Staff reservist policy - Armed forces covenant

We recognise the vital role of Britain's reserve forces and valuable contribution that reservists make to our defence, communities and the civilian workplace. Use the map to search reservist and cadet units within the district. We support membership...

Sherwood Heath

Why is heathland important? Heathland is important because it is the only habitat for certain species and the preferred habitat for others. Many of the plants and animals that live there have evolved over thousands of years, have specialised to suit ...

Flooding information hub

With the winter months fast approaching, we’re asking residents to #BeAwareAndPrepare for any potential flooding that might affect our district.   Together with local partners, we’re doing all we can to get more support to combat flooding in...

Second Publication Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (Sep 23-Nov 23) - Previous stages of plan review

Following the First Publication Consultation in Autumn/Winter 2022, the Council decided that a Second Publication Consultation would be required due to a representation received from the Environment Agency and a change in situation regarding the Gyp...

Emergency contacts - Useful contacts

ServiceContact details Fire, Police and medical emergencies 999 Police non-emergency enquiries 101 For medical advice 111 Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service 0115 838 8100 Emergency repairs 01636 650000 and press the option for rep...

Main modifications (including minor modifications/points of clarification) - Making of the amended core strategy

The modifications, integrated impact assessments, habitats review of the final modifications, appropriate assessment and supporting documents are available to view on our website. Proposed Modifications (PDF File, 4,973kb) Representation Guidance Not...

Is there a charge for publication scheme information? - Publication scheme

We make no charge for downloading information from our website. Where it is not possible to offer a document electronically, charges may be made for photocopying, postage and packaging or costs incurred as a direct result of requesting the informatio...

CPRE Nottinghamshire Transport Survey - Wellow Parish Council

CPRE Nottinghamshire has launched a research project into public transport across the county and has created a short survey asking residents to tell them what the public transport is like where they live.  The survey will run until 31 January 2022, ...

Volunteer with YMCA - Volunteering opportunities

The YMCA in Newark's Saint Mark's Lane needs volunteers for the following: Working on the till Stocking and displaying merchandise Sorting, steaming and tagging donations  Help with putting on events Boost your CV, social network and job prospects...

Help for victims of ASB - Anti social behaviour

If you have been a victim of anti-social behaviour and need help to recover, contact Nottinghamshire Victim Care. They recognise that people have different needs when trying to recover from an ordeal and offer a range of services and support to help...

Best Bar None scheme

We’re encouraging local pubs, clubs and bars to sign up to the Best Bar None accreditation scheme. This national award scheme, piloted by Manchester police force in 2003 and supported by the Home Office, is about reducing crime, raising standards a...

Fire - Business continuity

Fire can devastate a business through loss of: stock buildings computer systems important papers Insurance can cover some costs, but the impact of long term loss of trade whilst a business is unable to run can be difficult to prevent. For informati...

Householder Development SPD

  The Householder Development SPD (PDF File, 4,470kb) was adopted by the Council in November 2014 and sets out the Council's policy and design guidance for householder development. The supporting documents are available to view below: Householder ...

Email newsletters

Email updates for residents Stay in the loop with what's happening in your community.   Want to hear about council updates, local events, services changes, what's on and more - all in one place?   Sign up to our free resident e-newsletters a...

Sports grants - Grants and awards

Our sports funding supports individuals and clubs, helping them to achieve their aims and aspirations in sport.  Sports grants available from Active4Today, for more information click here Active Notts is the County Sports Partnership for Nottingha...

Helping you to choose appropriate accommodation - Older people's housing needs

If staying in your home is no longer the best option, we can support your move to a new home, providing help with: deciding what type of accommodation will suit you best filling in forms arranging medical assessments accompanying you to view propert...

Baby Loss Awareness Week

Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity for bereaved parents and their families and friends to unite with others across the world. It’s a chance to remember and commemorate lost babies’ lives. The campaign also aims to raise awareness about pr...

Smokefree enforcement - Smoking enforcement

We want to create a supportive environment where people are encouraged to comply with the smokefree laws. Our approach to enforcement is non-confrontational, focused on raising awareness and understanding. There are clear penalties including fines fo...

Housing Strategy - Neighbourhood and housing strategy

In line with our core strategies and Community Plan, we have created a Housing Strategy and Delivery Plan 2023 - 2028 (PDF File, 1,390kb) for the period 2023-2028. The new strategy is developed to include action plans that cover national, regional an...

Equality in employment - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029

The Council remains committed to fostering a diverse workforce and providing equal opportunities in employment, recruitment, selection, training, and development. Our goal is to maintain a workplace free from discrimination, victimisation, and harass...

What's On - Boughton Community Hub

Do you need some help, looking to try at new skill or just want to have a natter with other residents - there are lots of community activities, training, advice and support sessions available at the Hub. Coffee Club Coffee Club at the Boughton Commu...

Capital reports and major projects

Expenditure that results in the purchase, construction or improvement of fixed assets is called capital expenditure. For this type of expenditure, the council is allowed to spread the cost over several years to reflect that the asset will continue t...

Who we are - Revenues and Benefits Privacy Notice

The Revenue and Benefits service maintains the Council Tax and Business Rate accounts, applying any discounts and reliefs, along with recovering any unpaid debts to the Council. We also administer any claims for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Suppor...

Domestic Abuse Policy - What is Domestic Abuse?

Our Domestic Abuse Policy sets out our commitment to dealing with domestic abuse, supporting survivors and holding perpetrators of domestic abuse to account.  It sets out our core aims, values and principles and outlines how we will ensure survivors...

What is Domestic Abuse?

