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Pre-advice - Planning process and services
If you’re unsure what type of planning application you need, the advice and self-assessment forms on our may help. If you’re still unsure then our can help....
Register of interests for Parish Councillors
The register of members interest for your local parish or town council will be listed below. Averham, Kelham,Staythorpe Register of Members Interests (PDF File, 2,489kb) Balderton Register of Members Interests (PDF File, 944kb) Barnby in the Willows...
Armed forces covenant
The armed forces covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve, or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We deliver on this promise at a local level by encouraging awareness, understanding and integration between the arme...
CIL review (2017) - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
The Council completed a review of its Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) in 2017. The process involved consultation on our charges, an independent examination and approval at full Council. We then adopted our current charging schedule from 1 January...
Enough campaign - Domestic Abuse campaigns
The campaign has been launched by the government to highlight different forms of violence against women and girls and the simple acts that anyone can take to challenge perpetrators of abuse. Forms of abuse against women and girls represented include...
Structure of the Neighbourhood Studies - Neighbourhood studies
Each Neighbourhood Study takes a different approach to reflect the unique character of the area, but they all use this common structure: 1) Baseline Report - setting out an overview of existing data for the neighbourhood, including the historical con...
Historic Newark in Bloom - Community litter picks
In Bloom Gold award winners in 2017, 2018 and 2019, Historic Newark in Bloom volunteers help with litter and keeping the town looking lovely. Get involved by joining the conversation on Facebook ...
Build a bug hotel - Gardening for wildlife
Bug hotels can provide a safe hideaway for insects, bees and beetles, ladybirds, spiders woodlice and even toads and hedgehogs. You can build one at any time of year and it provides the opportunity to get inventive and recycle things that are lying a...
Referral to Ombudsman - Customer complaints and feedback
If you have been through all stages of our complaints procedure and are still unhappy, you can ask the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman, or if your complaint is regarding your housing tenancy, the Housing Ombudsman, to review your complaint...
Reducing meat in your diet - Reduce
The livestock sector generates as much greenhouse gas emissions as all cars, trucks and automobiles on earth combined. Reducing meat in our diets and shifting to more plant-based foods, is essential to combat climate change, soil, air and water pollu...
Smokefree advice to business - Smoking enforcement
We aim to provide support and assistance to ensure continued compliance with the smoke free requirements. If you run a business, the exact details on what is required is contained in the regulations but you may need to consider: Smokefree policies En...
Reducing energy - Reduce
The Energy Saving Trust provides ideas for saving energy and water in your home, helping the planet and reducing your bills. Low energy light bulbs save electricity and money, lasting about eight times longer than normal light bulbs. Always switch li...
Councillors - Walesby Parish Council
Cllr Alan Smith Cllr Kevin Samuel Cllr Claire Whittaker-Smith All councillors must declare any private interests that may cause conflict when making council decisions. Walesby - Register of Members Interests (PDF File, 223kb)...
Insurance charter - Council insurance claims
Our insurance charter sets out how claims will be dealt with, including timescales. 1. You will be sent a written acknowledgement within five working days of any written claim being notified to the Council’s insurance officer. 2. All initial in...
Council managers
decide on the key policies of the council. Paid Council officers then put those policies into practice and are responsible for the day-to-day running of the Council’s business. The Council is managed by the Chief Executive. The Deputy Chief Execu...
Bilsthorpe - Street Warden Housing Surgery
Bilsthorpe - The Green (PDF File, 212kb) Bilsthorpe- Burton Court (PDF File, 211kb)...
Unpaid Council Tax - Problems paying your Council Tax
If you’ve received letters from us regarding unpaid council tax, you may be wondering what you should do and what could happen next. It’s really important that you as soon as possible to discuss your situation and see what help we might be able ...
Raffles - Raffles, totes and lotteries
You must register if your raffle tickets are sold prior to the day of the draw. Tickets must be pre-printed and include: the name of Newark and Sherwood Council the name of your society the name and the address of the promoter the date on which the ...
Council insurance claims
If you want to make an insurance claim against the Council and need further information, please contact us by emailing insurance@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk or calling us on 01636 655324 and we will send you a claim pack. Please treat our staff with co...
LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Report - Community Plan
The LGA operate a peer challenge programme which supports continuous improvement by providing effective insight, guidance and challenge to enable continuous improvement, as well as assurance to local leaders and residents. Newark and Sherwood Distric...
Use of Services - Terms of use
MyHome offers a range of services for council tenants and applicants, including: Viewing your rental account Submitting applications for housing Submitting queries about your tenancy, application or our housing services Requesting prop...
Requesting a visit to rescore
Maintaining high hygiene standards in food businesses is essential for consumer health and safety, as well as the establishment's reputation. Businesses may seek to improve their food hygiene rating after a poor assessment by asking for a rescore out...
Losing your home
Finding yourself with nowhere to live or the risk of being made homeless is both frightening and stressful. Our housing options officers are here to help you avoid some of the worry of this difficult situation and find a way forward. It is not alway...
Create a hedgehog highway - Gardening for wildlife
Hedgehogs are probably the UK’s most-loved garden visitor. Before a hedgehog goes into hibernation in late Autumn they need lots of food in order to store fat. You can help by providing a shallow dish of food and water for hogs in your garden. You ...
