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Duty to refer - Losing your home
The Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 reformed England’s homelessness legislation. Part of this was the introduction of the duty to refer, requiring specified public authorities in England to notify local housing authorities (LHA’s) of service use...
Getting to Castle House - Castle House
Car parking Pay and display car parking is available at the front and side of Castle House. For alternative options, visit our page. Public transport Castle House is next to Newark Castle train station and is a 15 minute walk from Newark Northgate t...
Your data - Premises licence
We’re required to provide the applicant with copies of the relevant representations or review requests that are made, unless we believe there is a genuine and well-founded fear of intimidation or violence of personal details are disclosed. We’ll...
Food-related outbreaks - Infectious diseases
If the case is suspected to be food poisoning or a food-born illness, we’ll use our links to local food businesses and expertise in food safety matters to investigate. Additional precautions may be required when the affected person is connected to ...
Town Centre Development
As part of our we’re committed to developing, enhancing and sustaining our town centres. The focus is on: encouraging a strong retail offer making the high street a destination for residents and visitors ensuring accessibility for all making our...
No Mow May
We are once again joining the No Mow May initiative and letting the grass grow! During the month of May our Street Scene Team will be cutting back on the mowing of certain areas of various Council-owned green spaces and country parks. In doing so...
Councillors - Barnby-in-the-Willows Parish Council
Graham Bett Neil Gribby Carina Jukes Derick Parker Jackie Parker Benjamin Powell Keith Stanton All councillors must declare any private interests that may cause conflict when making council decisions. Barnby in the Willows - Register of Members Int...
Amended core strategy DPD
Our Amended Core Strategy DPD (PDF File, 15,555kb) sets out the big issues that the Council and our public and private sector partners need to address over the next twenty years in our district. The document is a key part of the (LDF) and sets a vi...
Sport England Funding - Charity and community funding opportunities
Sport England has committed another £1 million to combat the impact of coronavirus by match funding money raised by sports clubs and community activity groups through the fundraising platform Crowdfunder. Through the 'Active Together' partnership ...
Carers support groups - Dementia support
Newark Dementia Carers Group Carers of people with dementia can join this friendly and understanding group. The group meets at the Community Centre Coronation Street Balderton every Monday and Thursday and offers a place to go to unwind, socialise an...
Preparing your business for the EU Exit - EU Exit
The UK has left the EU. Leaving the EU means your business or organisation may need to prepare for change. Use this information from the UK Government to understand how leaving the EU may affect your business or organisation and what you can do ...
Planning and archaeological sites - Archaeology
Archaeological sites of national importance are and protected. Although archaeology is all around us, Scheduled sites form a carefully chosen sample of them, which are closely managed by Historic England in accordance with the Ancient Monuments and A...
Getting help - Domestic abuse
If you’re experiencing domestic abuse and need help, there are lots of organisations who are ready to help. Don’t suffer in silence. These are the key contact numbers for helplines. Other local services are listed below. Women Nottinghamshire Wo...
Wind Energy SPD
The Wind Energy Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) (PDF File, 428kb) describes our approach to wind energy development in Newark and Sherwood. It was adopted on 26 March 2014 and now forms part of the planning application process in our District...
Local Influence Network - Tenant engagement
PLEASE NOTE: We are currently conducting a review into our Local Influence Network to understand their impact and how we can improve the meetings going forward. Until this review has been completed we are pausing on all LIN meetings after the Buildin...
Who is eligible to be registered? - Registering to vote
If you are over the age of 18 or will soon be 18, a British, Irish, Commonwealth citizen or a citizen of a member state of the European Union (PDF File, 69kb) and a resident of the district at least six months of the year, you are eligible to be on ...
Vale View, Newark - Housing with care
Vale View is a development of 51 apartments (of which 32 are owned by the Council) and 4 two bedroom bungalows on Grange Road in Newark. The accommodation is suitable for people of any age with a range of support needs. Lifts provide access to upper ...
Housing authority processes and legal requirements - Losing your home
The Housing Act 1996 and its subsequent amendments including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 contain specific legal requirements for both the local housing authority to follow and also for customers who may be dissatisfied with the decisions the ...
Advice and Benefits
Find out what benefits you might be entitled to, get help with debt and managing your finances, and access your account online. You can also tell us about changes to your circumstances and learn how to appeal if you feel a decision is wrong. View y...
Managing hedgerows - Protecting trees and hedgerows
You should avoid trimming hedgerows between 1 March and 31 July as this is the main nesting season for birds. Exemptions apply if the hedgerow overhangs a public highway or public footpath, or if it obstructs the view of drivers. Read more guidanc...
How can pub managers get involved? - Pub watch
Any licensee can get involved with pubwatch. We’re in regular contact with most local licensees and encourage everyone to attend. For more information call 01636 650000 and ask to speak with a licensing officer....
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TPOs and development - TPO criteria
A TPO cannot be used as a tool to prevent development, but it does mean that the planning process must take account of those trees as a material consideration. In the event that a TPO already exists and planning permission is granted, that decision t...
Meetings - Wigsley Parish Council
Meetings are held every three months commencing January....
Charity and community funding opportunities
A number of schemes are available to support charities and community groups as they respond to exceptional challenges of the pandemic....
Day 1 - 1 February 2018 - Amended core strategy hearing statements
Coddington Parish Council - General Statement (PDF File, 62kb) Gladman Developments - General Statement (Day 1) (PDF File, 366kb) Simons Developments - General Statement (PDF File, 585kb) Delta Planning obo Simons Developments - Appendix 1 (PDF File,...
