The Cornwall We Want

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In March 2020 people across the whole country experienced a massive change to their way of life. Our resident’s survey in June 2020 showed us that this had triggered an appetite for change. Although there were some very negative side effects of the pandemic, the more positive changes made people realise that life could be different and only 1 in ten people wanted every thing to go back to the way it was before the pandemic.

So we launched “The Cornwall We Want” campaign on 26 June 2020, to hear more from residents about the changes they want for future generations.

We heard from a wide range of people, all across Cornwall. Over 25,000 people visited this online platform to take part in the conversation about the Cornwall we want. Over 900 people have taken part in discussions, round tables and focus groups. Our 3 livestreamed discussions have been watched back over 16,000 times.

You can read more about the ways people could have their say and what we heard from them in this report.

The feedback we heard from residents has been used to shape the vision set out in ‘Gyllyn Warbarth, Together we can: The Cornwall Plan’.

In March 2020 people across the whole country experienced a massive change to their way of life. Our resident’s survey in June 2020 showed us that this had triggered an appetite for change. Although there were some very negative side effects of the pandemic, the more positive changes made people realise that life could be different and only 1 in ten people wanted every thing to go back to the way it was before the pandemic.

So we launched “The Cornwall We Want” campaign on 26 June 2020, to hear more from residents about the changes they want for future generations.

We heard from a wide range of people, all across Cornwall. Over 25,000 people visited this online platform to take part in the conversation about the Cornwall we want. Over 900 people have taken part in discussions, round tables and focus groups. Our 3 livestreamed discussions have been watched back over 16,000 times.

You can read more about the ways people could have their say and what we heard from them in this report.

The feedback we heard from residents has been used to shape the vision set out in ‘Gyllyn Warbarth, Together we can: The Cornwall Plan’.

What are your hopes and fears for the future?


What has your experience of the lockdown been? Has the lockdown made you think again about what matters in your life? What changes do you want to make? What do you want the ‘new normal’ to look like for you, your business or your community? What do you see as the challenges and opportunities to achieving those aims?

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    Less cars and planes, more peace and wildlife.

    by Easypacecleanair, over 4 years ago

    The peace, quiet, boon for wildlife and the community actions and bonding were more than just great consolation for the complications of lockdown, they showed us what we can do, don't need, really need, really miss and a little of what we probably have to do to survive and thrive as a species. Lockdown and concerns about the virus reinforced our sense of gratitude about where we live, have strengthened our resolve not to use a car for short journeys and to accept the restrictions , while enjoying the cultural immersions and chance to watch the places go by, that... Continue reading

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    Leadership with courage and vision

    by CM, over 4 years ago

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    But it needs leaders who have ideals, vision, intelligence and courage, who are willing to take hard decisions that thou not always popular may be necessary to lead us to the place where we need to be.

    No schizophrenic approaches such as some that have been seen - declaring a climate emergency while promoting airport development.

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    What lies behind the "Green Mask"

    by JaneW, over 4 years ago

    As a Cornish woman unable to work during the lock up, I have been able to view the construction going on in the county and spend time thinking about what we are walking into with our eyes wide shut and indeed about the "new norms" - a phrase I hate with passion.

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    Looking after our county and its residents

    by Melanie, over 4 years ago

    Our beautiful county attracts huge numbers to its resorts and attractions; and normally that would be a boon for all of those involved in the tourist industry, I understand that our local economy is driven by visitors, but... we have so many elderly vulnerable residents in Cornwall, who are parents, grandparents and relatives to the wider community, many are scared to leave their homes and dreading the next few months. Already people are not giving space to others in shops, resulting in local residents feeling increasingly vulnerable. The co-morbidity of many of our residents puts them at a greater risk... Continue reading

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    Support services

    by Brianne, over 4 years ago

    As someone who has been categorised as highly vulnerable during the virus outbreak, I truely valued the efforts made by my carers to continue helping me. Public services like this should be valued and given the support that they need.

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    Economy & development

    by CaringCornishman, over 4 years ago

    I’m not close to or very aware of actual measures taken already/routinely by Cornwall Council and other bodies to encourage investment & development of (sustainable) “industry” in Cornwall. BUT, there are three common threads from previous posts that just seem so pertinent for a more positive Cornish future.

    Firstly, keeping tourism within sustainable bounds. Leaving aside Covid-19, Cornwall hardly needs to advertise it’s attractions: seems to me Cornwall already has a national and international reputation that attracts quite sufficient visitors.

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    A Cornwall where local people count

    by Peter11, over 4 years ago

    I feel that local people have been well and truly forgotten. All I read in the local media is about tourists and second homes. What about those of us who live and work here, from generations of others who have done the same? The council doesn't seem to want to listen to our concerns about what we actually see happening to the place where we live. It's being abused and that is plain for all to see. A reckless choice has been made to go down the path of massed tourism which is damaging in the extreme. I have no... Continue reading

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    Cycling in North Cornwall during lockdown

    by AlanB, over 4 years ago

    I'm an enthusiastic cyclist. Cycling during lockdown was great. The reduced traffic levels meant that I could take my exercise on virtually traffic free roads. It was a really good experience and one that I think would encourage more people to get out on their bikes. Traffic levels have now (27 June 2020) returned to almost pre-lockdown levels.

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    It has been much better in Cornwall.

    by Ariette, over 4 years ago

    How lovely it has been taking walks in the countryside and on the coast while the lockdown has been in place. Until recently it has been noticeably cleaner where litter is concerned and the air much better for me being asthmatic. It reminded me of how things were in my childhood when people were more respectful of our environment (leaving litter anywhere would not have entered anyones' mind!) and visitors were far fewer, coming only in the school summer holidays.

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    A bit off piste, but ...

    by CaringCornishman, over 4 years ago

    ... I wish to congratulate the graphics artist who conjured up the pictorial header/banner for The Cornwall We Want. It's so good!

    Of course, (sort of on topic) I'm hoping the commissioned artist is Cornish and studied here and is now able to live and work in Cornwall !!

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