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Occasional use notice - Gambling licences
An occasional use notice (OCN) allows betting to take place on a track for eight days or less in a calendar year, where no premises licence has been issued. This process is different to the temporary use notice (TUN). A 'track' does not necessarily...
Tell us what you think - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
Your feedback and thoughts on the development are crucial to its success. You can have your say by emailing regeneration@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk with your thoughts. December 2023 consultation In December 2023 we consulted with the public, alo...
Disposing of non-infectious waste - Medical waste
Health care waste which is not infectious should be wrapped in a plastic bag and placed in your green household waste bin. If you have a problem storing this additional waste or wish to arrange a collection, please ....
Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations
The Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2015 allow individuals and organisations to apply to re-use information that we hold. Re-use means using the information for a purpose other than the purpose for which it was originally collected. ...
Conversion of Traditional Rural Buildings SPD
The Council adopted the Conversion of Traditional Rural Buildings SPD in November 2014. The document sets out what is required from applicants when applying for permission to change their use, and the issues that will be taken into account when co...
Ice and snow on pavements - Winter safety
Icy pavements and roads can be very slippery. Take extra care if you go out and wear boots or shoes with good grip on the soles. The Met Office advises putting grit or cat litter on paths and driveways to lessen the risk of slipping. It adds that you...
Ongoing consultation - Leaseholder services
Leaseholders are welcome to join all our involvement groups, but we understand that not everyone has the time to attend meetings or become involved. That's why we've also created a register of leaseholders who would like to be kept informed of the la...
National planning policy - Evidence Base Library
ND10 National Planning Policy Framework (PDF File, 869kb) ND11 Planning Policy for Traveller Sites (PDF File, 130kb)...
Handy Person Adaptation Service (HPAS) - Older people's housing needs
The handy person adaptation service (HPAS) provides help with essential minor adaptations and small practical jobs, helping you to live more safely and independently at home. The service is available to people living in Newark and Sherwood who are ei...
Exempt waste operations
Under the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010, most activities concerned with managing or treating waste must have a permit. There are some exceptions, which do not require an environmental permit, but do need to be registered. They are sub...
What happens next? - Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations
To comply with the regulations we have a duty to: respond to requests within 20 working days offer appropriate advice and guidance grant licences for re-use of information where applicable charge a fee to cover the costs of producing and supplying ...
What has happened so far... - Motion for the Ocean
On 1 January 2024, Cllr Paul Peacock, Leader of the Council, and Cllr Emma Oldham, Portfolio Holder for Biodiversity & Environmental Services, wrote to Central Government declaring urgent need for ocean recovery and calling on the government to take...
Business rates - Freedom of Information (FOI)
The Council receive a number of FOI requests relating to business rate accounts. To avoid the need to make a specific request the Council publish a quarterly report that shows live NNDR accounts with Discretionary Reliefs, Exemptions, Mandatory Reli...
What should I do if the CO alarm starts making a sound? - Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Don’t switch on/off the lights, smoke or strike a match If possible, turn off all fuel-burning appliances such as boilers, cookers and fires Leave your house Call the emergency helpline: If you believe your carbon monoxide emergency was caused by...
Travelling information - What you should do during a flood
During any floods, roads can be significantly disrupted across Newark and Sherwood. You can check for road closures on the following websites: A road closures via National Highways Nottinghamshire road closures via Nottinghamshire County Council ...
Great British Insulation Scheme - Energy advice
You may be able to get free or cheaper insulation to reduce your home’s energy bills through the government's Great British Insulation Scheme. You might get support if your home: has an energy performance certificate (EPC) of D to G - check your ...
Meetings - Coddington Parish Council
Coddington Parish Council meet on the first Thursday of the month in the Coddington community centre at 7:30pm unless otherwise stated. There is no meeting in August or December....
Our plans - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
The Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration project proposes to connect Forest Road, Rufford Avenue and Sherwood Drive, through the demolition of The Forest Centre and the former Lloyds Bank, to create: a new pedestrianised area that connects Forest Road ...
LDF Monitoring
The progress of the Local Development Framework (LDF) and the effectiveness of the policies within it are monitored, as well as the amount of residential, employment and other development within the district, through the annual monitoring report. Mon...
How much light is a nuisance? - Light pollution
There are no set levels of light above which a nuisance is, or may be caused, it will depend upon, amongst other things: • how often the light happens and for how long • the impact on the local area • the reason why the lighting i...
Pollution
Pollution can have a detrimental effect on the environment, our wildlife and ecosystems and human health. The Council enforces legislation that keeps our air and environment clean. We also issue permits for certain types of activity and take action a...
Competitions
The District Council has various competitions for residents. Here are more details about the rules and conditions of these competitions....
GDPR - Upton Parish Council
How Upton Parish Council handle your data: Data Protection Policy (PDF File, 85kb) Upton Parish Council Privacy Notice (PDF File, 132kb)...
Food poisoning
Food poisoning can happen when you eat out or by poor hygiene practices at home. Find out more about the symptoms of food poisoning and what to do on the NHS website. Most people with food poisoning recover at home and don't need any specific treatm...
