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Council directorate structure - Who we are and what we do
Council organisational structure (PDF File, 215kb) ...
Careline
Also known as a Lifeline service, Careline can support you to live independently in your home, knowing there is always someone there to answer your call and providing peace of mind for you and for your family and friends. The service includes an alar...
Private sector housing - Housing advice
We offer help and advice to owners, tenants and Call us on 01636 650000 to access this service as a potential tenant. We’re also responsibly for legally protecting people renting privately, including . The council ensures that private sector homes...
Empty buildings
Empty buildings can detract from the quality of an area. They may also cause a nuisance to surrounding homes and businesses. Poorly maintained buildings may be targeted by vandals and arsonists and attract anti-social behaviour, squatting or drug dea...
My circumstances have changed - Applying to rent a Council home
If you’re on the housing register with us and your personal circumstances have changed you will need to tell us as soon as possible. Contact details can be changed in MyAccount or you can if your circumstances have changed....
How much does it cost? - Careline
The service costs £26 per month for 24 hour monitoring and rental of the equipment. Additional sensors are available at an additional fee and you will be assessed at your installation appointment and offered these if appropriate. If you live in the ...
Local services and support - Domestic abuse
Nottinghamshire Women's Aid (NWAL) Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid provides a safe environment for women, with ongoing support, advice, counselling and learning opportunities. We believe that every woman should live a life free from abuse and be the d...
Local green groups - Clubs and Groups
Are you interested in protecting your local environment? There are several groups in Newark and Sherwood who work on a voluntary basis to help their community become more environmentally friendly and aware: Bleasby Green Group Farndon Residents Envi...
Underpinned by your views - Community Plan
Between May and June 2022, we carried out a major consultation exercise, receiving 4,577 responses from local residents in addition to feedback from parish councils, local businesses and other partners. You can view the feedback from this consultati...
What happens after a case goes to court? - Problems paying your Council Tax
Once an account has been to court there are five basic courses of action that we may take, depending on what we believe is the best way to secure payment. These are: Make an arrangement to clear your arrears by making regular weekly, fortnightly or ...
Food Clubs in Newark and Sherwood - Food clubs
Bilsthorpe Emergency Team (BET) Thursdays 1pm - 3pm The Green Community Centre , Bilsthorpe, NG22 8QQ Emergency food enquiries contact Nina and Julie on 07707575947/ 07817901057 Lunch club more details on request Newark Food and Wellbeing Hub Thu...
Statement of accounts 2017 to 2018 - Statement of accounts
Full statement of accounts 2017 to 2018 (PDF File, 4,084kb) Conclusion of audit notice 2017 to 2018 (PDF File, 198kb) Notice of certification of completion of the audit (PDF File, 353kb) ...
Shared CCTV service in Ashfield and Broxtowe - CCTV
In addition to this, through a shared service agreement (PDF File, 271kb) Ashfield District Council and Broxtowe Borough Council cameras are also monitored, maintained and managed by the Newark control room. Find out more details about CCTV in Ashfi...
Councillors - Edingley Parish Council
Cllr Diana Poole (Chairman) - 01623 882106 or edingleycommunity@hotmail.com Cllr Chris Clay (Vice-Chairman) - 01623 882734 Cllr Sue Thornton - 01623 882548 Cllr Maurice Needoff - 01623 882176 Cllr Benjamin Ian - 01623 884199 Cllr Tony Michon All c...
Cooling towers
Wet cooling systems are potentially a significant source of legionella bacteria. By law, operators must notify us where these systems are used, providing the details and location of such equipment on their site. Notify us of any cooling towers or eva...
Listed buildings at risk - Listed buildings
The district has 1,387 buildings, structures and monuments that are regarded to be of national significance and designated as listed buildings. Whilst the great majority are in good condition, there are a number of buildings that have fallen into dis...
Glass Recycling - Recycle
More information about our is available on our website. There are also in the district as well....
VE Day events - Armed Forces events across the district
8 May 2025 marks the historic 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. There are lots of events taking place across the district which you and your family and friends can get involved in. Sunday 4 May - Concert for Peace, Nottinghamshire County C...
Dust complaints
It is common for dust to be produced during demolition and construction works and by vehicles moving on dry surfaces during the summer months. Industrial and commercial sites may be dusty and have the potential to adversely affect surrounding areas....
Appeals - Apply for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support
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...
How is the rating calculated? - Food hygiene rating system
Each business is given a rating following an inspection by a food safety officer. This is based on how well the business is meeting the requirements of food hygiene law at that time. The rating is based on a snapshot of the conditions found at the ...
Copy invoices - Making payments to the Council
Contact us to request a copy invoice....
Disposal of asbestos - Asbestos
Controlled and authorised removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials is required in all cases. If you’re a resident and dismantle and remove a structure containing asbestos yourself from your own home, you can book an appointment to disp...
Arts Council England - Arts development
The Arts Council funds arts activities that engage people in England, or that help artists and arts organisations carry out their work. Grants for the arts is an open-application funding programme. Get further information regarding funding for the a...
Housing advice
We offer free, impartial and confidential housing advice service to anyone living in the district. Our aim is to prevent homelessness wherever possible by providing real solutions to housing problems.Come to us for advice if you: own your own home...
Business sustainability
We can all do our bit to protect the planet, and that includes businesses small and large. It can be difficult to know where to start and if you’re on the right path when it comes to making sustainable decisions as a business. The information below...
