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Local sponsorship scheme - Homes for Ukraine
A new Government scheme will match people, charities, business and community groups to Ukrainians who do not have established families in the country, so they are able to come to the UK. Information on the scheme can be found on the Government websi...
Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) requests - Charges for information
Information in the publication scheme Information in our has, where practicable, been made available to download from our website. We do not charge for information downloaded from the website. Where information in the scheme is not available to down...
How often will accreditation take place? - Best Bar None scheme
The scheme is run on an annual basis, encouraging licensed premises to keep raising standards each year. An assessment visit is carried out and all businesses that meet the minimum standard are awarded Best Bar None status, together with a plaque to ...
Food Registration
When you start a new food business or take over an existing business, you must register with your local authority. You must register at least 28 days before opening. Registration is free, and cannot be refused...
Planning permission - Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
Some larger houses also require planning permission. For further advice ....
Obligations once a licence is granted - Personal licence
Once you are a licence holder you must: notify us of any convictions received after it is granted surrender your licence to us within 14 days, when required inform us if you wish to surrender your licence not use your licence if it is suspended by u...
Investigating food poisoning - Food poisoning
If you suspect you or someone you care for may have a foodborne illness, . Often calls from concerned members of the public are how outbreaks are first detected. Initially we will contact you for information. In the more serious cases, we then ask mo...
Telephone - Contact us
for general enquiries, call 01636 650000 (you can call us between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday). for emergency repairs, call 01636 650000. You can report emergency repairs at any time. to make a payment, call our 24-hour dedicated payment line on ...
Examination documents - Amended core strategy examination library
INS/01 Initial query from inspector 3 Nov 2017 (PDF File, 85kb)INS/02 Hearings agenda (with MIQs) (PDF File, 269kb)INS/03 Guidance note for hearings (PDF File, 438kb)INS/04 Post Hearing Note 12 February 2018 (PDF File, 79kb)INS/05 Post Hearing Note 2...
National non-domestic rating multiplier - Business rates information and appeals
We work out your business rates bill by multiplying the rateable value of the property by the multiplier the government sets. There are currently two multipliers: small business multiplier: 49.9p payable by properties eligible to receive large...
Application evaluation process - Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
Licences will be granted if we’re satisfied that: the landlord is a ‘fit and proper person’ i.e. that they are a good landlord who complies with all necessary regulations the property is suitable for occupation by the number of persons specifi...
Is there a charge for publication scheme information? - Publication scheme
We make no charge for downloading information from our website. Where it is not possible to offer a document electronically, charges may be made for photocopying, postage and packaging or costs incurred as a direct result of requesting the informatio...
Newark and Sherwood District Council useful contacts - Useful contacts
ServiceContact details Customer Service 01636 650 000 customerservices@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk Make a payment (24 hour dedicated payment line 01636 650 000 Select the correct option, you will need to enter a billing or reference number ...
Tenant satisfaction measures - Social housing regulatory information
As part of the regulator’s commitment to improve transparency within the social housing sector, all large social housing providers will need to collect and report on a set of tenant satisfaction measures, starting in the 2023/2024 financial year. T...
What's On - Boughton Community Hub
Do you need some help, looking to try at new skill or just want to have a natter with other residents - there are lots of community activities, training, advice and support sessions available at the Hub. Coffee Club Coffee Club at the Boughton Commu...
Introduction - Clipstone Regeneration
For years, we have been working hard to reimagine the possibilities at Clipstone, and the allocation of this funding enables us to explore an exciting new chapter known as Vicar Water Country Park (Phase 3)....
Report Online - Information for New Residents
You can report a number of issues to us as well: Abandoned vehicles Anti-social behaviour Breaks in planning rules Damaged residential bins Damaged street nameplates Dead animals Dog bins Fly-tipping Graffiti or flyposting Housing repairs Litter Lit...
