Strategic Planning Committee
Strategic Planning Committee - 16 July 2026
Strategic Planning Committee met. Summary pending.
The Daily Brief · Cornwall Political Watch
Thursday, 16 July 2026 · 8 items
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Solar farm plans refused, £2.1m ERDF clawback upheld against Cornwall Council
Cornwall Council's Strategic Planning Committee rejected EDF's 200-acre solar farm application, while a court upheld a £2.1m ERDF clawback against the council. Other developments include early housing plans in Camelford and a move to cashless car parks.
BBC Cornwall · Council
Solar farm plans refused after council vote
Cornwall Council's Strategic Planning Committee rejected EDF's plans for a 200-acre solar farm across 19 fields near St Stephen.
Why it matters: The rejection of a large-scale solar farm by the Strategic Planning Committee signals potential shifts in local renewable energy policy
On the council
In the press
Google News Cornwall · Council
Cornwall Council's court case against the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government resulted in a £2.1m ERDF clawback being upheld.
Why it matters: The upheld £2.1m clawback represents a significant financial loss for Cornwall Council and could affect future EU funding relations
Cornwall Reports · Council
Devonwall: the neighbours finally get their ducks in a row
Devon and Cornwall have reportedly organized their arrangements in a plan referred to as "Devonwall.
Cornwall Reports · Council
Reform and Labour give Truro elections a miss
Reform and Labour did not contest the Truro elections.
Why it matters: The absence of Reform and Labour from Truro elections may consolidate local political dynamics
Google News Cornwall · Council
Early plans to build houses in Camelford submitted to council - Holsworthy Post
Initial plans to build houses in Camelford have been submitted to the council.
Google News Cornwall · Council
Cornwall Council simplifies process for free school meal eligibility - Rayo
Cornwall Council has simplified the process for determining free school meal eligibility, according to Rayo.
Google News Cornwall · Council
Most Cornwall Council-run car parks to go cashless - AOL.com
Most Cornwall Council-run car parks are set to go cashless.
Why it matters: The transition to cashless car parks could impact residents without digital payment access
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