Success stories - Apprenticeships
Sharney Cobb After completing a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification, Sharney successfully applied for a Level 3 apprenticeship at Truly Beauty, our salon at Gladstone House. Despite the restrictions in place as a result of the pandemic she was still a...
Funding Programmes
The Local Regeneration Fund In September 2025, the UK Government announced the Local Regeneration Fund which considered a consolidation of existing local growth capital funds (Levelling Up Fund, Towns Deals and the Path Finder Pilot). Newark and Sher...
Report benefit fraud
Benefit fraud is a serious matter and is a drain on public funds. We are keen to ensure that benefits are correctly paid to those who have a true entitlement to them, but a firm stance is taken against those who abuse the system. Typical examples o...
Volunteer Fair – Friday 6 June 2025 - Volunteer Thank You Week 2025
As part of the week’s celebrations, we’re also hosting the Newark and Sherwood Volunteer Fair in partnership with Your CVS Notts. Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm Venue: RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, Edwinstowe, NG21 9HN Entry: Free and ope...
District and County councillors - Norwell Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Muskham) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website....
District and County Councillors - Edingley Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Southwell) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website....
Smokefree Nottinghamshire
Nottingham City Council, Nottinghamshire County Council and its partners have a long term vision to inspire a smokefree generation. A wide range of partners across the city and county are working together to create smokefree zones at events, especial...
Standard Recycling resources for schools - Greener schools programme
Until 31st March 2026, schools do not need to arrange for 'Simpler Recycling' collections. If your school has continued with their 'Standard Recycling' arrangement, you can access these here....
Useful websites - Allotments
The National Allotment Society Allotment vegetable growing Nottingham Organic Gardeners RHS - Allotments getting started ...
Council borrowing and investments
If the Council has money in reserves, why isn’t borrowing being paid off? Most of the Council’s borrowing was taken out as long-term loans and a premium would be charged by the lender if a loan was repaid early. This would reduce the money availa...
Appealing against your Council Tax band - Council Tax bands and charges
If you think you’re in the wrong band you can appeal by contacting the valuation office agency. You can appeal against the Council Tax band that your property has been placed in if: you believe that the banding should be changed because of an incr...
Repairs and maintenance
MyHome offers a seamless and modern approach to managing all aspects of your tenancy. From rent payments and repair requests to communication with our housing services team, MyHome is here to make our tenants life easier. What can you do in the por...
Southwell country market - Markets
A country market takes place in Southwell every Saturday from 9am to 11am in the WI hall. The indoor market sells local seasonal fruit, vegetables and plants, honey and homemade jams and chutney, cakes and bakes and crafts. Refreshments are available...
Roads and travel during bad weather - Weather warnings
Nottinghamshire County Council is the local highways authority. You can report a flooded road or drainage problem online. If you think lives are endangered then call 999. Find out about current road closures and disruptions locally on the Nottingha...
How to apply - Careline 24/7
If you would like to refer yourself or someone to our Careline service, please use the link below to submit a referral. Apply to Careline 24/7 Referrals can be made at anytime! The referral will be picked up by our Careline team and someone will be i...
Sports groups - Clubs and Groups
You’ll find a wide range of sporting opportunities in our leisure centres - visit the Active4today website for more information. Local clubs and groups also cater to a wide range of ages and abilities, providing both recreational and competitive o...
Community Involvement - Neighbourhood studies
Although the Council is leading the process, the neighbourhood studies are very much community documents. There is a responsibility for all stakeholders (including the residents themselves) to recognise their role in meeting the required options and ...
Paying council invoices - Making payments to the Council
The sundry income section is responsible for collecting a wide range of income on behalf of the council, including charges for: building control fees commercial waste Careline payments rents car parking permits radio link (shop watch alarm system) ...
Meet the team - Yorke Drive Focus
Ellie Buchanan (middle) has been working on the Yorke Drive project since October 2024 and brings lots of experience from her work on other regeneration schemes. She will be managing the project going forwards and oversee the rehousing of residents. ...
Biodiversity and landscape
We’re proud of our natural environment and want to take care of it. That’s why we’ve brought together a range of strategies, planning policies and programmes to protect, maintain and enhance our biodiversity and landscapes. We expect developmen...
Winter cycling advice - Winter safety
If you’re cycling in winter, invest in some good quality winter clothing, as getting cold and wet doesn’t make for a good riding experience, plus it could also affect your riding ability. Ensuring you have the right clothing for winter cycling wi...
CIL enforcement - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
For details on how we enforce payment of CIL, visit the webpage....
Staff reservist policy - Armed forces covenant
We recognise the vital role of Britain's reserve forces and valuable contribution that reservists make to our defence, communities and the civilian workplace. Use the map to search reservist and cadet units within the district. We support membership...
What developments are liable for CIL? - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
CIL may be payable on any development which creates additional floor space of more than 100m2. The 100m2 limit does not apply to new houses or flats and a charge can be levied on a single house or flat of any size, unless it is built by a self-buil...
Drains and sewers - Drainage
A drain is a pipe or pipes which drain one building only. It is the responsibility of the owner of that building up to the point at which it leaves the boundary of the property. From that point onwards to its connection with the public sewer it is no...
Facilities - Newark Lorry Park
Enjoy our range of services including 24/7 toilet and shower facilities and hot and cold food in the on-site Ranch Cafe. The cafe is open on weekdays at the times shown below: DayOpening Times Monday 8am to 10pm* Tuesday 8am to 10pm* ...