Redcar & Cleveland
Borough Council

Frequently asked questions

1.	Where can I find a list of Schools?
	See our Learning Map for details of all Learning Facilities within the Borough.
2.	I have some bulky rubbish to collect - who can I contact?
	Call Environmental Maintenance on 01642 774 774.
3.	How can I report a street light out in my road?
	Contact Customer Services on 01642 774 774. You can also contact Customer Services about highway maintenance and drainage.
4.	Who is my local councillor?
	You can look up your local ward councillors using our online database. Click here to search.
5.	How do I register a birth, marriage or death?
	Contact the Registrar at Redcar & Cleveland Register Office, Westgate, Guisborough, TS14 6AP - next to Guisborough Library. Tel: (01287) 632564
6.	Where is my nearest One Stop Shop? (formerly Cash Offices)
	Link: Opening hours and locations of the One Stop Shops
7.	Who can I speak to about my council tax?
	Contact the Council Tax Section at Town Hall, Fabian Road, South Bank, Middlesbrough TS6 9AR. Tel: 01642 774 774 Fax: (01642) 444472 E-mail: council_tax@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk
8.	I need some help with my housing benefit, who can I contact?
	Call the Housing Benefit Section on 01642 774 774 or if you would like a private interview you can call into Redcar & Cleveland House, Kirkleatham Street, Redcar. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
9.	I need to find out about planning permission, where do I get information from?
	Visit our Planning Permission webpages which include forms, guidance notes, lists of planning applications and information about fees.
10.	Who can I speak to about Taxi Licensing?
	Call the Development Department on (01287) 612430.
11.	Where do I apply for Education awards?
	Telephone 08456 077577.
12.	What job vacancies are there currently in Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council?
	Current job vacancies are listed in the jobs section of this website. They are also advertised in the Evening Gazette and at the local Job Centres.
13.	What is the political composition of the Council?
	Find out about the political composition of the Council.