Pollution from wood burning stoves - Smoke control areas
PM2.5 is particulate matter or small particles that are 2.5 µm (microns) and smaller, for comparison the average human hair is 70 µm in diameter. They are of particular concern as they can be inhaled deep into the lungs and from there can migrate a...
Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Neighbourhood Plan - Neighbourhood plans under preparation
The parish of Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton was designated as a neighbourhood area for the purposes of neighbourhood planning on 25 March 2015. The community are now able to progress with the development of a neighbourhood plan. ...
My physical condition has changed so my house isn’t suitable any more. What can I do? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
If your needs are changing, we can make some to support you to live independently in your home. If this isn't suitable or you need to move from your current home, you can apply to access a range of properties with additional facilities and services. ...
Making your home warmer
Domestic heating currently accounts for 25% of UK energy use. We use so much energy for heating because many of our houses have little or no insulation, are draughty and lack basic energy efficiency technologies. Cold, damp homes cause excess deaths ...
Handy Person Adaptation Service (HPAS) - Adaptations for tenants
The handy person adaptation service (HPAS) provides help with essential minor adaptations and small practical jobs, helping you to live more safely and independently at home. The service is available to people living in Newark and Sherwood who are ei...
Handy Person Adaptation Service (HPAS) - Home alterations for independent living
The handy person adaptation service (HPAS) provides help with essential minor adaptations and small practical jobs, helping you to live more safely and independently at home. The service is available to people living in Newark and Sherwood who are ei...
Great British Insulation Scheme - Making your home warmer
You may be able to get free or cheaper insulation to reduce your home’s energy bills through the government's Great British Insulation Scheme. You might get support if your home: has an energy performance certificate (EPC) of D to G - check your ...
What if the problem is not on your own property? - Pest control
If there is a pest problem that is not on your own property, the first thing to do is to let your neighbour know about the problem. If they are unhelpful you can get advice by calling us on 01636 650000....
Contact - Kneesall, Kersall and Ompton Parish Council
Clerk: Mr Robert (Bob) Greenland, 15 Baulk Lane, Kneesall, Newark NG22 0AA Telephone: 01623 860970 or 07773 652694 E-mail: rwdgforkpc@yahoo.com...
Our response to fly-tipping - Fly-tipping and abandoned vehicles
We respond to all fly-tipping reports and aim to clear the rubbish within 72 hours, provided it is on a street or in another public place. If the rubbish is dumped on private land, such as farmers' fields and other areas not in public ownership, we w...
Other audit provisions - Internal audit and inspections
The Council is also subject to various inspections and audit from external bodies including Mazars who are currently our external auditors....
Good bonfire guidelines - Garden bonfires
If you are going to have a bonfire, the first thing to do is to warn your neighbours - they are much less likely to complain about it if you do. Then follow these guidelines to avoid causing a serious nuisance: only burn dry material never burn ho...
Allergen information for consumers - Food safety regulations
In the UK, approximately: 1-2% of adults and 5-8% of children live with a food allergy 1 in 100 people have coeliac disease (serious allergy to gluten) By law, customers can expect to see details of 14 regulated allergens contained in the food you ...
Appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate - View or comment on a planning application
In the event of an appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate, we will forward redacted copies of all comments made and accepted, to the Planning Inspectorate as part of the appeals process. For a householder or minor commercial applicati...
Exemptions for working dogs - Public space protection orders
You’ll be exempt if you have a working dog on land to which the PSPO applies while the dog is working. This includes dogs that are being used for work in connection with emergency search and rescue, herding or shepherding animals, law enforcement a...
Volunteer researcher exploration - Archaeological and researcher exploration
Our dedicated volunteer researchers at Newark Castle have been hard at work uncovering the secrets of this historic site! From mysterious gargoyles to ancient graffiti, they've left no stone unturned. Watch the video below to learn more about their f...
What is the digital phone switchover? - The digital phone switchover
The UK’s landline services are going digital. By 2027, most telephone providers will switch customers from analogue landlines over to new digital services....
