The decision to create a single council marks a new beginning for Cornwall and gives the opportunity to shape its own future and create a new system of local government that will better meet the needs of every resident, business and organisation. This website is about the transition to the new council and what this decision means for you.
If you are looking for information about services provided by Cornwall County Council or any of the six borough and district councils in Cornwall click here for the portal that links to their web sites. Cornish Key Web Portal
Click here for Implementation Executive - meeting papers and key decision dates
Consultation on the Sustainable Community Strategy for Cornwall - click here for details Cornish Residents invited to help shape the future of Cornwall
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A new single council will:
Read more about the opportunity to create a stronger, greener, more efficient and more accessible council.
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February 2008
Structural Change Order for Cornwall approved by Parliament
February 2008 - October 2008
Boundary Review to decide electoral wards for the new council
1 April 2009
Vesting Day for the new council (District, Borough and County Councils combine to form the new unified council for Cornwall.)
May (or June) 2009
Elections for the new council