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Independent Person - Member code of conduct
Sarah Britton Paul Cox Independent Persons assist us in assessing complaints of alleged misconduct by elected councillors within the district, town and parish councils in Newark and Sherwood. The views of the Independent Persons will also be soug...
How do we use the information - Communications and Marketing Privacy Notice
Most of the personal information we process is provided to us directly by you for one of the following reasons: to receive, respond and manage enquires from the public, media, and businesses to manage information to ensure the smooth operation of se...
Applying for a waste exemption - Exempt waste operations
If you carry out either of the above activities and meet the specified criteria then you should apply to register for an exemption by filling out an Exempt Waste Operations application form (PDF File, 173kb) There is no cost to register an exempt pro...
Disruptions to trade - Business rates information and appeals
If you have had disruptions that have impacted on trade, you must inform the Valuation Office directly. We cannot do this on your behalf and you will be expected to continue to pay your existing rates bill in the meantime....
House to house collections - Charitable collections
A house to house collection is an appeal by a charity to the public by means of visits to people’s doors. This may include domestic properties and places of business. Most collections are carried out by larger charities who leave envelopes with hou...
How we get the personal information and why we have it - Public Protection Privacy Notice
Most of the personal information we process is provided to us directly by you for one of the following reasons: The information we hold, has been provided by you during telephone calls, emails or online enquiry forms, face to face conversations and s...
Limitations of service - Disclaimer for viewing planning applications
The online planning history, including the enforcement notices register, contained within the site may be incomplete. It is not intended, and must not be used, as a substitute for carrying out a formal . Newark and Sherwood District Council accept...
Conservation areas - Heritage and tree conservation
New , or areas that might be suitable as extensions to an existing designated area, may be identified in a number of ways. This might include work undertaken by local communities on a or in response to development proposals; or a new awareness of si...
Single person discount - Discounts and exemptions
You’re entitled to single person discount if only one adult has their main residence in the property. Your bill will be reduced by 25 per cent. Apply for / cancel single person discount...
What happens to an application once submitted? - Validation checklists
Upon receipt of your application, we will cross check the information submitted against the planning application requirements, as set out in our validation checklist below. If all of the required information is included, your application will be cl...
Submission to the Secretary of State (10 September 2012) - Making of the Allocations & DM DPD
Following the approval from Full Council the Allocations & Development Management DPD was, on 10 September 2012, submitted to the Secretary of State in order for it to be examined by an independent Planning Inspector. Having considered the matters ra...
Pension credits - Pension Credits
Pension Credit gives you extra money to help with your living costs if you’re over State Pension age and on a low income. Pension Credit can also help with housing costs such as ground rent or service charges. You might get extra help if you’re a...
In person - Contact us
Newark and Sherwood District CouncilCastle HouseGreat North RoadNewarkNottinghamshireNG24 1BY Opening hours:Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Ollerton Advice Office Sycamore RoadNew OllertonNewarkNottinghamshireNG22 9PS Opening hours: Monday to Friday9am ...
Developments on contaminated land - Contaminated land
We’ve compiled information on probable contaminative uses that have occurred across the district. We can supply a short search report which includes a summary of this information and a more detailed version. These are usually requested by developer...
Statement of Persons Nominated - 1 May 2025 County Council Elections
The Statement of Persons Nominated was published at 4pm on Thursday 3 April 2025....
FAQ for sponsors - Homes for Ukraine
What are the next steps after accommodation visits are completed? Sponsors should inform the District Council as soon as their guests have arrived to ensure an allocated caseworker can arrange a safe and well visit and support moving the sponsor and ...
Fast track minor adaption category - Adaptations for tenants
We're able to carry out some minor adaptation requests without needing an OT referral. These fast-track adaptation works are restricted to second stair rails, key safes, lever taps, basic half steps and wall mounted grab rails beside entrance doors.Â...
What happens after planning permission is granted? - Planning decisions
If your application is approved, we’ll send the decision notice out to you or your agent. Most planning applications that are approved have conditions attached to them and these will be listed on your decision notice. Obtaining planning permission ...
Planning Application Validation Checklist - Validation checklists
The Planning Application Validation Checklist 2024 (PDF File, 1,214kb)(adopted 11th July 2024) comes in five parts that will help you with your submission. Part 1 – National requirements (page 1)Part 2 – Local requirements (page 6)Part 3 – Sta...
Planning conditions - Planning decisions
Planning conditions are applied to almost every grant of planning permission. Conditions are important and must be read and understood. They can limit and control the way in which your planning permission can be carried out. Conditions are generally ...
Failure to comply with conditions - Planning decisions
Failure to discharge conditions at the correct time can invalidate a planning permission, rendering the site without benefit of consent. Starting work on site without complying with the pre-conditions may render your permission null and void and can ...
The data controller and contact details - Elections privacy notice
The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) is the data controller for the personal data you provide. If you wish to exercise any of your data protection rights or to raise any concerns you may have regarding your personal data, please email freedom@new...
Can I ask for information about myself? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
If you want information about yourself, you can request it under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). Visit our page for more information or our page for details of how to submit your request to us....
Conservation volunteering - Sconce and Devon Park
Interested in learning new skills, making friends and helping maintain the park? Volunteering sessions are held each week. Email Ranger Simon Hill to get involved simon.hill@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk...
Disability reduction - Discounts and exemptions
If you or someone who lives with you is disabled, you may qualify for a Council Tax reduction. If you’re eligible, you’ll pay one band lower than the current band for your property. You are eligible for this reduction if the following apply: a ...
