Paradise Triangle Biodiversity Survey

Thank you to everyone who took part in the Parish Council’s recent survey on the Paradise Triangle re-wilding project and biodiversity priorities within the parish. A total of 49 responses were received. The results showed broad support for biodiversity initiatives, with many respondents recognising the importance of supporting wildlife and pollinators. Views on the Paradise…

Mobile Phone Mast – Backup Generator

Forrabury and Minster Parish Council welcomes the submission of a planning application for permanent battery backup infrastructure at the Boscastle mobile mast. The proposal represents a positive step towards improving local communications resilience during power outages, particularly following recent incidents where the village experienced simultaneous electricity and mobile network failures. The Parish Council has consistently…

Nominate Your Community Champion

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for the parish? Someone who quietly makes a big difference in our community? Now is the time to recognise them. Forrabury & Minster Parish Council’s Community Award celebrates individuals who live, work, or volunteer in the parish and have made a significant positive impact. Whether through…

Report issues in our community directly to Cornwall Council

Did you know you can quickly and easily report problems online using Cornwall Council’s “Report Something” page? https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/report-something/ Examples of what you can report include: Potholes and road defects Streetlights not working Fly-tipping or overflowing bins Fallen trees or blocked footpaths Damaged pavements Flooding or drainage problems Using this service helps get issues logged straight…

Parish Council supports ‘no confidence motion’ in Cornwall Council’s planning and enforcement

Parish Council supports ‘no confidence motion’ in Cornwall Council’s planning and enforcement Our Parish Council has joined Marazion Town Council in expressing frustration over Cornwall Council’s failure to enforce planning regulations. Too often, local objections are ignored, and unauthorised developments go unchecked. We believe planning enforcement must be strengthened to protect our community and ensure…

Policing in Our Community

On Thursday, 9th January, Inspector Greg Hodgkiss and PC Michael Lenehan of Devon and Cornwall Police attended the Forrabury and Minster Parish Council meeting to discuss policing in Boscastle and the surrounding area. The meeting provided an opportunity for the Police to share their priorities, present crime statistics, and listen to concerns raised by Councillors…