Plans for the future of the Dolcoath site in Camborne will be discussed when Cornwall Council’s Cabinet meets at County Hall in Truro tomorrow (Wednesday 20).

The decision to close the offices was taken last July after a study showed that the offices now see occupancy running at around just 10% of capacity. Continuing to use the building would require an investment to repair the building and make it fit for the future, as well as incurring higher running costs.

It was instead decided that all resident-facing services currently offered at Dolcoath would be transferred to the council’s nearby South Wheal Crofty offices, while public meetings will be transferred to Kresen Kernow.

Now, following the marketing of the site, a preferred bidder has been identified, with Cabinet due to make a final decision on Wednesday.

Also on the agenda are a number of items relating to Adult Social Care. Following a period of engagement with people who use the council’s day opportunities and respite services, these include a proposal to adapt how the council contracts its services. This new, flexible contracting system will allow providers to adapt their offer according to how people want to spend their time.

A business case that will support people with health and social care needs to access to good quality housing options with the right types of care and support will also be discussed, alongside an item on the Pydar Regeneration project and a report into Sustainable Tourism. 

Cllr Linda Taylor, leader of Cornwall Council said: “This administration is always looking to maximise value for money for our residents, and it was clear that continuing to use the Dolcoath offices was not financially viable.

“We will now be ensuring that the site is used to benefit the local community, while we maintain ease of access for residents to access the vital services we provide.

The meeting, which takes place in the Trelawny Room at 10am on March 20, is open to members of the public.  

The public can also watch proceedings via Cornwall Council’s webcast service at www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/councillors-and-meetings/webcasts/