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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 16m

We're inviting residents and businesses to give their views on the latest proposals to improve safety and the public spaces on Cliff Road in #Newquay.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Have your say on plans for Cliff Road in Newquay

The proposals form part of the Mid Cornwall Metro project

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 1h

#NEWS: Residents can now hire our low emission pool cars at weekends through a new pay-as-you-drive car club.

The trial aims to give people access to low-cost, cleaner travel while making the most of council vehicles outside working hours.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Try out a hybrid or electric car through new weekend car club

Cornwall Council is offering residents the chance to hire out its low emission pool cars at weekends.

www.cornwall.gov.uk

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 2h

Paw-some news!

Our stray dog service has once again received the platinum RSPCA PawPrints Award for outstanding care for lost animals.

Keep your dog safe. Make sure their microchip details are up to date and they wear an ID tag 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/...

Photo shows two dog welfare officers taking four dogs for a walk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 22h

#NEWS: Four community projects, including two new skateparks, new toilets, and a refurbished church hall, are underway thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, allocated through our Community Levelling Up Programme.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Two new skateparks among community projects funded across Cornwall

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

Are you hoarding broken cables in a drawer of doom? Set them free this #InternationalEWasteDay!

Old cables contain precious copper that can be reused in new tech, transport, and clean energy.

Recycle them at your local Household Waste and Recycling Centre.

Photo shows a handful of electrical cables. Text says: What are these cables even for? Recycle your electricals.

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

#VIDEO: Couples can now tie the knot at Chi Austel, our new service hub in the centre of #StAustell.

The brand new ceremony room offers a calm, welcoming space that can be tailored for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/births-marri...

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

#NEWS: This #ChallengePovertyWeek, we’re highlighting the voices of children, young people, and families across #Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

With one in five children growing up in poverty, their experiences must shape what we do next.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

New public health report calls on all residents and organisations in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly to help end child poverty

www.cornwall.gov.uk

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 2d

Did you know you can recycle shredded paper?

Just pop it in a plastic bag and place it in your blue recycling bag ready for collection.

Need recycling bags? Request more 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/rubbish-recy...

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 4d

We’ve launched a new survey on attitudes towards ageing in #Cornwall.

We want to hear your views on what would make Cornwall a more inclusive and supportive place to grow older.

Everyone is welcome to take part, whatever your age.
🔗 letstalk.cornwall.gov.uk/age-friendly...

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay.

The Orange Button Scheme helps people show they’ve completed mental health or suicide prevention training and are here to listen and support others🔗 cornwall.gov.uk/orangebutton

For free mental health support in #Cornwall, call 111 (option 2).

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

#NEWS: Owners of empty homes in #Cornwall can now apply for a council-backed loan to help bring properties back into use.

Cornwall continues to face extreme pressures on housing. The Empty Home Loan scheme is part of our wider strategy to tackle the issue.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Council launches new loan scheme to bring empty homes back into use

www.cornwall.gov.uk

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

We’re inviting young people aged 11-18 to join a Rights of Way youth workshop at Tehidy Country Park on Sat, Oct 11 from 11am-3pm.

Share your ideas on improving Cornwall’s paths and access while enjoying a relaxed walk (and some cake and hot choc!)

🔗 letstalk.cornwall.gov.uk/rowip/news_f...

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Should dogs be allowed on Cornwall's beaches?

Tell us what you think about the restrictions we have in place. What's right and what should change?

Have your say by taking part in our consultation.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Have your say on when dogs are on allowed Cornwall’s beaches

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

#VIDEO: A new fleet of electric buses is now on the road in south-east #Cornwall, offering quieter, cleaner journeys.

Run by Go Cornwall Bus, the six zero-emission buses serve Route 70 on the Rame Peninsula, linking villages including Torpoint, Millbrook and Cawsand.

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

Found dog!

Our animal welfare team is currently caring for this little terrier dog.

She's black and was found in St Ives.

If you've lost your dog, please call 0300 1234 212 to report them missing.

More info 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/...

Photo of the black terrier dog found in St Ives

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

#NEWS: Country Lane Foods has invested in a new egg grading machine, securing its future in #Cornwall, protecting jobs, and boosting growth.

A £200,000 Growth Hub grant has helped the family-run business expand and keep production local.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Country Lane Foods secures future in Cornwall with major investment in egg grading technology

The initiative has safeguarded jobs and created new full-time roles

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

A fire broke out in a bin lorry near Launceston last Friday, caused by a lithium battery.

Please help keep our crews safe. Never bin batteries. Recycle them at your local supermarket or household waste and recycling centre instead.

Photos show a lithium battery that was found to be the cause of the fire

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

#NEWS: Cornwall’s libraries loaned out a staggering 35,500 children’s books throughout the school holidays as a record number of youngsters completed this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Record number of young people complete Summer Reading Challenge at Cornwall’s libraries

Cornwall’s libraries loaned out 35,500 children’s books throughout the school holidays

www.cornwall.gov.uk

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Mat, office manager at Carol Spinks Homecare, won Learning Champion of the Year at the #ProudtoCare #Cornwall Awards.

Judges praised his commitment to learning and supporting others to grow.

Find your own role in care 🔗 www.proudtocarecornwall.org.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Homeowners and landlords in #Cornwall can now apply for council-backed loans to fund home repairs and energy-saving improvements.

Loans of up to £25,000 are available.

Find out more 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

We’re holding drop-in events across #Cornwall to help shape the new Local Plan up to 2050. It will guide what can be built, protect key places and improve design.

Cllr Sarah Preece, Cabinet Member for Tourism, Localism and Planning, explains more.

🔗 www.tickettailor.com/events/creat...

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

#VIDEO: Cornwall’s coastline has been brought to life in Minecraft.

#CoastCraft transforms the #Bude coast into a custom-built world where children aged 9-14 can explore #climatechange, coastal erosion and flood resilience.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 11d

Firefighters gave Nigel the horse a helping hand after he got stuck in a stream.

When he didn’t come for breakfast, his owners went looking and found him in the water. Bodmin’s crew, with support from a vet, came to the rescue.

Happily, Nigel was soon back on his hooves!

Photo shows firefighters rescuing Nigel the horse after he got stuck in a stream

Photo shows firefighters helping Nigel the horse get back on his hooves after he got stuck in a stream

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 11d

#NEWS: A fleet of electric buses are now connecting communities in south-east Cornwall bringing cleaner air and quieter journeys.

The six new buses cover Route 70 on the Rame Peninsula, connecting villages including Torpoint, Millbrook and Cawsand.

🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...

Photo of an electric bus. Text says: New fleet of electric buses now connecting communities in south-east Cornwall.

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 12d

#StormAmy is set to bring strong and gusty winds to #Cornwall on Saturday.

A yellow weather warning is in place from midnight until 7pm.

Avoid exposed coastal locations, and if you're travelling, please take extra care.