The Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Cornwall Council met on Tuesday, 3rd March 2026. The meeting's agenda included discussions on the Cornwall Road Safety Strategy, updates from Cabinet Members, and the Off-Street Parking Order.

Cornwall Road Safety Strategy

A significant portion of the meeting was scheduled to be dedicated to the Cornwall Road Safety Strategy. The strategy aims to eliminate fatal and serious injuries on Cornwall's roads by 2040, with interim targets of a 50% reduction by 2030. The approach is based on the internationally recognised Safe System model, which acknowledges that human error is inevitable and that road networks should be designed to minimise the severity of collisions when mistakes occur. The strategy outlines six key objectives, including embedding Safe System principles, targeting resources effectively, improving safety for all road users, reducing transport-related harm, delivering focused education, and strengthening partnership working. An action plan is structured around five components of the Safe System: Safe Roads and Roadsides, Safe Road Users, Safe Speeds, Safe Vehicles, and Post-Crash Response. The report highlighted that while overall casualty numbers have declined, the proportion of collisions resulting in death or serious injury remains a concern, particularly for young drivers, motorcyclists, older people, and rural road users. The strategy is supported by an increase in targeted investment into road safety, funded through the consolidated Local Transport Funding Settlement.

Questions from Members to Cabinet Members

Members were scheduled to ask questions to Cabinet Members on their respective reports. Councillor Dan Rogerson, Portfolio Holder for Transport, was expected to provide updates on proposals for overnight camping in Cornwall Council car parks, longer-term van dwelling sites, and the commencement of public consultation on the Off Street Parking Order. Councillor Sarah Preece, Portfolio Holder for Tourism, Localism and Planning, was scheduled to address questions regarding the funding and cost of the Global Cornish launch event, and the situation with Visit Cornwall following its liquidation. Councillor Tim Dwelly, Portfolio Holder for Economic Regeneration and Investment, was expected to discuss the outlook for Cornwall's minerals strategy and lithium jobs, and how the Council can assist businesses facing business rate hikes. Councillor Peter La Broy, Portfolio Holder for Housing, was to be questioned on the adequacy of a £24 million investment over four years for housing improvements, the maintenance of affordable housing targets despite viability challenges, and how a stagnating housing market is being considered in future strategy. Councillor Loic Rich, Portfolio Holder for Environment and Climate Change, was to address specific car park or street lighting issues, with a particular note of street lighting issues in Torpoint.

Off Street Parking Order

The committee was scheduled to consider the Off-Street Parking Order 2026. This report detailed proposed changes to parking charges and associated products across Cornwall Council car parks. Key proposals included varying parking charges to reflect inflation and support traffic management, removing the 2-3 hour tariff in long-stay car parks, converting Tolcarne Road in Newquay and Trengrouse Way in Helston to long-stay car parks, and converting Cattle Market car park in Liskeard to short-stay. The report also outlined an increase in the price of 'Reserved' Parking Permits, the removal of Broadsyard, Downderry from the Order, and the introduction of a motorhome prohibition on Commercial Road, Hayle. Additionally, proposals included reducing the JustPark Wallet minimum spend to £35.00, renaming Tintagel Visitors Centre car park to Bossiney Road, and introducing motorhome charges in several car parks. The report also detailed the introduction of winter charges and new charges in previously free car parks, following a public consultation.

Public Questions

An opportunity was scheduled for members of the public to ask questions to the Committee. One question was received from Mr. Timothy Pullen regarding the withdrawal of a bus stop in Mousehole and the possibility of retaining it.

Updates from Cabinet Members

Updates were also expected from the Cabinet Members for Environment and Climate Change and Tourism, Localism and Planning. Councillor Tim Dwelly, Portfolio Holder for Economic Regeneration and Investment, provided an update on the Kernow Industrial Growth Fund, the Cornwall Evergreen Fund, and the challenges faced with the Public Service Obligation (PSO) route between Cornwall Airport Newquay and London. Councillor Peter La Broy, Portfolio Holder for Housing, reported on the disposal of unused Solohaus units, the Housing Revenue Account Business Plan, the Cornwall Housing Growth Prospectus, and efforts to reduce temporary accommodation. Councillor Dan Rogerson, Portfolio Holder for Transport, provided feedback on the Comprehensive Spending Review, including changes to proposed savings on concessionary bus fares. He also highlighted the upcoming Road Safety Strategy review and updates on parking order changes, including motorhome parking.

Other Business

The agenda also included an item for Any Other Business that the Chairman Considers to be of Urgency.