Keeping your home warm - Winter safety
Cold homes can have a significant impact on your health. One of the best ways of keeping yourself well during winter is to stay warm. Nottinghamshire County Council provides some top tips for keeping warm in winter on their website or you can visit ...
Tree conservation - Heritage and tree conservation
The district has a unique biodiversity including ancient oaks in Sherwood Forest and flocks of thousands of golden plover wintering on the wetlands of the Trent Valley. As part of our conservation work the Council helps protect and promote the dist...
Car parks in Ollerton - Car park locations
Forest Road car park Free parking Disabled parking spaces: 9 No height restriction but vehicles must be able to park within a parking bay Opening times: 24hrs Park Mark Safer Parking Accredited Disabled Parking Accredited ...
Failed applications - Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
If you have any complaints, please in the first instance. You can appeal to a Residential Property Tribunal. Any appeal must be made within 28 days of the decision being made....
Animal feed - Registering your food business
More information on animal feed premises registration and a specific application form can be found on the Nottinghamshire County Council website....
Contact - Coddington Parish Council
Clerk: Miss Dawn Hockenhull 7 Temperance Lane Collingham Newark NG23 7LU Tel: 07817 071875 Email: coddingtonpc@hotmail.com...
Options to rent - Renting a home
There are a number of people you can rent a home from: private landlords (PDF File, 713kb) Each landlord has different rules about who can live in their homes. Organisations such as shelter provide information and advice on housing....
Wood burning stoves - Smoke control areas
Many people across the district use a wood burning stove to keep their homes warm. Recent research has identified that they are a large contributor to air pollution. If you live in a smoke control area your burner should be an exempt appliance. This ...
Nottinghamshire Coronavirus Community Support Hub - Humanitarian Assistance Response Team
If you are vulnerable or are struggling with the means to pay for food as a result of the pandemic, then please email the hub at enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk. Your enquiry will be answered by Nottinghamshire County Council who will triage your call to t...
Resolving light pollution issues - Light pollution
If you’re experiencing a problem from a neighbour, we recommend that you try to resolve the problem by speaking to them directly. Consider approaching them to explain politely that you are being troubled. There may be a simple solution that will re...
The Home Energy Conservation Act - Energy advice
The Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) required us to prepare a report setting out the energy conservation measures that the authority considers practicable, cost-effective and likely to result in significant improvement in the energy efficiency of ...
Waste collections - Flooding information hub
If you have any flood damaged domestic bulky items such as furniture or white goods, please check with your insurance company before disposing of them as it may affect your claim. Residents who need help disposing of large household items that have...
Environment - Amended core strategy examination library
ENV/01 SFRA Review 2017 Consultation Document and Appendices (PDF File, 21,900kb)ENV/02 Level 2 SFRA Report (May 2017) (PDF File, 10,536kb)ENV/03 Water Cycle Study Review 27-01-2017 (PDF File, 4,862kb)ENV/04 Green Infrastructure Strategy (PDF File, 9...
Event communication and engagement - Yorke Drive document library
2025 Yorke Drive drop in event February 2025 (PDF File, 1,132kb) 2024 Consultation Boards Resident's Drop in Session 5 June 2024 (PDF File, 11,532kb) 2022 Letter to Residents - Invite to Resident Engagement Event 25 January 2022 (PDF File, 526kb) Yor...
Health and safety in residential care homes - Health and safety at work
If you’re the owner or manager of a care home, you need to be aware of the implications of any hazards at your premises. Risk assessments should cover a wide range of areas to ensure that the health and safety of your employees and residents is eff...
What actions are we taking now? - Climate change emergency
Across the Council, there are several actions already underway to help combat the climate emergency. These include: reporting on our carbon footprint annually: Climate Emergency Update 2024 (PDF File, 315kb) minimising the use of peat in all our ...