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Appeals - Appeal a benefit decision
If you do not agree with a decision we have made about your entitlement to benefits, or think it is wrong, you should contact us and ask for an explanation of the decision we have made. You can also appeal and have your claim considered by an indepen...
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...
Long distance walks - Walking in Newark and Sherwood
Fancy a challenge? There are a number of long distance walks running through the district which you can walk in stages. The Robin Hood Way (107 miles) features areas of Nottinghamshire associated with the legendary figure of Robin Hood and his exploi...
Charitable collections
If you collect money or goods for a charity in Newark and Sherwood you probably need a licence. Licences apply to house to house collections as well as street collections....
Allocation scheme review consultation
The consultation period has now ended. The updated Housing Allocation Scheme will be shared out soon following feedback from tenants. In 2004 we introduced the use of a Choice Based Lettings scheme for the purpose of allocations. The current Alloca...
Meetings - South Muskham and Little Carlton Parish Council
The Council is scheduled to meet on the third Wednesday of each of the following months: January March May (Annual meeting) July September November ...
Freedom of Information (FOI)
The Freedom of Information (FOI) Act gives you the right to access information held by us. It exists to promote a culture of openness and accountability, helping you to better understand how we carry out our duties, why we make the decisions we do an...
Support from local groups - Humanitarian Assistance Response Team
If you are isolated and unable to get the support you need from a friend or relative, there are a huge number of community groups and volunteers listed on the Nottinghamshire Coronavirus Community Support Hub who can help with: food deliveries col...
Flooding concerns - Drainage
If you are concerned about flooding, what you can do to prevent flooding or help available, our may be able to answer your query....
Code of Conduct - Councillor allowances
All councillors abide by a , part of which requires them to declare any financial interests, gifts or hospitality that could influence any decisions they make. Councillors must enter on a public register all their financial and other outside intere...
Integrated impact assessments - Amended core strategy examination library
IIA/01 Post consultation IIA - Preferred Approach Strategy (2017) (PDF File, 3,423kb)IIA/02 Draft IIA - Publication Amended Core Strategy (2017) (PDF File, 3,785kb)IIA/03 Post consultation IIA - Preferred Approach Strategy (2017) (PDF File, 3,423kb)I...
Discretionary Housing Payment
You may be able to claim a discretionary housing payment (DHP) if you receive housing benefit but are having difficulty paying the rest of your rent. You can also claim a DHP if you’re receiving universal credit that includes the housing element. A...
What are cookies? - Elections privacy notice
The Council website puts small files (known as ‘cookies’) onto your computer to collect information about how you browse the site. Cookies are used to: • measure how you use the website so it can be updated and improved base...
Councillors - South Muskham and Little Carlton Parish Council
Cllr David Catanach (Chairman) Cllr Ron Gill Cllr Paul Jarvis Cllr Kelly Brown Cllr Catherine Briggs-Price Cllr Geoff Shearing (Vice-Chairman) Cllr Emma Tilbury All councillors must declare any private interests that may cause conflict when makin...
Equality information
We want the services we provide to be fair and free from discrimination. We do this through a better understanding of the people we serve. We gain insight into our community by listening to what you tell us. We also use a range of information and dat...
Consultation on tenant satisfaction measures
Newark and Sherwood District Council tenants were encouraged to take part in a national survey from the Regulator of Social Housing which was seeking views on its proposals for tenant satisfaction measures. These measures are part of changes to consu...
Timescales - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
Due to the ongoing delays with the receipt of government funds, the project timelines have been delayed. These will be updated when further guidance from government has been released. Our original timeline for the project was: July 2024 – public co...
Personal licence
You need a personal licence if you’re responsible for supervising the selling and supply of alcohol. A personal licence is separate from a premises licence, which authorises a premises to be used for the supply of alcohol and other licensable act...
Questions by the public to Full Council
Members of the public can ask questions at Full Council committee meetings. The process for this is outlined in the . Members of the public can use our online form to submit questions. You can Contact us if you have any queries or are unsure of the...
Planting for the future - Trees and nature conservation
We’re currently undertaking an ambitious tree planting programme - and we need your help. In July 2019, we joined other local authorities across the country in declaring a climate emergency and in doing so, we’ve pledged to work towards developin...
Flooding - Business continuity
Flooding can also wipe out stock, computer systems, papers and vehicles. This can mean long-term repairs with buildings out of use for weeks or even months. Visit the Environment Agency website for advice on ways to protect or reduce the risk to yo...
Confirmation of change - Street naming and numbering
We recommend that the letter you receive from us confirming the change to your address is retained with the deeds to your property for future reference....
Do I need planning permission?
If you’re planning to develop your home or commercial premises, or to build within the district, then you may need planning permission. However, permitted development rights apply to many common projects. For an informal view, complete one of our s...
Supplier failure - Business continuity
Does your business rely on a small number of suppliers? What would happen if they went out of business overnight? Having robust contracts as well as backups and alternative plans, could prevent your business from being dragged down by another. The...
Vaccinations
To find out which groups are now eligible for booster vaccinations, please visit the Notts CCG website. You can book your first or second dose vaccine or your booster jab on the NHS website or by calling 119. NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire CCG...
Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
If you rent out a property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO), you may require a licence from us. A HMO is a house which is occupied by people who do not form a single household, and who may share one or more of the home’s facilities. Examples...
Food alerts - Food safety regulations
This is the Food Standards Agency's way of letting consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food and, in some cases, provide details of specific action to be taken. They are often issued in conjunction with a product withdr...
Proclamation of the Accession of King Charles III
Councillor Sue Saddington, Chairman of Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “I was honoured to deliver the Newark and Sherwood Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty King Charles III at Castle House this afternoon (Sunday 11 September)...
How to complain - Public Protection Privacy Notice
If you have any concerns about our use of your personal information, you can make a complaint to us at privacy@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk You can also complain to the ICO if you are unhappy with how we have used your data. The ICO’s address:...
Member code of conduct
The Council's Code of Conduct reflects the seven 'Nolan Principles' for holders of public office. These arrangements detail the procedures for dealing with complaints, including complaints in relation to town and parish councillors. You can make a c...
Contaminated land
The UK has a lot of land that’s contaminated with materials from previous use. This can result in soil and groundwater pollution and potentially cause harm to human health, watercourses and ecosystems. Examples of industrial processes that may have...
Failure to provide information about your circumstances - CIL enforcement
Failure to provide further relevant information as requested by the Council can result in a charge of 20 per cent of the chargeable amount, or £1000 (whichever is the least). Failure to tell us about a change in circumstance which means you are no l...
Can the council refuse to deal with my FoI request? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
Most requests for information will be responded to in full, however, we do have the right to refuse any vexatious or repeated requests. This might include repeated requests from the same person or group for the same information, or requests which are...
Lasers and intense pulse light treatment regulations - Beauty treatments
As of the 1 October 2010 providers in England of Class 3B and 4 Lasers and intense pulse light treatments for non-surgical procedures such as hair removal and tattoo removal no longer have to be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Thes...
The Community Art Gallery @ 32 - Competitions
This competition has now closed to new entries, we will be in touch with the winners soon. By entering this Promotion entrants confirm that they have read and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. The Promoter of this competition is Newar...
Our pre application service
Prior to submitting an enquiry or planning application, you may find our page useful. This includes a number of self-assessment forms for general householder development (e.g.: extension, outbuildings, boundary treatments etc). Pre-application ad...
Education - Support for older people
Adult and community learning (Inspire Culture) Newark and District University of the Third Age (U3A) University of the Third Age (U3A) Lincoln, Newark and Gainsborough College University of Lincoln Vision West Notts Nottingham Trent Universit...
Disregarded adults - Discounts and exemptions
It is also possible to qualify for a discount where there are two or more adult residents if one or more of the adults is termed as exempt from paying council tax bills. Disregarded adults include: full time students student nurses apprentices and y...
Air quality in Newark and Sherwood - Air pollution
We review and assess local air quality on an annual basis and submit a report of our findings to the government. Read the 2024 Newark and Sherwood air quality annual report (PDF File, 1,285kb) Each year the report updates the information since the la...
Collingham Neighbourhood Plan - Neighbourhood plans under preparation
The parish of Collingham was designated as a neighbourhood area on 12 October 2020. The community are now able to proceed with developing a neighbourhood plan. More information can be found on our page. ...
Online payments - Apply for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support
Our online payments service is provided by Pay360. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Go to our payments page to make a payment....
Garden bonfires
Bonfires may be fun, but they are not usually the most environmentally friendly way of getting rid of rubbish. Bonfires cause air pollution. Burning garden waste produces smoke, especially if it is damp and smouldering rather than dry and blazing. Th...
Covert Surveillance Authorisations - RIPA Policy
4. The use of any method of covert surveillance to pursue a particular line of enquiry must be properly authorised by one of the Council’s named Authorising Officers....
Update on Chestnut Lodge
Following the Planning Committee held on 10 August 2023, there has been a lot of local interest in the decision made on Chestnut Lodge, Barnby Road. We have been asked by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) to pause th...
How do I report anti-social behaviour? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
To report anti-social behaviour from someone that lives in a Council property, or that is affecting you as a Council tenant, you can contact us by emailing housing@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk or calling 01636 650 000. For more information on anti-soci...
Flooding Guidance - Flooding information hub
To keep up to date with the latest information, please visit our website page. Am I at risk of flooding? What you should do during a flood What to do after a flood FAQs Helpful contact information during a flood If you are experiencing flooding f...
Contact us
Please use the contact details below for all general enquiries, which will be passed on to the relevant service. In the case of an , please call our out of hours service on 01636 650 000....
Table of main changes - Allocation scheme review consultation
Section Action taken Changes Required Eligibility and Qualification Updated Exclusions for being on the register when ineligible. Main body of text relating to eligibility transferred to an appendix so can easily be updated without ...
Radon gas
Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. It comes from the radioactive decay of radium, which in turn comes from the radioactive decay of uranium. It can be harmful to humans in large quantities. Radon in the soil and rocks mixes with air ...
Changes to caravan licensing - Caravan site licence
The Caravan and Control of Development Act 1960 requires us to licence sites that have gained, or are in the process of obtaining, the required planning permission to operate as a recognised caravan, mobile home or park home site. The Mobile Homes ...