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Official X page for Cornwall Council, sharing news and updates from around Cornwall. We'll try our best to answer your questions.

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Cornwall Council leader Cllr Leigh Frost, MPs and Peers have welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement that Cornwall Council will become a single strategic authority, recognising Cornwall’s unique cultural status.

Read the full statement 🔗 https://t.co/T7NOjHPip1

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Don’t let your pumpkin seeds go to waste this Halloween! Our first video shows you how to turn them into a tasty snack or crunchy topper.

Look out for pumpkin soup and pasta sauce next, and find more ways to waste less and save more 🔗 https://t.co/CeAE5SyN0g

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What can we do to tackle air quality issues in Cornwall?

We've developed a draft Clean Air for Cornwall Strategy 2026-2031, setting out how we plan to protect and improve air quality across Cornwall over the next five years.

Have your say 🔗 https://t.co/vRAX4rQdhj

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Cliff Road businesses in Newquay are open while work continues. Free parking is available for one hour at Tolcarne Car Park and 30 minutes at Newquay Station.

From November 1 to March 31, Albany Road and Tolcarne Road will offer free all-day parking.

🔗 https://t.co/XYbmy5bNdW

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A new planting area is taking shape at Penmount Memorial Gardens following the storms earlier this year.

Chris, one of the gardeners, talks us through the new area and the planting that will help bring it to life.

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As Storm Austen swept through Cornwall, a Cormac team working in Newquay spotted people struggling in the strong winds and stepped in to help.

A little kindness goes a long way when the weather is trying to blow you off your feet. Thanks to the team for looking out for others!

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How easy is it to get around Cornwall and stay connected?

We want your views on how transport and connectivity could be improved. Cornwall’s Local Plan also covers other important issues that will help shape the future of Cornwall.

Have your say 🔗 https://t.co/o0BhZPRuKn

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Domestic abuse isn’t always easy to recognise.

Cornwall Council’s Kerry Whincup talks through the different forms of abuse and what they can look like in a relationship.

Support is available through Safer Futures 🔗 https://t.co/SwM32Cb0PW

In an emergency, call 999.

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Take a look inside the new Kernow Reuse Shop at Connon Bridge, near Liskeard.

From a Ghostbusters record to a globe with a secret bar, there are plenty of weird and wonderful finds at reuse shops across Cornwall.

Find your nearest shop 🔗 https://t.co/1qZoXSreMM

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Starting university or further education this autumn?

Eligible young people are urged to get protected against meningitis and septicaemia with the MenB vaccine.

Book by December 31 through the NHS or a participating pharmacy 🔗 https://t.co/K3kZvgw7BE

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Flood alerts have been issued for several areas of Cornwall, meaning flooding is possible.

If your property is at risk of flooding, take steps to protect it and be prepared to act if conditions change. Never walk or drive through floodwater.

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£100. Lots of council services. How does it all add up?

Cllr Adam Paynter, Cabinet Member for Resources, breaks down Cornwall Council’s budget to show how much is spent on children’s and adult services, and how the rest is allocated across other council services.

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A wedding cake that was the wrong colour, contained layers of plastic and potentially had traces of deadly nuts has led to a baker being ordered to pay just under £4,000 following a Cornwall Council investigation.

🔗 https://t.co/vRHpMweWKg

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Cllr Peter La Broy, Cornwall Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, is at the Rough Sleeping Summit at Downing Street today following the Prime Minister's pledge to give every rough sleeper a route off the streets by Christmas.

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More strong winds are on the way. A yellow weather warning is in place for Cornwall from 6pm today until 3am on Tuesday.

Large waves, travel disruption and further power cuts are possible. Take extra care, check travel updates before setting off and look out for others.

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We’re looking for people who can offer love, care and stability to children in Cornwall.

People from all backgrounds can adopt. Adopt South West offers guidance and support every step of the way.

Find out more and see if you can adopt 🔗 https://t.co/Rusub0H6In

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Cornwall Council operates a Buy With Confidence Scheme, with a list of traders and businesses in Cornwall that are approved by Trading Standards 🔗 https://t.co/deOiycY5Lw

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Following the recent storms, Cornwall's Trading Standards team is warning residents to be on their guard against rogue traders offering roof repairs.

Gary Webster shares advice on how to protect yourself and avoid falling victim to rogue traders.

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A number of warm spaces and community hubs will be open across Cornwall on Sunday to support residents affected by power cuts following the recent severe weather.

Find your nearest warm space and check opening times in our latest update 🔗 https://t.co/fNBwsf3c46

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Some households in Cornwall are still without power following Storm Austen. National Grid is working hard to restore supplies as quickly and safely as possible.

If you’re without power, please call 105. For Priority Services Register customers, call 0800 032 8301.