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Appointing an emergency proxy - 1 May 2025 County Council Elections
If you have become unable to vote in person since the deadline to apply to appoint a proxy at 5pm on Wednesday 23 April 2025 because of either illness (PDF File, 259kb), due to employment (PDF File, 184kb), or based on photo ID (PDF File, 92kb), you...
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...
Which properties need a licence? - Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
A property is likely to require a licence if all of the following applies: it has shared facilities, such as kitchens, common rooms or bathrooms it is not owned by a housing association or registered social landlord (RSL) After receiving your appli...
Am I allowed pets? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
Please read section 9 of your tenancy agreement titled Animals in your property as the answer depends on your property and circumstances. Our ...
Food safety regulations
Food safety legislation exists to ensure all food business owners operate in a safe and hygienic way. It protects consumers by making it against the law to provide food which is unsafe or harmful to human health. The legislation applies to all food b...
How to get a historic building or site protected through listing - Heritage and tree conservation
Concerned about the future of a historic building? Do you know something that makes a building of national significance? You can apply for a historic building or site to be protected through the listing system on the Historic England website. Histor...
Applications for the Business Growth and Resilience Programme - Business growth and resilience programme
Please note applications for the programme are currently closed. The Business Growth and Resilience Programme was launched in 2021 by Newark and Sherwood District Council to provide local businesses with support and guidance post-pandemic. The progra...
South Muskham and Little Carlton Parish Council
The villages of South Muskham and Little Carlton lie between the Great North Road (now the B6325) and the A616 Ollerton Road in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire. The parish is reported to contain one of the densest areas of known ...
Air Quality and Planning - Air pollution
The Supplementary Planning Guidance for Air Quality (PDF File, 1,526kb) has been prepared in conjunction with the East Midlands Air Quality Network (EMAQN) and has been developed to supplement the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), with the...
Conditions of Hire
If you are in any doubt about the meaning of the following, please contact the Customer Access Service on 0845 2585550. Smoking: Smoking is not permitted in any part of the centre. Supervision: You must be over 18 years old and, during the period of...
Important Safety Statement - Conditions of Hire
The Hirer or Responsible Person shall familiarise themselves and ensure all users are familiar, with the following safety matters: a) Action to be taken in the event of a fire including calling the Fire Brigade and evacuating the Centre.b) The locati...
Removal of permitted development rights - Do I need planning permission?
Be aware that some of your permitted development rights may have been removed as part of a previous planning application decision. This will mean that you have to submit a planning application for work which normally does not need one. We're abl...
Find out more - Pension Credits
If you live in England, Scotland or Wales and you've reached state pension age, you may be eligible to apply for Pension Credit. You can find out more about who is eligible and how to apply on the government website, here. ...
How can we help reduce exposure to fine particulate matter? - Smoke control areas
Operating your domestic wood burner correctly and ensuring that it is regularly maintained, including having the chimney swept at least annually, can make a huge difference to the efficiency of the burner. It will also save you money, improve perform...
Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places - Elections latest news
Newark & Sherwood District Council is currently undertaking a review of polling districts and polling places and is inviting views from the public to see if anything needs changing. The Notice of Review (PDF File, 118kb) and introduction to polling ...
FOI and EIR Disclosure log - Environmental Information Regulations
Our disclosure log is a log of requests for information that we've received and responded to under the FOIA and the EIRs. View the disclosure log....
Frequently Asked Questions - Newark Castle Gatehouse Project
Will I have to pay to get in? Access to the grounds will remain free for everyone. It is proposed that entry to the galleries will be £8 for adults, half price for Newark and Sherwood residents (just £4 for adults) with free entry for children and ...
News - Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Parish Council
Queens Platinum Jubilee Street Party Kneesall - Sunday 5 June 2022 On Sunday 5 June 2022 Kneesall PC, along with other Village Organisations, will be holding a street party to celebrate the Queen’s 70th Jubilee Anniversary. School lane, Kneesall ha...
Economic Growth Conference Agenda
Technology, skills and the future of business in Newark and Sherwood Thursday 10 October 2024, 9:15am to 3pm, The Renaissance at Kelham Hall. 9.15am: Arrivals, registration, and networking 9.45am: Welcome - Councillor Claire Penny, Portfolio Holde...
Parks and gardens conservation
Historic England’s register of historic parks and gardens of special historic interest in England currently identifies over 1,600 sites. The register typically includes gardens, grounds and other planned open spaces, such as town squares which hav...
Making small changes - Healthier Options Takeaway (HOT)
Many takeaways, restaurants, cafés and coffee shops already offer healthier options for their customers and display information about this on their menus. Other food outlets may offer healthier options, without realising or promoting it. By making s...
Council borrowing – frequently asked questions - Council borrowing and investments
What does the Council borrow money for? Most of the Council’s current borrowing relates to the stock of Council houses. New borrowing would be undertaken to invest in assets to provide services to the community....
Disabled facilities grant - Home alterations for independent living
If you’re disabled or infirm, grants are available to adapt your home to help make it safer and more easily accessible, whether you are a home owner or tenant. The disabled facilities grant (DFG) provides financial assistance to disabled people ...
Park facilities - Sconce and Devon Park
large area of public open grass and woodlands, including Devon Pastures Local Nature Reserve Queen’s Sconce, a large civil war earthwork and new bridge children’s play area civil war trail Rumbles cafe football centre with two adult and four min...
FOI and EIR Disclosure log - Freedom of Information (FOI)
Our disclosure log is a log of requests for information that we've received and responded to under the FOIA and the EIRs. View the disclosure log....
Councillors - Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Parish Council
Cllr T S Kirk (Chairman)11 Baulk LaneKneesallNewarkNG22 0AA Cllr R J Taylor (Vice Chairman)Kersall LodgeKersallNewarkNG22 0BH Cllr E FidlerOssington RoadKneesallNewarkNG22 0AB Cllr C J CuttsChurch Farm CottageSchool LaneKneesallNew...
Heritage and tree conservation
We live in an area with many historical buildings and spaces, linking us with the past. We’re committed to caring for, conserving and enhancing this rich historic environment. This includes protecting and promoting: There are lots of ways y...
Up and comings projects - watch this space - Boughton Community Hub
Community dog walks Free Food Market Community Litter Picks Bacon Cob Tuesday – Coffee morning to meet with other residents in the area Training on the web – using ipads ...
Newark Construction College
The Construction College is an identified Newark Town Investment Plan project which delivers new training opportunities for young people and retraining for adults in Newark with the intention of securing both employment and high qualifications with...
Location - Newark Lorry Park
Newark is the quintessential English market town. Its home to the National Civil War Centre, a stunning riverside castle where King John died in 1216, and a thriving, cobbled Market Place overlooked by the Georgian Town Hall. Newark offers an experie...
Little Carlton Community Volunteers - Community litter picks
In February, community volunteers from Little Carlton collected more than 40 bags of roadside rubbish from the A616 near to the village, Kelham Lane and Crow Lane. In February 2021 Charles Brightmore and his daughter collected a further 16 black b...
Recent and upcoming projects - Motion for the Ocean
Graffiti Hotspot Transformation In April 2024, pupils from Barnby Road Academy helped to transform a graffiti hotspot with bright and colourful works of art at Barnby Road bridge underpass. Councillor Paul Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Public Protecti...
Right to Buy - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy my Council property? Most secure tenants have the right to buy their Council property when they have spent at least three years as a public sector tenant. More information can be found on the Government Right to Buy website. How do I apply...
Low cost home ownership - Affordable housing development
Apart from renting there are also options to purchase homes at an affordable level. These are explained on the Own Your Home website. There are a number of homes that you can purchase through the shared ownership scheme. For more information on your ...
Voluntary parking charge - Sconce and Devon Park
The parks have a voluntary pay and display scheme. If you drive to the park you can make a parking donation of £1 for a day, or buy a season ticket for £20. Donations will be reinvested in the parks, but charges are not compulsory and you won't be ...
Election results
Here are recent election results in the Newark & Sherwood area....
Rating advisers - Business rates information and appeals
Ratepayers do not have to be represented in discussions about their rateable value or their rates bill. Appeals against rateable values can be made free of charge. Ratepayers who do wish to be represented should be aware that members of the Royal In...
How much will it cost? - Industrial emissions
There’s an application fee and an annual subsistence for the permit. Download a list of the latest charges for environmental permits (PDF File, 135kb) in Newark and Sherwood....
Check opening times before you go - Vaccinations
Vaccination centre opening times are liable to change at short notice. Before you go for your vaccine check for the latest information across Nottinghamshire, visit the local NHS web page....
Food sampling - Food poisoning
Our food sampling programme aims to ensure that food for sale or produced throughout Newark and Sherwood meets legal standards for safety and hygiene. Generally we target high risk foods in response to food poisoning outbreaks or incidences of food c...
Support from a friend or relative - Humanitarian Assistance Response Team
In the first instance, you should ask if any friends or family can collect medicines or food for you. It is no longer necessary to create support bubbles. However, if you need to self-isolate, you should take a look at the Government guidance on sel...
Tax and National Insurance - Business finances
Support is available from the HMRC if you need help and advice on issues such as tax, VAT and PAYE. Visit the HMRC training courses for help with setting up a business, keeping records, completing tax returns and more....
Junior Rangers - Sconce and Devon Park
Our park rangers offer featuring a fun outdoor learning programme for children years 5, 6 and 7. It’s available in Sconce and Devon and Vicar Water Country Park....
Memorial Rose Garden - Sconce and Devon Park
Our parks can provide a place to unwind, feel calm, be in nature and take time to remember those we’ve loved and lost. Our new Memorial Rose Gardens at Sconce and Devon Park and Vicar Water Country Park now offer the chance to include a physical tr...
Information on your Council Tax
Pay your Council Tax or find out if you’re entitled to a discount using the links below. You can also see the latest Council Tax information and figures, find out how we spend your money and find out what to do if you’re struggling to pay. Counci...
Find out more - Information for New Residents
Find your local Councillors Find where our car parks are Find information about what you can put in each bin Register a lost animal Seek planning application advice Access ‘MyAccount’ for our tenants Find out about Council Tax bands Find local t...
Available sessions - Junior Rangers
At Junior Rangers, children will get to build habitats and shelters, learn about fire safety, create their own art pieces using materials around the park, go bird watching, and more over the sessions taking place through school holidays!...
Access to information - complaints procedure
If you’re not happy with the Council's decision regarding an access to information request, you’ll find our complaints procedure below. This procedure has been created to ensure complaints are handled in a fair, consistent and timely manner, and ...
Homelessness Prevention and Rough Sleeper Strategy
Our vision for Newark and Sherwood is to create an environment where people lead safe and healthy lifestyles, ensuring suitable housing for all. At the heart of this is our aim to break the cycle of homelessness by ensuring the causes are identified ...
Smoke control areas
Certain parts of Newark and Sherwood have been classified by the Council as smoke control areas. Under the Clean Air Act, local authorities may declare the whole or part of their district as a smoke control area. Read the smoke control order for New...