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Internal audit and inspections
The internal audit service to the Council is currently provided under contract by Assurance Lincolnshire. It is a statutory requirement that local authorities have an adequate internal audit function, in accordance with the Local Government Act 197...
I want to make a change to my property. Do I have to tell you? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
If you want to make any change such as putting up a shed, a porch, a satellite dish or make changes such as replacing your kitchen or bathroom you need to get permission from us first. More information on the types of requests that require permission...
Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Parish Council
The Parish consists of three villages, Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton, that sit about nine miles north west of Newark either side of the A616 road to Ollerton in Nottinghamshire....
Information for New Residents
If you are either new to Newark or Sherwood, or moving home within the district, this handy guide will provide you with some information that you might need to know! Firstly, we hope you enjoy your new home, settle in quickly and enjoy all the wonder...
Oxton Parish Council
A parish council is the first tier of local government and closest to the community it serves. There are seven councillor posts on Oxton Parish Council, all of whom have voting rights. The Council employ a parish clerk to administer the parish counci...
Car parks in Newark - Car park locations
Castle House car park 2 - NG24 1BY Car parking spaces: 21 Disabled parking spaces: 5 Charging hours: 8am to 6pm, seven days a week 1 x Ultra-charging point for electric cars No height restriction but vehicles must be able to park within a parking ba...
Healthier Options Takeaway (HOT)
Ordering a takeaway may no longer have to be such a guilty pleasure with the launch of the Healthier Options Takeaway (HOT). Keep an eye out for HOT-rated local food businesses when you order a takeaway to find healthier food options. The scheme isn'...
What’s not included? - Publication scheme
The publication scheme will not generally include information: where the disclosure is prevented by law, or exempt under the Freedom of Information Act, or is otherwise properly considered to be protected from disclosure in draft form that is no lon...
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...
Pay by telephone - Ways to pay your Council Tax
You can pay over the phone using a credit or debit card. Call 01636 650 000 and follow the prompts to make a payment. You’ll need to enter your billing/reference number. Make sure you have: your debit / credit card number your Council Tax accoun...
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....
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 ...
Irena Sendler Young Person Award
Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Council have launched the Irena Sendler Young Person Award. The award scheme is open to all Newark and Sherwood schools and welcomes nominations for young people who have supported, assisted and he...
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...
Counting of the votes - 3 July 2025 County Council by-election
Firstly, the ballot boxes were verified to ensure that the number of ballot papers in each box is the number that has been issued. Postal ballot papers that are to be included in the count will also be verified. Once all votes are verified, the ballo...
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...
How to complain - Communications and Marketing 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: Informat...
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...
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....
Councillors - Laxton and Moorhouse Parish Council
Councillor Simon Hill (Chairman) Councillor Jem Hill (Vice Chairman) Councillor Stuart Rose Councillor Rebecca Creighton Councillor Anna Moorhouse Councillor Mark Hennell All Councillors must declare any private interests that may cause conflict wh...
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...
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: I...
Meetings - Laxton and Moorhouse Parish Council
Meetings are held every two months on the fourth Tuesday in the month. Meetings start at 7:00pm and usually take place in Laxton Visitor Centre except in July when the council traditionally meets in Moorhouse Church. The meetings for 2025 are: Tuesda...
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...
How will it affect me/what do I need to do? - The digital phone switchover
The good news is – your landline isn’t going anywhere and for most consumers and businesses, this change will be straight forward. In fact, many customers are already making the switch when they upgrade to full fibre broadband. Your telecoms prov...
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)...
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...
Posts - Laxton and Moorhouse Parish Council
Chair – Mr Simon Hill Vice chair – Mr Jem Hill Accounts scrutineer –Ms A Moorhouse Defibrillator inspection councillor - Mr M Hennell ...
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...
Tackling Domestic Abuse Newsroom - Further information
Further information about the District Council’s work on tackling domestic abuse is available in our newsroom and by clicking on the relevant links below. Articles are shown in reverse chronological order, from newest to oldest. April 2025 District...
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 2025 Newark and Sherwood air quality annual report (PDF File, 1,158kb) Each year the report updates the information since the la...