Cornwall Council plays a big part in people’s lives, and every year, we spend over a billion pounds providing public services that you, your family and friends use every day.
Increased demand and rising costs for statutory services, such as emergency accommodation provision, services for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and Adult Social Care are causing considerable financial pressures on local authorities across the UK. Cornwall Council is no exception.
The increased costs far outstrip the increased funding announced in the Government’s Autumn Budget and the additional income we will receive through the introduction of doubling council tax on Second Homes (the 100% Council Tax Premium on Second Homes).
Therefore, although the Council manages its finances prudently, this means difficult choices must be made to balance the books.
Our Business Plan is based on a clear mission for Cornwall Council of working with communities for a carbon neutral Cornwall, where everyone can start well, live well and age well.
Our priorities, shaped by our residents and young people to make Cornwall:
- A brilliant place to be a child and grow up
- In a thriving, sustainable Cornwall that offers a secure home, a decent income and a great environment for all
- With vibrant, safe, supportive communities where people help each other live well
- All supported by an empowering and enterprising Council that delivers great value for money
Each year we seek your views on our plans to deliver these priorities within the budget available to us.
For more details about the engagement to inform this year's budget, please visit our Let's Talk Cornwall website.