Coronavirus

We would like to advise that the under 12s play area at the Lawns in Padstow will NOT be reopening on Saturday 4th July. So please do not use this play area. Government has advised that outdoor play areas can reopen from the 4 July IF arrangements are in place to...

From Monday 6 July, those shielding from coronavirus can gather in groups of up to six people outdoors and form a ‘support bubble’ with another household. The Government shielding support package will remain in place until the end of July when people will no longer be...

Following the recent announcement that more businesses will be able to reopen from 4 July, Cornwall Council is continuing give advice and guidance to businesses to ensure they are COVID-safe when they reopen, which may involve changes to ensure social distancing,...

Stay alert We can all help control the virus if we all stay alert. This means you must: Stay at home as much as possible Limit contact with other people Keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible) Wash your hands regularly Self-isolate if you or...

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service and the Environmental Health department are urging people not to light outdoor fires at this time after a 43% increase in call-outs since last year. At a time when fire crews need to be on standby to help respond to this health crisis,...

Cornwall Council is saying a big thank you to residents and businesses who followed the COVID-19 social distancing and closure orders over the Easter weekend. Even with the sunny weather, beaches and other public places remained quiet and the vast majority businesses...

Cornwall Council is calling for any former or retired social workers to help Cornwall’s most vulnerable people during this time of unprecedented demand. The Council has asked anyone living in Cornwall who has experience of working in social services – including...

Click here for the latest news releases from Cornwall Council including: 7 April - People Hub phoneline set up to advise people with employment questions during Covid-19 pandemic 6 April - New domestic abuse campaign launched as cases expected to increase 3 April -...

News Release From Cornwall Council: Registration of births, deaths and marriages during Covid 19 Emergency legislation to register deaths by phone has now been implemented. None of Cornwall’s Register Offices will be open except for existing appointments to register a...

It's time to prove that Cornwall really is proud to care!  People who need care and support in Cornwall are calling on everyone who can, to urgently step up and apply for a role in Cornwall’s care sector. The call for more carers comes as Cornwall faces an...

Message from the Mayor and Deputy Mayor Dear Parish of Padstow As we all know this is truly an unprecedented situation but one we ALL play a part in.  The offers of help in our community during this difficult time is wonderful.  Volunteers getting together to...