Town and parish councils can act in accordance with duties and powers as set out in legislation. A list of local council powers and relevant legislation can be viewed at this link: https://www.ludgvan.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Powers-and-Duties-of-Local-Councils.pdf

An overview of the powers of local councils is given on the Cornwall Association of Local Councils website, at this link: https://www.cornwallalc.org.uk/council-powers