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Full Council

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location

Council Chamber

Chair
Cllr Drew Creek
Explanation

You are hereby summoned to an ordinary meeting of the Extraordinary Full Council (Budget) which is to be held on Wednesday 21 January 2026 at 7pm in the Council Chamber, Municipal Offices, Marcus Hill, Newquay to transact the business contained in the attached agenda and associated papers.


The link for the public to virtually attend or view the live stream can be found here: MEETING LINK

Agenda documents

Agenda items

  1. 1

    To receive and accept apologies for absence.

  2. 2

    To receive Declarations of Interest and Dispensations awarded in respect of items on the agenda.

  3. 3

    To take as read and confirm as accurate the minutes of the meetings held on:

  4. 3.A

    Decision

    A. 03 December 2025

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr S Thomson and

    RESOLVED unanimously that the Minutes of the Full Council meeting held 03 December 2025 are a true reflection of the meeting and had been adopted.
  5. 4

    To discuss or note any matters arising from the minutes under item 3.


    This is for information only unless specific matters/items are on the agenda for decision.

  6. 5

    To receive and note the list of Correspondence and to refer or respond accordingly (if any)


    Please note any emails or letters that have already been circulated to members will not be included unless a decision is needed that cannot be dealt with outside of Full Council or a committee.

  7. 6

    To receive previously notified public questions from attending electors of Newquay.


    In line with Standing Order 3(e), members of the public may make representations, answer questions and give evidence at a meeting which they are entitled to attend in respect of the business on the agenda of the meeting.


    In line with Standing Order 3(f), the time allowed under this item is 15 minutes unless directed by the Chair.


    In line with Standing Order 3(g), members of the public shall not speak for more than 3 minutes.

  8. 7

    To receive and approve the Financial Statements of the Town Council (to follow if not attached).

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr M North and

    RESOLVED unanimously to note the payments list totalling £383,327.10
  9. 8

    To receive and note the following committee minutes/reports and to consider and make decisions on any recommendations and proposals to Full Council contained therein (unless otherwise dealt with at the previous Full Council meeting):

  10. 8.A

    To receive and note the minutes of the Governance and Resources committee.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr S Thomson, seconded by Cllr S Carter and

    RESOLVED unanimously to note the minutes of the Governance and Resources (G&R) Committee held on 12 January 2026
  11. 8.A.i

    It was Proposed by Cllr Thomson, Seconded by Cllr Slade and RESOLVED unanimously to RECOMMEND to Full Council the following as set out in the Budget Report:
    2026/27 Gross Expenditure Budget = £3,948,460.18
    2026/27 Precept = £3,387,796
    2026/27 General Fund Balance = 3.5 months
    to include all associated Earmarked Reserve Movements and budget balances.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr S Thomson, seconded by Cllr M North and


    RESOLVED to adopt the below budget and precept from the report as set out as the submission to Cornwall Council for the 2026/27 finanical year.
    2026/27 Gross Expenditure Budget = £3,948,460.18
    2026/27 Precept = £3,387,796
    2026/27 General Fund Balance = 3.5 months
    to include all associated Earmarked Reserve Movements and budget balances.

    1 member voted against
    The CEO provided members with an overview of the budget report included in members packs.


    Members discussed and raised numerous questions about the budget.


    A boundary review was raised and requests were asked of the Cornwall Councillors in the room to write to Cornwall Council. Cllr J Kenny will initiate this at the next P&L Committee Meeting.
  12. 8.A.ii

    It was Proposed by Cllr Thomson, Seconded by Cllr Creek and RESOLVED unanimously to RECOMMEND to Full Council that having considered the effectiveness of the internal audit and controls, that it considers these measures to be adequate and effective and can confirm the independence and effectiveness of the Internal Auditor, Steve Hudson.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr S Thomson, seconded by Cllr D Creek and

    RESOLVED unanimously to****confirm that having considered the effectiveness of the internal audit and controls, it considers these measures to be adequate and effective and can confirm the independence and effectiveness of the Internal Auditor, Steve Hudson.
  13. 8.A.iii

    It was Proposed by Cllr Creek, Seconded by Cllr Slade and RESOLVED unanimously to RECOMMEND the updated Scheme of Delegation for formal adoption as set out.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr J Kenny and

    RESOLVED unanimously to adopt the scheme of delegation as set out

    The Mayor gave members an overview of the updated scheme of delegation.

    Members discussed.
  14. 8.A.iv

    It was Proposed by Cllr Thomson, Seconded by Cllr Creek and RESOLVED unanimously to RECOMMEND formal sign-up to the Civility and Respect Pledge as set out in the report and to embed this culture into every relevant policy and how we operate as a Council.

    Decision

    The CEO provided members with an overview of the written report in their packs.

    Members discussed.

