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18 hours ago
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'Delighted' council leader announces new cabinet
Cornwall Council's leader has announced the appointment of his new cabinet. Liberal Democrat councillor Leigh Frost was voted leader with coalition support from the Independent group for Cornwall with 53 votes for and 25 abstentions, on 20 May. Reform UK won 28 seats in the local election, the largest number won by a party, but it fell short of the 44 seats needed for a majority. Frost said he was "delighted" with the new the new cabinet team, adding it was "united by a shared commitment to improving the lives of people across Cornwall". "We'll be working closely with residents, businesses, and community groups to shape a Cornwall that works for everyone," he said. "We are driven by common sense principles. Every decision we make will be focused on putting people first." Deputy leader, Adam Paynter, added: "Despite the situation we have inherited we are determined to deliver services that people can rely on." Councillor Leigh Frost – leader of Cornwall Council Councillor Adam Paynter – deputy leader and portfolio holder for resources Councillor Jim McKenna – cabinet member for adult social care and health partnerships Councillor Hilary Frank – cabinet member for children, families and schools Councillor Sarah Preece – cabinet member for tourism, localism and planning Councillor Thalia Marrington – cabinet member for community safety and public health Councillor Loic Rich – cabinet member for environment and climate change Councillor Tim Dwelly – cabinet member for economic regeneration and investment Councillor Peter La Broy – cabinet member for housing Councillor Dan Rogerson – cabinet member for transport More news stories for Cornwall Listen to the latest news for Cornwall Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Reform in opposition as council leader elected Council leader pledges 'getting back to basics' Cornwall Council
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18 hours ago
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Post-Medieval gold coin and 'Posie' ring found in Cornwall now declared treasure
Two historical artefacts have been officially declared treasure following separate inquests in Cornwall. A rare gold 'touch piece' from the reign of King James and a gold posie ring, both confirmed to be more than 300 years old, have been found in separate locations in the Duchy. On January 29, 2023, Mr Alan Williams discovered the ring using a metal detector on land with the permission of Mr and Mrs Hereford, owners of the land. Identified as a Medieval-style Posie ring, the gold band is distinguished by the clear inscription engraved upon it: 'If Worthy None, So Happy', followed by the initials 'ET'. The band has an internal diameter of approximately 18 millimetres and a width of 5mm. During the inquest on Monday, June 2, Assistant Coroner for Cornwall, Guy Davies, read out a curator's report which revealed the meaning behind the words on the ring. He said: 'Posie rings were popular for various occasions, often as tokens of love, friendship, or affection.' Read Next: Police prepare for thousands at Royal Cornwall Show with vehicle patrols He added that rings with the same wording have been found in other parts of the UK, including one in Wales. The ring, confirmed to be more than 300 years old and containing more than ten per cent precious metal, now belongs to the Duchy of Cornwall. Mr Davies added that the British Museum is set to acquire it, through Cornwall's own Constantine Museum, expressing an interest in housing the artefact. The second item was a gold post-medieval coin, discovered on April 17, 2024, by Mr Dalton. He found the coin while metal detecting with permission on a beach above high water in the district of Kerrier, buried 12 centimetres deep in sand. The land where he coin was found is owned by Cornwall Council. A curator's report, presented to the court by Laura Miucci (former Finds Liaison Officer) with contributions from Dr Deniese Wilding of the British Museum, shed light on the coin's significance. 'It's described as a well-preserved complete gold touch piece, which is a ceremonial coin from the reign of King James II,' the report, read by Mr Davies, said. 'Dating from 1685 to 1688, these touch pieces formed part of the ceremony of touching for the King's evil, which is a ritual during which English Monarchs exercise their gift of healing the disease of scrofula. The afflicted received a momentum in the form of a touch piece suspended on a white ribbon. 'After the restoration of Charles II in 1660, special non-monetary gold pieces were made for this ceremony. 'This practice was ended by George I, who supposedly thought the practice was too Catholic. Of course, our coin here, from the reign of James II, a monarch with famously Catholic leanings.' Read Next: Woman who shone laser beam at police helicopter 'acted recklessly and stupidly' Similar examples of these touch pieces have been found across England. Mr Davies noted the interest in the artefact: 'I have a note that I've received from the British Museum indicating that there is interest in this item, Marazion Museum wish to acquire this item.' Concluding the inquest for the coin, Mr Davies said: 'This object is more than 300 years old and it is composed of more than ten per cent precious metal. 'I find it to be a complete gold touch piece from the reign of James II, 1685 to 1688. I find this item, this gold coin, is treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996.'
