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Temporary traffic measures for stage 4 of the Tour of Britain - Tour of Britain
During the race As the race progresses through the district there will be a rolling roadblock in operation to keep disruption to a minimum. Spectators are of course welcome along the route, but they are asked to park with care and consideration, away...
Slurry spreading - Fumes and odours
Slurry or muck spreading can become an issue when the smells associated with the practice give rise to complaints. Farmers dispose of accumulations of farm waste as an organic fertiliser and traditionally spread this on agricultural land during the a...
Modern slavery and human trafficking statement - Safeguarding children and adults
A key objective within our is to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and increase feelings of safety in our communities. As part of that commitment, and following recommendation by Homes & Communities Committee, we've created a modern slavery ...
CIL Guidance for Parish and Town Councils - Infrastructure to support growth
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge on developers and landowners made when CIL liable planning permissions are implemented. It allows Collecting Authorities, in this instance Newark and Sherwood District Council, to help fund the infr...
Keep healthy - Support for older people
- getting the balance right! Healthy lifestyles MIND - how to improve your mental wellbeing Flu jabs - NHS advice Social care - link to Nottinghamshire County Council - local support for anyone with memory problems NHS Choices - health A to...
Where does CO come from? - Fire safety in your home and community
Carbon monoxide can be produced by any combustion appliance, including those that burn fossil fuels e.g. oil, wood, coal. If you have one of these appliances you should make sure that it is serviced and maintained by a competent person and the chim...
Health and safety priorities for your business - Health and safety at work
You should adopt a positive approach to concerns raised by your employees on health and safety issues. Their cooperation is essential for effective safety management and will help you to identify and address possible legal contraventions in your work...
Registering a marriage or civil partnership - Register a birth, death or marriage
If you are arranging a marriage or civil partnership you will need to give notice of intention to marry/form a civil partnership. If you are a resident of Nottinghamshire, to do this you’ll need to make an appointment at a Nottinghamshire registrat...
Norwell 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 Norwell Parish Council, all of whom have voting rights. We employ a parish clerk to administer the parish council’s a...
Out of hours noise complaints - Noise nuisances
Unfortunately we no longer operate an out of hours service for noise complaints. If you believe the noise to be causing a public nuisance that is affecting the neighbourhood you can contact the police on 101 for general advice and to report the issue...
What is CIL used to fund? - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
CIL will be used to fund strategic infrastructure within the district. That means improvements to the highway network made necessary by the growth of the district up to 2033 and which cannot be attributed to the development of any one site, as well...
Accident reporting
Accidents cost businesses money and damage reputation. Each year many employees are killed or injured at work, and over 40 million working days are lost annually to work-related injuries and ill health throughout the UK. If you run a business, it’s...
Vacant commercial premises - Empty buildings
We can deal with issues on problem sites, asking the owners to take measures like enhancing the security of the site or removing hazardous materials. For further information on empty buildings, or to report nuisance problems related to a site or buil...
Bathley Parish Council
The rural village of Bathley is situated approximately five miles north west of Newark-on-Trent in the district of Nottinghamshire. The village enjoys a long history, being mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086. Bathley is also home to the oldest re...
Who maintains my street? - Street naming and numbering
To find out who is responsible for maintaining your street, visit findmystreet.co.uk ...
Parish council toolkit - Parish & Town Councils
The Association of Council Secretaries and Solicitors have produced a Parish Council Toolkit (PDF File, 714kb) to assist parish clerks in ensuring good governance within their parish councils. It provides a lot of useful information on what parish co...
Publishing the food hygiene rating - Food hygiene rating system
You can look up food hygiene ratings on the FSA website. You can search for ratings for local businesses and anywhere else the scheme is being operated in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The premises given a rating of five will appear live on th...
Training courses - Food safety courses
Recognised training courses are administered by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) who offer e-learning courses as well as technical training programmes. The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) also offer online courses as w...
Maximising your income / benefits - Here to help
Universal Credit (UC) ‐ the DWP wants to encourage people who could be better off financially to consider moving to UC. They estimate that more than half of current claimants will be better off. For further information go to: Universal Credit: Wh...
Ways to pay business rates
You can pay your business rates using the following methods: Direct Debit online telephone ...
Heat networks relief - Rate reliefs
You can get heat networks relief if your property is only used or mainly used as a ‘heat network’. A heat network supplies heating or cooling to other properties from a central source. To be eligible, the heat network must: take its energy from ...
Fly Grazing
Fly grazing is the deliberate act of leaving horses on land without the landowner’s permission. It’s a major cause of horse welfare issues as horses are often left without adequate shelter, food and water and can be tethered for hours. Watch this...
How does it work? - Careline 24/7
Newark and Sherwood’s Careline service now uses the latest digital technology meaning that you only need a power socket. The Careline uses a SIM card in which the signal strength is tested upon installation and monitored continuously. If the signal...
Designed for independent living - Housing with care
Within all our extra care properties the service is included within the service charge. Our team of cooks based across the sites provide freshly prepared meals consisting of main course and dessert as well as creating delicious treats for the communa...
Cycling - Clubs and Groups
Cycling is a great way to exercise and have fun with friends and family. There are several local cycling groups in the area that cater to all abilities: Bleasby Bikers Breeze women only rides Cycling UK Newark Group Newark Castle Cycling Club She...
