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Cornwall Council confirm the latest road closures in North Cornwall - Cornish & Devon Post
Cornwall Council has confirmed the latest road closures in North Cornwall.
The Daily Brief · Cornwall Political Watch
Saturday, 4 July 2026 · 8 items
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Cornwall councillor demands action on social housing as 12-home church land scheme approved
Social housing delivery came under scrutiny in Cornwall on 4 July after a councillor called for action over poor performance, while a separate planning decision granted approval for 12 dwellings on church-owned land. Other local matters included gas mains road closures in North Cornwall, seasonal dog restrictions at Perranporth beach, and the theft of a memorial cherry tree from a Liskeard park.
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Cornwall councillor demands action over poor social housing delivery - Cornish times
A Cornwall councillor has called for action over poor social housing delivery.
Why it matters: Poor social housing delivery affects residents in need of affordable homes; councillor pressure may prompt a formal policy or delivery review.
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Cornwall Council approve lengthy road closure for gas mains replacement works - Cornish times
Cornwall Council has approved a lengthy road closure for gas mains replacement works.
Why it matters: A lengthy approved road closure for gas mains replacement will disrupt traffic flows and local access for an extended period.
devonlive.com
Man found with table legs stuffed down his trousers walks free with dog defence | Devon Live
A Devon man charged with possessing offensive weapons after table legs were found concealed in his trousers was acquitted after claiming they were dog-play equipment.
CornishStuff · Council
Perranporth beach dog rules return for July and August
Perranporth beach will reintroduce dog restrictions during July and August, in line with seasonal rules for the area.
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Plans for 12 dwellings on church owned land approved by Cornwall Council - Cornish times
Cornwall Council has approved plans for 12 dwellings on church-owned land.
Why it matters: Approval of 12 homes on church-owned land adds modest supply but sets a precedent for development on ecclesiastical sites in Cornwall.
CornishStuff · Council
Saltash Town Council Signs Armed Forces Covenant in Truro
Saltash Town Council has signed the Armed Forces Covenant in a ceremony held in Truro.
Why it matters: Saltash Town Council's signing of the Armed Forces Covenant formalises commitments to support serving personnel, veterans and their families.
BBC Cornwall · Council
Tree in memory of children stolen from park
Liskeard Town Council says a memorial cherry tree planted for children who died in 2022–23 has been stolen from Thorn Park.
Why it matters: Theft of a memorial tree from Thorn Park raises questions about security of community commemorations on public land in Liskeard.
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