Falmouth Town council having declared a climate emergency, have been looking at simple ways to begin implementing small changes to the way we do things in our community. Some of these projects, will take a little longer to make them sustainable and we are certain will be well received, but some we can implement immediately.
One of those is our Terracycle crisp packet recycling scheme.
Falmouth Town Council is responsible for the maintenance of Falmouth Cemetery including the upkeep of all grassed areas, walls, paths & buildings. It is the responsibility of the next of kin to ensure that memorials are kept in good order and that mowers and machinery are not obstructed by incorrectly positioned flower containers and other tributes. With this in mind, the Council has regulations to keep the burial grounds in a clean and well-ordered condition – the best mark of respect.
1. An election is to be held for a Member to serve in Parliament for the Truro and Falmouth Constituency.
The Falmouth Green Corridor Forum, a new community volunteer group formed earlier this year, has now established an action plan to conserve, enhance and promote the woodlands, habitats, ecosystem and green spaces which border the Bickland Stream as it flows from its source at Kergilliack to its outlet at Swanpool Beach.
Members of the Royal Naval Association gathered at the Council Chamber to present the Town Mayor, Councillor Steve Eva, with the Netherlands plate for safe keeping and public display.
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The Council provides environmental services in an innovative way and is seeking to recruit the above role. This could be two part-time or one full-time role depending on the candidates.
Working closely with groups and partners including Cornwall Council, Town Management, Cormac Solutions, Universities, waste contractors, the Police, community groups and others this role will assist the delivery of education and awareness campaigns to the public.
Several residents have asked their Councillors about contacting the Police. Sarah Newton MP contacted Inspector Thompson who has provided the below information which you might find helpful when Reporting Crime and Contacting the Police:
In order to contact the police the methods below are best practice:
Devon and Cornwall Police are looking for Volunteers in and around the Falmouth area to help support the Volunteer Police Cadet (VPC) groups who volunteer within their local communities, attending various events throughout the year and helping with the smooth running of weekly sessions at their local police station.
