News
Honouring Cllr Keith Stevens
Everyone at Cornwall ALC are saddened to hear of the passing of NALC Chair, Keith Stevens. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time: Honouring Cllr Keith Stevens
Posted: Wed, 12 Nov 2025
CALC AGM 2025
CALC are delighted to invite councillors from our member Councils across Cornwall to a face-to-face CALC Annual General Meeting.
On Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 7pm in the Community Centre at St Erme, near Truro. Refreshments will be available from 6.30pm.
SPEAKER
We welcome Cllr Sarah Preece, Cornwall Council portfolio holder for Tourism, Localism and Planning – will be joined by a senior member...
Posted: Wed, 5 Nov 2025
Assertion 10: Digital & Data Compliance
On Tuesday 18th November CALC will be holding a short, sharp online briefing designed for clerks - particularly for small and medium councils, although it is not exclusive. This is not a comprehensive deep dive—it's a practical and pragmatic walkthrough of the real-world steps you need to consider taking to comply with the new Assertion 10 requirements in the 2025/26 AGAR.
The briefing is FREE...
Posted: Mon, 20 Oct 2025
CALC Appoints a New Deputy County Executive Officer
We're delighted to announce the appointment of Mary Gosling as Deputy County Executive Officer.
Mary is a highly respected and well-known figure among local councils across Cornwall, having worked as Clerk/RFO for Ponsanooth and Gweek Parish Councils. She brings a wealth of practical knowledge and experience spanning council governance, finance, policy development, funding bids and community development....
Posted: Mon, 20 Oct 2025
The Home Office - FREE webinar on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also commonly known as Martyn's Law.
You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also commonly known as Martyn's Law.
Agenda for the Webinar
- Provide an overview of the Terrorism Protection of Premises Act 2025
- Outline what it means for all premises and events in scope
- Provide information on next steps
- Allow time for Q&A's (where feasible)
Background
The Act received Royal Assent on 3...
Posted: Mon, 20 Oct 2025
CALC AGM 2025
Cornwall Association of Local Councils will hold its AGM on 11th November (agenda forthcoming nearer the time).
After the AGM we are aware that there will be at least three vacancies on the board of CALC. We are seeking applications from interested councillors to join the CALC executive board, and to this end we request that you forward this email and the attached role profile and application form to...
Posted: Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Marking the Moment: Sarah Mason’s farewell and what’s next for CALC
Cornwall Association of Local Councils (CALC) is preparing to say goodbye to a familiar and much-respected face. Sarah Mason, who has been at the heart of the organisation for over 25 years, will be stepping down at the end of August 2025.
Posted: Mon, 7 Jul 2025
Become the Deputy County Executive Officer for Cornwall!
CALC are now recruiting to fill a new role of Deputy CEO after a restructure.
For full information see www.cornwallalc.org.uk/job-vacancies
Closing date 14th July 2025.
Posted: Tue, 17 Jun 2025
The Parish Council Domains Helper Service latest update
The Parish Council Domains Helper Service has now allocated 100% of their funding set aside to help councils move over to a .gov.uk domain name.
However, there is still a compelling case for change - costs are lower than ever before, and councils and their communities will benefit from a safer, more professional online presence.
The Parish Council Domains Helper Service will continue to offer support...
Posted: Mon, 13 Jan 2025
NALC announces Star Council Awards 2024 finalists
NALC have unveiled the prestigious Star Council Awards 2024 finalists, showcasing the best of England's parish and town councils.
This annual celebration of innovation and commitment highlights the transformative contributions of councils, councillors, clerks, county associations and council staff to their communities.
These awards reflect the vibrant spirit, commitment, and creativity characterising...
Posted: Tue, 10 Dec 2024
