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How the law allows us to use your personal information - Privacy Notice
The Council will only ever process personal data for specified purposes and if it is justified in accordance with data protection law. With Your consent: When you have freely and explicitly provided your consent to this processing, we will proces...
Flood zones - Parish flood maps
The Environment Agency has classified geographical areas into one of three zones, depending on how likely a flood is: Zone 1 Lowest probability of flooding from rivers and the sea, where the chance of flooding in any one year is less than 0.1% (a 100...
Accident investigation - Accident reporting
The investigation of work-related accidents is an essential part of managing health and safety. Most accidents are preventable, and by identifying the circumstances around each incident, you can implement suitable control measures to prevent a recurr...
Local heritage assets and planning permission - Local heritage assets
In cases where planning permission is required for the redevelopment of a site, the loss of a non-designated heritage asset forms part of the decision-making process. In accordance with paragraph 197 of the National Planning Policy Framework, a judge...
Parking revenues and controlled spaces - Transparency
Details of revenue collected from on-street and off-street parking charges and from parking enforcement notices can be found in Section 14 of our . Details of and controlled parking spaces data 2023-24 (CSV File, 1kb)....
Landlord accreditation scheme - Advice for private landlords
If you’re a landlord who is serious about setting, achieving and minting high standards then consider seeking accreditation for your activities. Take a look at the DASH landlord accreditation scheme as a marker of quality service....
Age UK Connect - Older people's housing needs
Connect is a community-based short-term support service with a focus on empowering people. They offer free information, advice, signposting and practical support around: physical and mental health care needs housing finances building friendships ber...
Repairs we’re responsible for - Repairs and maintenance
As the landlord, for Council homes we’re responsible for: drains, gutters and outside pipes the roof outside doors (including door handles, locks and hinges), window sills, window catches, glazing putties, window frames, and glass (including any n...
Further information - Community Sustainability
Centre for Alternative Technology offer a free information service providing free, independent, and impartial advice on a wide array of topic relating to sustainability and sustainable living: renewable energy, green building and renovation, water an...
Tenant Satisfaction Measure Report - Housing service performance
The Tenant Satisfaction Measures came into force from 1st April 2023, reportable from 1st April 2024. The Transparency, Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard set by the Regulator of Social Housing requires all registered providers of socia...
Other planning policy information
Building homes and workplaces means there’s more need for infrastructure like schools and transport links. We’ve created a comprehensive plan for creating infrastructure to support growth through the introduction of a on new builds in the distri...
Examination - Making of the amended core strategy
Inspector Mr Paul Griffiths BSC (Hons) BArch IHBC, from the Planning Inspectorate, was formally appointed as the Inspector for the examination of the amended core strategy DPD. His role was to determine whether the amended core strategy was sound and...
Register for paperless billing and see your account details online - Ways to pay your Council Tax
View your Council Tax details including charges, reductions and payments with our secure access open portal Council Tax system. There’s also an option to receive electronic bills. The benefits of open-portal are: you receive your bill as soon as i...
Making a request for information
You’re entitled to request information the Council keeps, under the: Freedom of Information Act Data Protection Act 2018 UK General Data Protection Regulations (UK GDPR) Environmental Information Regulations Making a request for information from ...
Latest on national restrictions - Advice for businesses
Face coverings and Covid passes are no longer legally required in England, after the relaxation of Plan B rules came into effect on 27 January. Some shops have said they will continue to ask people to wear face masks and rail operators also said pass...
Discussions prior to submitting a TEN - Temporary events notice
If you’re planning to hold a major event, it’s best to contact us at an early stage before a formal notice is made. This will enable the police to consider and discuss your operating schedule and avoid potential objections and hold ups. You may...
Licensing decisions - Licensing Act 2003
The Council has created a licensing policy (PDF File, 1,601kb) setting out our approach to dealing with applications for personal and premises licences. When the licensing committee or sub-committee consider applications, they must take into account...
Farndon - Street Warden Housing Surgery
Farndon - Trent House Community Centre (PDF File, 291kb)...
Individual Electoral Registration - Registering to vote
In 2014, the way in which you register to vote changed. The government introduced Individual Electoral Registration (IER) across the country. Under IER, everyone in the household who is eligible to vote is responsible for registering themselves. The ...
Contacting the police - Anti social behaviour
Some people are afraid to speak to the police, because they fear being identified and targeted. Our ASB team will treat your information in confidence, but you should be aware that it may be necessary for us to share the information you provide us wi...
Allocations and Development Management DPD – Issues Paper (July 19 to Aug 19) - Previous stages of plan review
Following the adoption of the Amended Core Strategy the remaining elements of the Plan Review (made up of the policies in the Allocations and Development Management DPD) were progressed along with a new strategy and allocations to meet the future hou...
Key actions to meet the commitments set out in the policy - RIPA Policy
Detailed guidance and forms are supplied for use by staff seeking authorisation for covert surveillance activities. Senior officers with appropriate training approve all authorisations. Some authorisations also require magistrate court approval – ...
Non-licensed notifiable work - Asbestos
Some minor work is notifiable but can be carried out by those who are trained without a need for a license. Find information on notifiable asbestos work [PDF] from the HSE website. In such cases you must: notify the enforcing authority about the wor...
Why are we collecting your personal data? - Careline Privacy Notice
We collect, process and store personal information about you, other household members, your next of kin and key holders in order to manage, operate and deliver the Careline service to you. This includes: delivering services and support to you managi...
