Newquay Town Council and Cornwall Council are responsible for different areas and services of Newquay. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to find the service you need. Below you will find all the information you need about the differences between Newquay and Cornwall Council, useful links and contact numbers.
Newquay Town Council
Newquay Town Council is Newquay’s most local level of government. It has an important role in promoting the town, representing its interests and supporting the work of different groups in the community.
Newquay Town Council consists of 20 elected and unpaid Councillors who represent different areas of Newquay. Members are fundamental in making decisions that relate to the town, its residents and its visitors. Officers of the council are crucial in implementing and ensuring that those decisions are then carried out.
Newquay Town Council is responsible for local services including toilets, footpaths, the Library, the tourist information, and more.
Cornwall Council
Cornwall Council is the unitary authority for the county of Cornwall, created on 1st April 2009 by merging Cornwall County Council with the six Borough and District Councils of Cornwall – Caradon, Carrick, Kerrier, North Cornwall, Restormel and Penwith.
Cornwall Council provides a wide range of services to more than half a million Cornish residents. In 2014 it had an annual budget of more than £1 billion and was the biggest employer in Cornwall with a staff of 12,429 salaried workers.
Cornwall Council is responsible for services including: schools, social services, rubbish collection, roads, planning and more.
Which Newquay Town Council Service Do You Need?
Newquay Town Council Leaflet
Would you like further information on the Town Council? Our leaflet gives you a quick look at who we are, what we do, and how we’re here to help the local community. Take a look!
Which Cornwall Council Service Do I need?
