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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 23h

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 · 1d

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 · 1d

#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 · 2d

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 · 2d

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 · 2d

#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 · 3d

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 · 3d

#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 · 3d

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 · 3d

#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 · 4d

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 · 4d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

#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 · 7d

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 · 8d

#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 · 8d

#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.

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

If you are celebrating Bonfire Night with fireworks or sparklers at home, please keep yourself and your loved ones safe by following the advice on the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service website 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-res...

Firework safety - Cornwall Council

Firework safety

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

The organising team is committed to working with partners to bring the display back in the future.

We’d like to thank everyone for their understanding, patience and continued support.

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

We know how much this event means to the people of Falmouth and surrounding areas.

It’s a firm favourite in the town calendar, bringing families and friends together to enjoy a spectacular evening while supporting local community groups and charities. Its absence this year will certainly be felt.

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

This decision has not been taken lightly. Following discussions with multiple agencies, it has become clear that the 2025 event cannot be delivered to the standard of safety and organisation that our community rightly expects.

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is sad to announce the cancellation of this year’s Fireworks Night Display on Bonfire Night, November 5, traditionally organised by Falmouth Fire Station.

Photo of the Falmouth Bonfire Night fireworks display

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Cornwall Council's Cabinet Member for Tourism, Localism and Planning, Cllr Sarah Preece, has released a statement following news that Visit Cornwall has entered voluntary liquidation.

Photo of Cllr Sarah Preece, Cornwall Council Cabinet Member for Tourism, Localism and Planning, with a statement saying: “I am deeply saddened by the news that Visit Cornwall has gone into liquidation, and I want to thank everyone there for the huge contribution they have made to promoting Cornwall at home and abroad over the years. “Tourism is at the heart of our economy, supporting jobs and communities, but we know the sector faces real challenges. “We will now move quickly to bring partners and stakeholders together - to listen, and to work with them - so that we can support the sector and safeguard the future of Cornwall’s visitor economy.”

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Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Would you like some help to reduce your home’s flood risk?

You could get a free home survey and support with installing flood resilient measures.

Find out more and register your interest 🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/...

Property Flood Resilience funding - Register your interest today

Cornwall Council @cornwallcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

G'mar Chatima Tova!

We’re wishing well to all those observing Yom Kippur.