Apply
Our aim is to make applying for Council services as easy and flexible as possible. We have a range of application forms, either to download or complete online. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us. Assisted bin collectio...
County level documents - Evidence Base Library
Local transport plan CD1 Local Transport Plan (Strategy) (PDF File, 7,787kb) and Local Transport Plan (Implementation Plan) (PDF File, 1,550kb) CD2 Nottingham and Notts Waste Local Plan (PDF File, 6,045kb) CD3 Nottingham and Notts Minerals Local Plan...
Junior Rangers - Sherwood Heath
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....
Junior Rangers - Vicar Water Country 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....
Older people's housing needs
Need help making the right decisions to solve your housing issues? We’re here to help older people in the Newark and Sherwood area with concerns about their current or future housing situation. As we get older it may become harder to accomplish eve...
Council borrowing and investments
How does the Council decide when to borrow? When new projects are proposed, detailed modelling is undertaken to determine if the Council has enough money in reserves to pay for the expenditure. If not and there was a need to borrow, Link Group, the C...
Reducing nappy waste - Reduce
Around eight million nappies need to be disposed of every day in the UK. These nappies sit in a landfill site for an estimated 500 years. Using washable cotton nappies can not only save hundreds of pounds but also space in your bin and landfill sites...
Statement of accounts 2015 to 2016 - Statement of accounts
Statement of accounts 2015 to 2016 (PDF File, 1,887kb) Notice of Conclusion of Audit (PDF File, 197kb) Building Control Reserve Statement 2015 to 2016 Land Charges Reserve Statement 2015 to 2016 ...
Garden recycling service - What happens to my recycling?
The majority of garden waste collected in Newark and Sherwood is sent to the composting facility in Oxton, Nottinghamshire where it is shredded and composted. Once the process is complete the material is ready to be used on farmland as a soil improve...
Public toilets
Public toilets in Newark town centre There are public toilets located in: St. Marks Place, NG24 1XT Riverside Car Park, NG24 1BS Sconce and Devon Park, NG24 4AU The Gilstrap in the Castle Gardens, NG24 1BG ...
Memorial Rose Garden - Vicar Water Country 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...
Car parks
We have numerous pay and display car parks available across the district, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Options range from short-stay town centre car parks, to longer-stay car parks which are usually on the edge of the town centre. Our car pa...
Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Level 1
A level 1 strategic flood risk assessment (PDF File, 1,367kb) has been undertaken for the district. The study gives a thorough assessment of the extent and nature of flood risk and its implications for land use planning. It also sets out flood risk c...
Volunteer Thank You Week 2025
Each year, Volunteer Thank You Week offers a special opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers across the UK. Taking place from 2nd to 8th June, this national initiative shines a spotlight on the individuals wh...
Ending your tenancy - Manage my Council tenancy
When ending your tenancy with us you must give us at least four weeks' notice in writing. to give your notice or ask any questions. Payment of rent is required until the date of the end of your tenancy and you have left the property. If you do not...
Upcoming events - Armed Forces events across the district
Saturday 7 June 2025 - 1940s picnic Commemorate the anniversaries of VE Day, D-Day and VJ Day at St Simon and St Judes Church, Rainworth. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the grass and take part in traditional sports day activities, stalls and much more! T...
Death and burial - King John
In the autumn of 1216 King John contracted dysentery. He was brought to Newark Castle to recover, where on 19 October 1216 he died. A violent thunderstorm raged above the town. Many at the time believed that the storm was the sound of the gates of h...
How are councillors paid? - Councillor allowances
Councillors can receive allowances and expenses. Member's allowances are based on a scheme recommended to us by an independent panel. Our Councillors can claim the following allowances: basic allowance - all members are entitled to this special r...
Changes to The Highway Code - Transport and roads
The changes to 'The Highway Code' announced by the Department of Transport came into effect on 29 January. A hierarchy of road-users has been introduced ensuring quicker or heavier modes of travel have the greatest responsibility to reduce the danger...
Not in Newark and Sherwood
We’re working alongside Nottinghamshire police to catch and punish fly-tipping offenders in the district. We’re also working in partnership with neighbouring councils to target suspects. Find out more about . The Not in Newark and Sherwood campai...
Community Sustainability
We can all do our bit to protect the planet, but it can be difficult to know where to start and if you’re on the right path when it comes to making sustainable decisions. The information below has been compiled to guide you in your sustainable beha...
Millgate community centre - Community centres
Millgate community centre has been converted from its former use as the fire station sleeping quarters. It is centrally located on Pelham Street (NG24 4XD) and accessible for all. A full and varied programme of activities occurs each week in the main...
What to do if you find a stray cat - Lost Animals
Follow these steps if you find what you think is a lost stray cat: approach the animal carefully - it might be frightened, sick or injured and so may be aggressive if you’re worried about their health contact Cats Protection, the RSPCA or take th...
Lost and damaged bins - Silver bin for recycling
If you need a replacement bin please complete our missing or lost bin online form. If your bin is damaged, you can report this using our damaged resident bin online form so we can arrange a replacement. We may make a discretionary charge for missing ...
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