Current operators of wet cooling systems in the district - Cooling towers
Current operators of wet cooling systems in the district OccupierAddressNumber of towers NSK Europe Ltd Northern Rd, Newark, Notts, NG24 2ET 1 Saint-Gobain Formula Bowbridge Lane, Balderton, Newark, Notts, NG24 3BZ 2 Flowserve Pumps Ltd Lowfi...
Improvements we’ll make to your Council home - Repairs and maintenance
Parts of your property are renewed on a regular basis including: bathrooms kitchens central heating roofs wiring windows doors We renew the different parts of your Council property based on expected lifespan and/or information received from a prope...
Our partners - Community Safety
The Bassetlaw, Newark and Sherwood community safety partnership is: Newark and Sherwood District Council Bassetlaw District Council Nottinghamshire County Council Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service Nottinghamshire Police National Probation Serv...
Supporting Documents - Wind Energy SPD
The following documents support the Wind Energy SPD. Landscape Capacity Study Sections 1 and 2 - Introduction and Methodology (PDF File, 6,309kb) Section 3 - Landscape Baseline (PDF File, 14,187kb) Section 4 - Sensitivity Assessment (PDF File, 1,262k...
Renaming your property - Street naming and numbering
If your address includes a number, the number must be retained as this can cause complications for deliveries as well as for the emergency services. You should not choose a name that is: offensive aesthetically unsuitable the same or similar to one ...
Missed silver bins - Silver bin for recycling
If your bin has been missed please complete our missed household bin online form as soon as possible. Please note that missed bins cannot be reported before 3pm on the day of emptying....
Repairs - Manage my Council tenancy
As a council tenant, there are some repairs and maintenance tasks which you are responsible for and some that we are responsible for as your landlord. You can find out more information on our page as well as how to report a repair....
Bulcote Neighbourhood Plan - Made Neighbourhood Plans
The Neighbourhood Plan went to referendum on the 6th May 2021 and was successful, as a result the Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan and was made on 13th July 2021. For more information can be found on our page....
Help with your council tax - Apply for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support
Council tax support can help you to pay your council tax if you’re on a low income. Find out more about . Apply for council tax support via Open Portal If you have any questions you can email us on housing.benefits@nsdc.info or call us on ....
Community trigger
Any victim of anti-social behaviour (ASB) or person acting on behalf of the victim, such as a carer or family member, MP, councillor or professional person can use the ASB case review. The victim could be an individual, business or community group....
What to do if you’re having difficulty paying - Making payments to the Council
If you’re having difficulty paying your invoice or account by the due date, please contact us by calling us on 01636 655 353. We will discuss your situation and, if needed, refer you to local and national advice services to help with financial is...
Electrical safety - Advice for private landlords
Landlords must ensure all electrical installations in their rented properties are inspected and tested by a qualified and competent person at an interval of at least every 5 years. Find out more about landlord responsibilities for electrical safet...
Supporting Documents - Bulcote Neighbourhood Plan
Key Village Views (PDF File, 2,421kb) Non Designated Heritage Assets (PDF File, 983kb) Basic Conditions Statement (PDF File, 359kb) Consultation Statement (PDF File, 1,945kb) Bulcote Neighbourhood Plan - SEA Screening Statement (PDF File, 335kb)...
Crematoria - Cemeteries, crematoria and funeral assistance
We have joint responsibility for Mansfield and District Crematorium (NG18 5BJ) alongside Mansfield District Council and Ashfield District Council. The other crematorium in Newark and Sherwood is Sherwood Forest Crematorium in Ollerton (NG22 0DY)....
Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) - Nature Reserves
We have a number of Sites of Special Scientific Interest, often know as triple SI’s within the district including woods, heaths, meadows, lakes and commons. Each one is special for its biodiversity value or geographical features. Search for special...
Funding opportunities for community groups - Advice for community groups, volunteers or carers
A number of schemes are available to support charities and community groups as they continue to respond to exceptional challenges throughout COVID-19. There are multiple funding opportunities available to community groups to help them continue to p...
Public sector equality duty - Equality, diversity and human rights
The Equality Act 2010 places specific duties on public authorities to: eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between people who share a relevant protected characteri...
Extra care housing - Older people's housing needs
Extra care housing supports independent living for people who would benefit from facilities including: staff on site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week access to on site communal facilities safe and secure accommodation meals and laundry facilities onsit...
Scope of this policy - RIPA Policy
This Policy applies to the whole of Newark and Sherwood District Council (“the Council”). It applies to all covert surveillance undertaken by the Council. This includes surveillance relating to core functions such as public protection and safety,...
Smoke alarms - Fire safety in your home and community
Did you know you’re four times more likely to die in a fire in your home if there’s no working smoke alarm? Smoke alarms detect fires via a smoke detector and alert you early, giving you time to enable you and your family to leave the house in sa...
Fees for local land searches - Submit a local authority search
Search requests will be returned if the fee submitted is incorrect. You can pay online using our website. If you’re requesting searches on a regular basis, we’re happy to set up an account to invoice you on a monthly basis. Please email land.ch...
Our health and safety priorities - Health and safety enforcement
During our inspections, we’ll concentrate on a number of priority topics and what you are doing to identify, minimise and control the risks created by your work activities. There are a number of current priority topics. These have been identified n...
Making of the amended core strategy
This page details the stages that led up to the adoption of the amended on 7 March 2019....
Solar Energy SPD
Have Your Say... The Council have prepared a Draft Solar Energy SPD for public consultation. The Draft Solar Energy SPD provides guidance on the application and interpretation of local and national policy on major stand-alone ground mounted solar ph...