Financial help for low income households - Making your home warmer
If you’re a Newark and Sherwood resident on a low income, we want to help you to heat your home at an affordable cost. We’re here to help you find a better quality of life by living in a warm and comfortable home. We do this by: advising on offe...
Contact - Bathley Parish Council
Clerk: Sally Grogan Telephone: 07887 244077 / 01636 672422 Email: bathleyparishcouncil@outlook.com...
How to report a non-urgent repair - Repairs and maintenance
Our online repair reporting service is now offline while we work on bringing in an improved housing management system and repair reporting service. If you need to raise a repair, please call 01636 650 000 and select option 4....
Green bin collections - Green bin for general waste
Bins should be put out for collection no sooner than the night before your allocated collection day and you should bring your bin back within the boundary of your property no later than 24 hours after emptying. We will not collect any side waste and ...
Coddington community centre - Community centres
Built in 2006 as an ecofriendly facility, the aim of the centre is to provide a place for local residents to get together for activities or celebrations. Facilities include: main hall perfect for parties and badminton kitchen with serving hatch smal...
Newark Beacon - Room hire
Newark Beacon (NG24 2TN) is located at the edge of Newark and is easily accessible from the A1, A46 and Newark Northgate train station. Parking and cycle racks are available outside of the building. The site has three meeting sizes varying in size a...
After court action - Recovery and arrears advice
Once an account has been to court there are four courses of action that we may take, depending on what we believe is the best way to secure payment. Make an arrangement You can make an arrangement to clear your arrears by making regular weekly, fort...
Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant - Advice for businesses
On 21 December 2021, the government announced the introduction of grant support for hospitality and leisure businesses in England. The scheme provides support to hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses, in recognition that the rise of the O...
Trade Union facility time - central function employees - Transparency
FOR PERIOD 1 APRIL 2023 TO 31 MARCH 2024 The Council recognises the following Trade Unions: GMB who has 1 representative. UNISON who has 2 representatives. UNITE who has 2 representatives. The 5 representatives shown above represent 5 full time equiv...
Contents insurance - Manage my Council tenancy
We do not automatically insure the contents of your home if you are a resident with us. It is your responsibility as a tenant to insure the contents of your home should they be damaged by fire, theft, vandalism or water damage such as burst pipes. We...
Find us on social media - Newark Castle and Gardens
You can find us on Facebook, X (formally Twitter) or Instagram....
Notification of the Tour of Britain to residents and businesses - Tour of Britain
We have written to residents and businesses who we think may be impacted by the route of the Tour of Britain. You can download copies of the letters here: Notification to businesses, Newark [132kb] Notification to businesses, Southwell [149kb] Notifi...
SHELAA Methodology Consultation - Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability
The Council has published a draft Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability Assessment Methodology for consultation and are inviting representations to be made on this document from 7th April 2025 to 19th May 2025. The draft Methodology refl...
Photo ID needed to vote at a polling station - Voter ID
The UK Government introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station at some elections. This new requirement applied for the first time in England at the local elections that were held on Thursday 4 May 2023. Which ...
How we use the information - Customer Services Privacy Notice
We use the information that you have given to the Council to: provide you with access to our services and information carry out transactions signpost you to relevant agencies if we are unable to assist you directly investigate your enquiry, and cont...
Action on unsafe water supplies - Private water supplies
If we consider that a private water supply is unwholesome, the regulations state that we must: investigate the cause give the user(s) advice to allow them to minimise the potential of danger liaise with the Health Protection Agency to seek advice on...
Tenant responsibilities - Applying to rent a Council home
Once you become a tenant with us, you’ll have certain rights and responsibilities which are laid out in your tenant agreement. This is a legal document. ...
Industrial emissions
Some industrial activities which emit substances into the environment could be harmful to wildlife, ecosystems or human health unless they’re controlled. Industrial emissions are regulated and controlled under the Environmental Permitting Regula...
Background information - Southwell Leisure Centre
Statements issued in relation to Southwell Leisure Centre Newark and Sherwood District Council has released a number of statements in relation to Southwell Leisure Centre. These can be accessed via the links below and provide background information...
Environmental Information Regulations
The Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIRs) give you a general right of access to all the environmental information held by the Council, providing no exceptions apply....
Data protection
The Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR protects information held about you by organisations including the Council. We process all of the personal information you provide in accordance with this regulation. For further details please see our . You can...
How do I apply for self-build exemption? - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
Find out more details of the specific requirements to qualify for self-build exemption and the procedures to follow to claim it on the Planning Portal website. Apply before you start work by submitting a self-build exemption claim form (Part 1), to...
Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) - Protecting trees and hedgerows
A TPO is an Order made by the local planning authority in order to protect specific trees, groups of trees or woodlands. TPO trees are usually mature, of good form and, most importantly, can be clearly seen from a public area. However, other factor...
Creating a plan - Business continuity
The Nottinghamshire Police website gives guidance on preparing a business continuity plan and the risks that we all face locally and nationally. The Federation of Small Businesses and Association of British Insurers also have general advice on busi...
Friends of Sconce and Devon Park - Community litter picks
The Friends of Sconce and Devon Park is a group of volunteers who help with the management and maintenance of the park. The Friends meet every other month and new members are always welcome. The group gets together for regular litter picks and help...
How long does a club premises certificate last? - Club premises certificate
A club premises certificate has no time limit and will continue to have effect unless: it is withdrawn by the licensing authority following an application for the review of the certificate the club ceases to be a qualifying club it lapses on surrend...