We believe that no person should live in fear of violence or abuse. Domestic abuse is not just about physical violence; it can also be about someone you know trying to control your life. Living with domestic abuse can have a long-lasting impact on ph...

Conservation areas

Conservation areas are created where a local planning authority identifies an area of special architectural or historic interest, deserving of careful management to protect its character. The first conservation areas were designated in 1967 and there...

Winter Wishes

During winter families and friends from across the district joined in with the festive celebrations and spent valuable time with their loved ones. For some however, the winter months can feel lonely and to support those who need it most this winter, ...

How we prepare for emergencies - Emergencies

To prepare for possible emergencies within the District we: assess local risks in order to identify what we need to plan for write and review emergency plans train and exercise with other key local organisations such as Nottinghamshire Police to enh...

Will I have to pay? - Freedom of Information (FOI)

If you’re requesting information under the Council’s publication scheme, the scheme will tell you whether (and how much) we charge for that information. We want to make as much information available free of charge as possible. However, some publ...

Reporting fraudulent claims - Council insurance claims

Fraudulent claims against the Council can cost our residents thousands of pounds as taxpayers. Whilst we know that there are genuine claims made by people, we also know that a number of claims may be false. To report somebody making a fraudulent insu...

Other useful contacts - Useful contacts

Organisation Advice available Contact details Nottinghamshire County Council  Find out about welfare benefits you may be entitled to such as carer’s allowance, child benefits, bursaries, pensions and more. Visit the Nottinghamshir...

Healthy Start scheme

The Healthy Start scheme offers prepaid food cards to women who are more than ten weeks pregnant or those with children under four. If you are eligible, you'll be sent a Healthy Start card that you can use in some UK shops. Your benefit will be added...

What is personal data? - Privacy Notice

Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (living individual). It includes information such as: personal contact details such as name, address and phone number personal identifiers such as a National I...

Flood Resilience Information Event

Date: Thursday 18 September 2025 Time: 12.30pm – 6.30pm Location: Sconce and Devon Park, Newark Join us for a free community event designed to help residents of Newark and Sherwood better prepare for and respond to flooding. Whether you've experien...

The covenant fund - Armed forces covenant

The covenant fund, made available by the Ministry of Defence, supports projects which improve ties between the armed forces and the wider community. Grant decisions are made by a national panel based on the recommendations of regional panels. Applica...

Motion for the Ocean

At the Newark and Sherwood District Council Full Council meeting on 17 October 2023, Councillors from all parties unanimously voted to support a Motion for the Ocean and declared an urgent need for ocean recovery. In doing so, the Council became the ...

Get your business HOT-rated - Healthier Options Takeaway (HOT)

You can apply for a HOT Merit award if you’re a takeaway business that has a  of 3 or above. The merit will last for 2 years, or before if the takeaway has a change of owner or cuisine. We have the right to remove the merit if the food hygiene rat...

New Register of Electors - Elections latest news

Annual registration forms will be delivered to every household in the District from Monday 11 August 2025, to make sure we know who is eligible to register to vote. A new Register of Electors will be published from 1 December 2025 and will be used at...

Heritage asset recording - Heritage assets and planning

We might request that you undertake heritage asset analysis and recording during our pre-application discussions. Often this is done to better understand the significance of the asset, including its condition and structural complexity. Recording is a...

Biodiversity Net Gain - Biodiversity and landscape

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a significant change in the planning system. Submitting a planning application for most forms of development will require the consideration of biodiversity in a new way. The Government have created a step by step guide ...

Our armed forces covenant - Armed forces covenant

The covenant is a voluntary agreement encouraging local communities to develop a relationship with the armed forces community in our area. This includes serving members of the armed forces, their families and veterans. The aims of the covenant are to...

Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Update

This Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) update was produced in 2016 to support the Council’s process. This review provides an update to the Level 1 SFRA; it does not replace it. This update draws on new data to provide a full evidence base reg...

Shopfronts and Advertisements Design Guide SPD

The Shopfronts and Advertisements Design Guide SPD (PDF File, 2,279kb) was adopted by the Council in November 2014 and sets out the Council's policy requirements in relation to the design of shopfronts and advertisements. The following supporting d...

Planting for the future - Trees and nature conservation

We’re currently undertaking an ambitious tree planting programme - and we need your help. By increasing the number of trees in the district we are making our communities more attractive, greener and healthier places to live and work. Trees are vita...

Arts development

Newark and Sherwood has many creative groups and organisations and a variety of arts venues. Our arts development officer supports local individuals and groups in developing sustainable and high quality arts activities and initiatives. With our part...

Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EEDI)

The Council is committed to ensuring that all employees, councillors and everyone who lives in, works in, or visits our District feel welcomed, respected, and supported. We are committed to: raising awareness and championing equality and diversity e...

Community Involvement - Neighbourhood studies

Although the Council is leading the process, the neighbourhood studies are very much community documents. There is a responsibility for all stakeholders (including the residents themselves) to recognise their role in meeting the required options and ...

Licensing Act 2003

In England and Wales, the Licensing Act 2003 is the legislation used to license premises in their sale of alcohol. It is the basis of alcohol laws and sets out the rules any business selling alcohol must follow. It also regulates certain forms of en...

Who we may share your information with - Customer Services Privacy Notice

Your personal information may be shared between business units within Newark and Sherwood District Council and partner agencies so that they can carry out their statutory roles and support the delivery of Council services. Examples include taking you...

COP30: United Nations Climate Change Conference - Understanding climate change

The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) will take place from 10 to 21 November 2025 in Belem, Brazil. COP30 brings together representatives from governments, international organisations, civil society and the private sector to advan...