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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  • Share I love Cornwall on Facebook Share I love Cornwall on Twitter Share I love Cornwall on Linkedin Email I love Cornwall link

    I love Cornwall

    by I love Cornwall, almost 4 years ago

    Cornwall is a stunning place and it is a privilege to live here. Understanding that tourism is part of the economy however to what cost? We must rethink and employ a professional company that actually understands the management of tourism, involving the residents with their opinions however no input from local Councillors. Cornwall’s track record in the tourism industry especially in this present climate is embarrassing. This present free for all policy damaging to the landscape: litter, erosion, fires, disturbance to livestock, vandalism. Traffic congestion and pollution to other businesses and residents. Local goods can become expensive because tourists will... Continue reading

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    Public transport and performing arts

    by Ms Scorpio, almost 4 years ago

    I am really worried about the future of public transport. Already, as I get older, I find driving at night difficult, and living in a village there is no public transport available to go out in the evening. I have loved the Park and Ride (thank you EU) but I am really worried at the permanent damage the current messages on public transport use will do in the long term. I would like to see a very cheap comprehensive network of buses, managed by Cornwall Council, to create a cleaner and safer environment, but how can this happen while the... Continue reading

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    Quality of life.

    by Jane michell, almost 4 years ago

    I have enjoyed and been reminded of how beautifull the place where I live can be without the sounds and smells of various kinds of transport. The birds are louder and the smells are sweeter the skies are cleaner and people communicated more.

    With this in mind this is what I would like to see:

    Much less use of cars (I would like to stop using mine. However this is not possible at the moment due to lack of any alternative). We need a much better transport system with a fleets of small people-carrier type vehicles ferrying people to their... Continue reading

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    we can live slower and greener

    by dorr, almost 4 years ago

    our towns in Cornwall are so set up for cars alone. I think the lockdown has shown how this needn't be the case anymore. The empty streets showed how much space we waste on cars. Post lockdown our attempts at covid friendly streets has actually been laughable cpmpared to so many other places. Our high streets will not compete with online shopping unless we make serious changes to give walking and cycling a chance. We have one, yes one, cycle stand in a town of 10,000 people. We have as many EV chargers as bike stands! We have no car... Continue reading

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    A Green way forward

    by truroresident, almost 4 years ago

    I am concerned that things may return to the way they were before the lockdown. Already thaee has been a big rise in traffic and many people who were out and about walking and cycling are saying that it has stopped being safe to do these things.

    Of course, people want the ability to travel further afield in their cars/ using public transport, but this should not be at the expense of those using non-motorised methods of getting around.


    Remember that Cornwall declared a Climate emergency and we have witnessed how quickly air quality was improved and noise levels reduced... Continue reading

  • Share Lots of sensible suggestions have been made on here. on Facebook Share Lots of sensible suggestions have been made on here. on Twitter Share Lots of sensible suggestions have been made on here. on Linkedin Email Lots of sensible suggestions have been made on here. link

    Lots of sensible suggestions have been made on here.

    by Cai, almost 4 years ago

    I agree with a lot of what has been said here. There is a lot that has been suggested that could help us all. The recent events have shown us the value of community and food security. However I have particularly noticed the clearer air, even in a place where the air is normally considered clear. I think we all would really appreciate safer cycling and walking, particularly on the smaller roads and lanes. Now the traffic has come back, I no longer feel safe. I used to cycle about many years ago, before the numbers of visitors in cars... Continue reading

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    Pick up your litter

    by kayaker , almost 4 years ago

    A bag of litter collected on a short walk round Boscolla with my grandchildren. Surely we can do better than this. I suspect most of the people are locals.

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    Comms #2

    by SandraandBella, almost 4 years ago

    Sorry J.J.G. I wrote to Breusyas saying I am a new student of Cornish and didn't understand what he/she had said and asked them to write it in English. At least I think that's what I wrote!

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    Clean Air Around Schools

    by Tony in Truro, almost 4 years ago

    Most people are aware that motor vehicles are a major cause of pollution. It is also a fact that being exposed to car exhausts causes increases in asthma in children.

    School drop off and pick up times generate heavy traffic which means air in the vicinity of schools becomes polluted.

    The Cornwall Council could play a role by creating Clean Air Zones around schools. Signs erected near schools could, for instance, say “Clean Air Zone - Please switch off your engine when stationary “.

    Also the Council could help fund and promote “safe air pedestrian routes” for use by walking... Continue reading

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    More industry and less tourism

    by Richard Willis, almost 4 years ago

    The pandemic has highlighted Cornwall's over dependence on tourism and second homes. Continuing to promote these is not sustainable and Cornwall Council should take a lead in moving our economy away from low wage, hospitality jobs towards high skilled, high wage jobs in creative and manufacturing industries.

    Peter Parker has already voiced many of the problems which accompany a continued reliance on tourism and second homes and I endorse what he has said.

    Several things have changed which should be seized upon by Cornwall Council to move our economy in the right direction. The most significant change is that technology... Continue reading

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