Elections latest news
Follow this page for the latest news and updates on upcoming elections....
Further information - Winthorpe with Langford Neighbourhood Plan
Winthorpe and Langford Neighbourhood Area - Confirmation (PDF File, 411kb) Winthorpe and Langford Parish Map (PDF File, 1,787kb)...
Managing your money - Manage my Council tenancy
The easiest and safest way to pay your rent is by direct debit. To set up a direct debit, or call 0800 561 0010. For advice on managing your money and help with debt issues, visit our page. For help with housing benefit call 01636 650000 or visit...
Failed applications - Caravan site licence
If you’re refused a licence or changes to a licence, or we change the conditions of your licence, we would advise you to initially to try to resolve the problem. You can also appeal to the magistrates' court within 28 days of the written notificat...
Proposed timetable for change - Allocation scheme review consultation
We are inviting comments on the proposed new Allocation Scheme by 1 November 2024. Following consultation, we will consider all the comments we receive and may make changes to the draft Allocation Scheme as a result of those comments....
I have more questions about this service - Kerbside glass recycling service
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I have more questions about this service - Kerbside glass recycling service
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Validation checklists
It is very important that you submit all the necessary documentation, information and fees (where applicable) with your planning application. Doing so means we can validate and register your application as efficiently as possible. Further informatio...
Repairs you're responsible for - Repairs and maintenance
There are some property maintenance jobs that you as the tenant are responsible for. Any repairs you complete, or ask someone else to complete on your behalf, must be carried out to a good standard. Certified engineers must be used for some repairs,...
4 July 2024 Parliamentary Election
The Parliamentary election will be held on Thursday 4 July 2024. Polling stations will be open from 7am until 10pm. Poll cards will be sent to registered voters who are eligible to vote in this election. A polling card is only for information, and yo...
Making a planning application
As the local planning authority, we’re responsible for all aspects of the planning application process. For further information and guidance to assist you with your submission visit our submitting an application page. You may also find our do ...
Discounts and exemptions
Did you know that you might be entitled to a reduction on your Council Tax bill, depending on your circumstances? A full Council Tax bill assumes that there are at least two people over 18 living in a property. Read the comprehensive guide to Council...
Issues Paper Consultation (Oct 15 to Nov 15) - Previous stages of plan review
The Issues Paper was the first consultation stage of the Plan Review. The paper set out the scope of our review, the issues we had identified as important and potential approaches to addressing them. You can view the paper, its statement of consulta...
Water pollution
Water pollution can seriously damage the viability of ecosystems. The UK has standards that: protect water resources in terms of public health and nutrition allow a greater number of species to prosper in rivers and other waters The Environment A...
Your rights - Elections privacy notice
There are a number of rights that you may exercise depending on the legal basis for processing your personal data. In most cases, these rights are not absolute and there may be compelling or overriding legal reasons why the ERO cannot meet these righ...
Information for Council tenants
Find information on how to stay safe in your Council home, our responsibilities to protect our tenants, our performance, progress on the Yorke Drive focus and our Tenant Annual Report....
Key documents - Allocations and development management DPD
In adopting the Amended Core Strategy the following documents have been placed on deposit at , local libraries in the district and on this webpage: Adopted Allocations and Development Management DPD (PDF File, 10,347kb) Adoption Statement (PDF File...
Which organisations form the SAG? - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
Our Safety Advisory Group (SAG) is comprised of various partner agencies offering specialist advice on issues related to public safety. This includes: Nottinghamshire County Council highways Nottinghamshire County Council emergency planning Notti...
Two free trees for residents - Trees and nature conservation
Applications for free trees have now closed for 2024/25. If you applied, you will be able to collect your trees from three locations across the district on the following days: Friday 17 January 2025 Sconce and Devon Park – 3pm until 6pm Saturda...
National fraud initiative - Licensing
The matches electronic data within and between public and private sector bodies to prevent and detect fraud....
More information - Your Council Tax 2023
If you have a query regarding the detail provided, any aspect of your bill or would like to receive a hard copy of the details provided here, . You can also contact the different services funded by your council tax using the details below. Nottingham...
Making of the Allocations & DM DPD
This page details the stages in the production of the leading up to its adoption in 2013. The statement of consultation and representation (PDF File, 3,143kb) outlines the main issues and outcomes from the various stages of the plans preparatio...
Parking in our country parks - Car park locations
We have parking spaces available at Sconce and Devon Park in Newark and at Vicar Water Country Park in Clipstone. The parks have a voluntary pay and display scheme. If you drive to the park you can, if you wish to, make a parking donation of £1 ...
Conditions of the animal activity licence - Animal activity licence
There are strict conditions applied nationally for all businesses providing these animal-related services. These are to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the animals. The licence conditions for each animal activity can be found below: Providi...
Employment and the economy
Our area has been recognised nationally as a hotspot for growth. It’s already home to more than 8,000 businesses and has a growing reputation as a centre for logistics, data management and environmental industries. Read a detailed economic profile ...
Planning - Caunton Parish Council
Search current planning applications....