Services - Rufford Parish Council
Land Land owned by the Council: triangle of land on Maylodge Drive, Rufford triangle of land at junction of Maylodge Drive with A614, Rufford ...
Armed forces support - Armed forces covenant
Being a member of the armed forces community, or returning to civilian life after serving, can be challenging, but there are lots of organisations who can help. Veterans' Gateway Veterans' Gateway is the first point of contact for veterans whether ...
Who is eligible for a blue badge? - Blue badge parking scheme for disabled people
people on certain benefits or who are registered blind are automatically eligible other disabled people may be eligible for a badge, dependent on the results of a mobility assessment children under 3 may be eligible depending on certain conditions o...
CIL process - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
Planning application stage So that we can decide if your development is liable for CIL and how much, you should complete and submit the Newark and Sherwood CIL form (PDF File, 704kb) with your planning application. You can find additional guida...
Safer communities - Tenancy services
Antisocial behaviour is behaviour that causes nuisance, harm or distress. It can range from verbal and physical abuse to disruptive activities including graffiti, drug dealing, drinking and excessive noise. to report antisocial behaviour, hate crime ...
How to get involved - RealHome
If you’re a landlord looking for suitable tenants as well as support throughout the tenancy, complete and return our online RealHome landlord application form and we’ll be in touch. Our dedicated Landlord Liaison Officer will then contact you t...
Local cycling clubs and groups - Cycling in Newark and Sherwood
Bleasby bikers Breeze women-only rides Cycling UK Newark Group Newark Castle cycling Club Sherwood Pines cycling Club Tuxford Clarion cycling Club Vale of Belvoir cycling Club Velo club, Flintham ...
DBS check - Taxi licensing
All applicants are required to complete, and pay the appropriate fee, for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (previously CRB) on first application. Applicants are also required to join the DBS update service to enable us to carry out an...
Applying for chimney height approval - Chimney height approval
Apply for chimney height approval (PDF File, 155kb) by downloading and completing the application form. There is no charge for this approval. A written decision will be given within 28 days, unless it is agreed in writing that a longer period may be...
Overhanging tree branches - High hedges and overhanging branches
If a tree (or other vegetation) is overhanging your house boundary and encroaches on a building, the tree owner has a duty to remove it. This is a civil matter so we do not enter in to negotiations on your behalf. You might need to submit a or , h...
Skills and training assessment - Training
To enable you to reach your full potential we have put together an assessment which will allow you, or with the assistance of a support worker, to identify what skills you would like to develop. The assessment is a very simple online form that asks y...
Public health funerals
Under the Public Health (control of disease) Act 1984, where no suitable funeral arrangements have been made, or are being made for a deceased person, the Council has to take responsibility for arranging the funeral....
Solar Panels - Energy advice
If you are thinking of installing Solar Panels, or have recently had them fitted, the National Energy Action (NEA) website provides useful information that could help you better understand and maximise the benefits of having these....
Free learning resources - Community Sustainability
Free Courses England offer free courses accredited qualifications offer benefits for individuals and organisations from all backgrounds. You must meet the eligibility criteria for the courses. Free Online Courses UK - Free Courses in England...
Caravan site licence
A caravan site includes anywhere a caravan (including mobile or 'park' home) is situated and occupied for human habitation including on a permanent, touring or holiday basis. The Council is responsible for the issuing of licences to caravan sites to ...
Business growth and support
Newark and Sherwood District Council's Economic Growth team offer a range of fully funded support for businesses in the district both in-house and through partners, including: 1-2-1 tailored advice from specialist Nottinghamshire County Council busi...
Local Communities Fund (LFC) - Community Sustainability
Nottinghamshire County Council recognises the huge contribution that the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) has made to lives of residents over many years which has been brought into sharp focus during the COVID-19 pandemic. Communities can apply f...
Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Level 2 Stage 2
Our Level 2 Stage 2 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) builds on the findings and recommendations made in the and ....
Planning feedback
To provide feedback on a planning application or enforcement issue you can . Please include your name, email address, planning application number and details of your feedback. Complex queries relating to planning and enforcement may require discussio...
Comic Relief Community Fund (England) - Charity and community funding opportunities
Grants to grassroots community organisations with an income of less than £250,000 are now available under the Comic Relief Community Fund. There are two types of grants available to organisations whose work delivers on one of Comic Relief’s four s...
Housing Register review - Applying to rent a Council home
We are asking applicants on the housing register to complete an online form as part of a renewal of our Housing Application Scheme to ensure it is representative of applicants’ needs. Applicants currently registered will receive a letter through ...
New developments - Street naming and numbering
If a development results in the creation of new properties, utility companies will not install services without an official postal address, including postcode. For new street naming we encourage developers, in liaison with local parish or town cou...
Useful external apps and websites - Open data
NOMIS (Labour Market Statistics) Office for National Statistics Gov UK - public services all in one place FixMyStreet - report, view, or discuss street problems WhatDoTheyKnow - Freedom of information made easy WriteToThem - contact your represe...
Dementia Friends - Dementia support
Dementia Friends is an Alzheimer’s Society led initiative, funded by the Department of Health and Cabinet Office. It aims to increase dementia awareness, changing the way the nation thinks, talks and acts about dementia. People with dementia want ...