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18 hours ago
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Cornwall Council leader announces new cabinet
Cornwall Council's leader has announced the appointment of his new Democrat councillor Leigh Frost was voted leader with coalition support from the Independent group for Cornwall with 53 votes for and 25 abstentions, on 20 UK won 28 seats in the local election, the largest number won by a party, but it fell short of the 44 seats needed for a said he was "delighted" with the new the new cabinet team, adding it was "united by a shared commitment to improving the lives of people across Cornwall". 'Common sense' "We'll be working closely with residents, businesses, and community groups to shape a Cornwall that works for everyone," he said."We are driven by common sense principles. Every decision we make will be focused on putting people first."Deputy leader, Adam Paynter, added: "Despite the situation we have inherited we are determined to deliver services that people can rely on." Full list of cabinet members Councillor Leigh Frost – leader of Cornwall CouncilCouncillor Adam Paynter – deputy leader and portfolio holder for resourcesCouncillor Jim McKenna – cabinet member for adult social care and health partnershipsCouncillor Hilary Frank – cabinet member for children, families and schoolsCouncillor Sarah Preece – cabinet member for tourism, localism and planningCouncillor Thalia Marrington – cabinet member for community safety and public healthCouncillor Loic Rich – cabinet member for environment and climate changeCouncillor Tim Dwelly – cabinet member for economic regeneration and investmentCouncillor Peter La Broy – cabinet member for housingCouncillor Dan Rogerson – cabinet member for transport
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5 days ago
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Funding boost for Cornish trail extension project
A popular Cornish trail's potential extension has taken a step forward after a funding was secured for part of the project. North Cornwall MP Ben Maguire said a large portion of the £200,000 funding needed for a feasibility study to look into extending the Camel Trail to Camelford had been secured from the government and Cornwall Council. The 18-mile (29km) path used by about 400,000 cyclists and walkers every year currently runs along a disused railway line from Padstow to Wenfordbridge. Maguire said extending the trail felt like a "no-brainer" and the idea has also been welcomed by traders who felt it could boost business in Camelford. He said it was "very early days" as more funding would be needed before the feasibility study could take place. If the project does happen, he said it would be a "brilliant boost for north Cornwall, for Camelford and actually Cornwall as a whole" for a "fantastic multi-use trail that's already a huge success story". More news stories for Cornwall Listen to the latest news for Cornwall Kelly Arries, director of Wadebridge-based Bridge Bike Hire, said the trail was a "massive asset" locally and extending it to Camelford would be a great idea. She said: "I think it's really exciting and Camelford has loads to gain from it." Jamie Squire, landlord of The Mason Arms in Camelford, said he was slightly sceptical about where the trail would go in the town, but thought it would help encourage more people to visit. "I think it would bring more people into Camelford because at the minute it's just passing trade," he said. Mark Burnett, Cornwall Councillor for Camelford and Boscastle, said he fully supported the idea. Burnett said: "It makes perfect sense because part of the name Camelford is in the name of the Camel Trail. "Anything that brings footfall and increased tourism into the town using the shops, the cafes, the pubs and other facilities has got to be welcomed in my view." Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ The Camel Trail
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7 days ago
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Lifestyle motivation for Cornwall move
Most people who moved to Cornwall did so for lifestyle reasons rather than work, a study has Institute of Cornish Studies at the University of Exeter said its New Household Survey 2024-25 looked at the differences between people who lived in homes built in the last 10 years and those in older properties across the said the research, which received support from Cornwall Council, showed 55% of people who moved to the county rated job opportunities as the least important reason for added 64% of the nearly 1,000 respondents said environmental quality was the most important reason behind their move while 41% rated re-joining family as the top reason. The study said retirement had been marked as the most important reason behind their move to Cornwall."Many respondents moved to Cornwall in search of a slower, more peaceful lifestyle away from the busyness of cities," researchers said."The desire for a quieter, more relaxed pace of life was a key driver for relocation. "Cornwall was perceived as a place that offers tranquillity, community, and a better work-life balance, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a lifestyle change."