    Cllr J Brook asked how many other Councils have signed up, the CEO informed members that the larger Councils predominantly have adopted this as they have been able to with their policy setting, will ask the question and circulate the answer to members. Cllr J Brook would like this promoted to get as many Parish and Town councils on board as well. The Mayor tasked the People Manager to make this a KPI which will run through the G&R Committee to make it measurable.
    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr S Thomson and

    RESOLVED to formally sign-up to the Civility and Respect Pledge as set out in the report and to embed this culture into every relevant policy and how we operate as a Council.

    1 member abstained.
  15. 8.A.v

    It was Proposed by Cllr Thomson, Seconded by Cllr Slade and RESOLVED unanimously to RECOMMEND the release of £10,795 from the CIL EMR towards the costs of replacing the railings on the Killacourt

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr S Slade and

    RESOLVED unanimously to the release of £10,795 from the CIL EMR towards the costs of replacing the railings on the Killacourt
  16. 8.B

    To receive and note the minutes of the Planning and Licensing committee.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr S Thomson, seconded by Cllr S Carter and

    RESOLVED unanimously to note the minutes of the Planning & Licensing (P&L) Committee held on the 12 and 26 November and 10 December 2025
  17. 8.B.i

  18. 8.B.ii

  19. 8.B.iii

  20. 8.C

    To receive, consider and make decisions on the following recommendations:


    Please note
    Due to the agenda publication deadlines, the draft minutes from this meeting are not available, but will be noted at the next Full Council meeting.

  21. 8.C.i

    It was proposed by Cllr K Norman, seconded by Cllr J Taylor and RESOLVED unanimously to recommend to full council that £3,375.56 is released from the CCTV EMR and support E&F’s recommendation to engage with Enerveo for the procurement and installation of two cameras to improve coverage of the park, including the extended area, toilets, and bins, and to proceed with the installation following receipt of the revised quote.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr M North and

    RESOLVED that £3,375.56 is released from the CCTV EMR and support E&F’s recommendation to engage with Enerveo for the procurement and installation of two cameras to improve coverage of the park, including the extended area, toilets, and bins, and to proceed with the installation following receipt of the revised quote.
  22. 9

    To receive reports from members who sit on outside bodies as well as issues and motions received, in line with Standing Order 9B, from members in relation to Newquay Town Council.
    **
    **Discussions under this item are for information only unless specifically listed on the agenda for a decision and proposals are on the agenda or have been correctly notified in accordance with standing orders ahead of the meeting.

    Any concerns being raised or requests for information should be communicated to the Town Clerk as soon as possible and in good time before the meeting, to ensure they have been afforded the time to look into the matter. Failure to do this is likely to result in the Town Clerk having to note the matter and responding at a later date via email or at a future Council or committee meeting as appropriate.

  23. 9.A

    To receive, consider and made a decision on the Option to Tax proposals as contained in the Report from the Chief Finance Officer.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr S Thomson and

    RESOLVED unanimously to elect to ‘Opt to Tax’ the Marcus Hill Building
  24. 9.B

    To receive a verbal statement from Cllr Morris on their position on E&F Committee and to make any decisions relating to that statement.

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr N Morris, seconded by Cllr D Creek and

    RESOLVED unanimously for Cllr N Morris to resign from the E&F committee with immediate effect.
  25. 9.C

    Cllr N Morris - Protocol for Cooling Off & Call In of Exempt Committee Decisions (Public Impact Cases)
    That Council RESOLVES to adopt the Protocol for Cooling‑Off & Call‑In of Exempt Committee Decisions (Public‑Impact Cases) set out at Appendix A, and to instruct the Chief Executive to incorporate it into the Council’s Standing Orders and Scheme of Delegation.

  26. 10

    To resolve that pursuant to Section 1(2) of the Public Bodies (Admission to meetings) Act 1960 the public and press leave the meeting because of the confidential nature of the business to be transacted.

  27. 10.A

    To discuss and make any decisions in relation to a possible devolution opportunity from Cornwall Council

    Decision

    It was proposed by Cllr N Morris, seconded by Cllr J Kenny and

    RESOLVED to wait and see if the 6 months period of stay is triggered, if it is then the Town Council will consider the matter and will require more information on the CIC and its proposed future use at a future meeting of the Council.

    1 member objected
    1 member abstained
  28. 10.B

    It was proposed to Cllr M North, seconded by Cllr S Slade and
    RRECOMMEND to Full Council to agree to the disposal of Chester Road & Pentire Headland Facilities resulting in asset release.

    Decisions

    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr J Kenny and

    RESOLVED unanimously to REFER the matter to the E&F Committee to review and reconsider the proposal, bringing back to Full Council more information on options, including detailed reports on the operating costs and usage.
    It was proposed by Cllr D Creek, seconded by Cllr S Slade and

    RESOLVED to REFER this matter to the E&F Committee to explore a Scheme as set out in the Equality Impact Assessment. Subject to achieving that, disposal of the asset can proceed.

    4 members voted against
  29. 11

    To raise and discuss other business at the Chairman’s discretion (for information only)

  30. 12

    The next scheduled Full Council meeting will take place on Wednesday 04 March 2026 at 7pm in the Council Chamber, Municipal Offices, Marcus Hill, Newquay.