consists of use classes
B1 (Business)
B2 (General Industry)
B8 (Storage and Distribution)
associated infrastructure, an ancillary hotel, retail and leisure facilities.
The business park will b.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/local-development-orders/newquay-cornwall-airport-aerohub-enterprise-zone-local-development-order/
Last updated: 30/03/2021 15:10:24
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Your local Fire Station
Find out about your local fire station. If you are unsure where your nearest fire station is you can find out by visiting the 'My Area' page and enter your postcode when prompted.
General enquiries: 0300 1234 23224 hour fire safety advice: 0800 3581 999In an emergency dial 999 and ask for FIRE
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/your-local-fire-station/
Last updated: 23/09/2021 09:39:30
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Where do I vote? Use our polling station finder to check where to go on May 1
Voters are being reminded to check their designated polling station ahead of elections for Cornwall Council and town and parish councils on May 1.With only two weeks go until polling day, voters are being reminded to make sure they know where they need to go, and check they have a valid form of photo ID.If you’re voting in person, you can use the polling station finder on the Cornwall Council website to check your designa.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/where-do-i-vote-use-our-polling-station-finder-to-check-where-to-go-on-may-1/
Last updated: 17/04/2025 10:25:56
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Role of local councils in planning
This page provides information on the role of local councils in the planning process.
Local councils
Local councils are the statutory bodies known as the first tier of Local Government. They can be for a city, town or parish.
They are independent from Cornwall Council. An active partnership of joint working is essential to deliver:
local accountability and
responsiveness.
We want local communities to have the chance to .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/local-councils/role-of-local-councils-in-planning/
Last updated: 04/09/2025 13:42:50
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Pre application discussions guidance for local councils
This guidance covers:
dealing with approaches and requests for meetings from developers
parish-led community engagement
specific help regarding concerns over pre-determination during:
local council meetings or
local councillor individual discussions.
Guiding principles
Pre-application discussions have an important role in all types of planning applications. Local Councils are aware of:
the importance of public perce.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/local-councils/pre-application-discussions-guidance-for-local-councils/
Last updated: 04/01/2023 15:53:37
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The Cornwall Local Plan
The Cornwall Local Plan
Help us to plan for the future
We're creating a plan for what Cornwall can become in the next 20 years.
It's all about finding ways to treasure what's important to you, while shaping places that can thrive in our changing world.
With your help, we'll shape the rules for local planning across Cornwall.
For more information please visit Cornwall Local Plan 2050
The Adopted Cornwall Local Plan 2016
Yo.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/
Last updated: 14/10/2025 12:15:27
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SEND Local Offer
We want Cornwall to be a brilliant place to be a child and grow up in. However, some children and young people need a little extra help or support to do this. Our SEND Local Offer is the place to find this support. You will find information, advice and guidance on a range of services.
What is the SEND Local Offer?
Every local authority must publish a SEND Local Offer. It must be clear, comprehensive and accessible for .....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/schools-and-education/special-educational-needs/send-local-offer/
Last updated: 10/06/2025 11:28:40
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Local Authority Land
This page provides details of the Council’s land and building assets.
You can search for property and site information via our asset management system called Concerto.
Within the system you can find:
all service and office properties occupied or controlled by user bodies, both freehold and leasehold
all other properties owned or used by Cornwall Council, for example, hostels, laboratories, investment properties and depot.....
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/council-spending-and-finance/local-government-transparency-code/local-authority-land/
Last updated: 19/06/2025 07:47:55
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