Emergency contacts - Useful contacts
ServiceContact details Fire, Police and medical emergencies 999 Police non-emergency enquiries 101 For medical advice 111 Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service 0115 838 8100 Emergency repairs 01636 650000 and press the option for rep...
What information is available? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
The FOI Act covers all recorded information we hold, regardless of format, such as documents, e-mails, plans and audio information. We’ll give you the information that you request wherever possible. However there may be some information that we’r...
Online Newark and Sherwood District Council services - Useful contacts
Request a non-urgent repair for your Council property (including communal areas) through our online service...
Submission - Amended Allocations and Development Management DPD
The Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (AADMDPD), along with its supporting documents has now been submitted to the Secretary of State to be examined by an independent planning inspector. The Submission Version of the Plan was approved ...
Financial information - South Muskham and Little Carlton Parish Council
Audit 2017-18 Payment Schedules 2017-18 (PDF File, 571kb) Certification of Exemption (PDF File, 628kb) Public Rights and Publication of Annual Governance Statement (PDF File, 248kb) Annual Governance Statement (PDF File, 561kb) Accounting Statement ...
Applying to discharge your planning conditions - Planning decisions
It’s important to discharge your conditions before you start your development. If you do not do this, the development will be unauthorised and we may consider taking enforcement action. Conditions either: must be complied with before a development...
Additional equality information - Equality information
The following links also provide equalities information for the Newark and Sherwood District: Nottinghamshire Help Yourself is a partnership between health, the voluntary sector and Nottinghamshire County Council to bring information and advice toge...
Who will we share your personal data with? - Communications and Marketing Privacy Notice
We may share your information with the following third parties for the reasons detailed above: other District Council Departments other Council’s such as Nottinghamshire County Council our service providers such as our email service provider third...
Why are we considering this? - Kiddey Stones - Public Consultation
This aligns with our Community Plan objectives in relation to heritage and culture, particularly specific actions around increasing the quality and quantity of public art in the district. The Civic Trust are keen to see the Stones displayed in the pu...
Impact on health - Smoke control areas
Inhalation of particulate pollution can have adverse health impacts, and there is understood to be no safe threshold below which no adverse effects would be anticipated. The biggest impact of particulate air pollution on public health is understood t...
What happens if planning permission is refused? - Planning decisions
If your planning application has been refused, the decision notice will set out the reasons why. The decision notice will also tell you how you can  against the refusal. It’s usually a good idea to talk to us before you make an appeal as there may...
How does a licensed premises get accreditation? - Best Bar None scheme
The scheme rewards responsible licensees who: provide good management take pride in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for customers discourage binge drinking prevent alcohol related crime In order to be awarded the Best Bar None accreditati...
Notice of Election - Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Parish Council
Notice of Election - Election of Parish Councillors for Parish of Kneesall, Kers (PDF File, 114kb)...
Contract parking - Contract space and season tickets
A contract parking space guarantees a space 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Permits are available quarterly or annually. We operate three contract car parks in Newark: Newark Palace Theatre Car Park Barnby Gate next to Newark Town club in Pelh...
Introduction - Kiddey Stones - Public Consultation
Newark and Sherwood District Council is keen to gather your views on proposed plans for the future of the Kiddey Stones. This webpage contains the background information about the Kiddey Stones and their sculptor, Robert Kiddey as well as providin...
What's the process for applying for an adaptation to my home? - Adaptations for tenants
You'll need to have an assessment that will be carried out by an Occupational Therapist (OT). The Nottinghamshire County Council OT number is 0300 500 8080. Once an assessment is carried out by an OT and, once instructed, our housing team will sur...
Your data protection rights - Communications and Marketing Privacy Notice
Under data protection law, you have rights including: your right of access - You have the right to ask us for copies of your personal information. your right to rectification - You have the right to ask us to rectify personal information you think i...
Help with your planning application - Submitting an application
To make sure you have all the relevant information with your application, we offer a  service. This service allows you to speak to a planning officer to identify and resolve any issues which may come up during the application process and consequen...
Queen's Sconce - Sconce and Devon Park
This scheduled ancient monument is one of the country's finest remaining earthworks from the British Civil War (1642-51). Queen’s Sconce is distinctively star-shaped when viewed from the air and is one of nine siege works remaining in a recognisabl...
Allergen information - Food safety regulations
Find examples of where different allergens can be found in the FSA’s allergen fact sheet [PDF] and get more details about the allergen labelling requirements for pre-packed and loose foods on the FSA website. For detailed information on food allerg...
Our publication scheme - Publication scheme
In common with many other local authorities, the council has adopted a Model Publication Scheme issued by the Information Commissioner's Office. We’re committed to reviewing this information as regularly as possible to ensure it is current, relev...
Why do I need a personal licence? - Personal licence
If a premises licence includes the sale or supply of alcohol then, by law, a designated premises supervisor must have a personal licence. This person must also be named on the premises licence as the person responsible for the day-to-day running of ...
Exemptions for assistance dogs - Public space protection orders
There is no overarching statutory definition of an assistance dog, however, for the purpose of the PSPOs, there are certain exemptions for owners who: are registered as a blind person is deaf and relies on a dog trained by Hearing Dogs for Deaf Peop...
Season tickets - Contract space and season tickets
Season tickets are available at the below car parks. Riverside Car Park Parking for 5 days a week (Mon-Fri only) or Parking for 7 days a week Car parking spaces: 208 Disabled parking spaces: 11 8 x Fast charging points for electric cars Height restr...
Future concessions - Concessions
If you have a suggestion for a site that could be included in future concessions, please email matthew.adey@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk....