Westmorland and Furness Council News

November is National Care Leavers Month and a time to recognise, celebrate and support young people as they move from care towards independence.

Advice and information on how to prepare for a healthy and safe winter.

Everyone in Westmorland and Furness is encouraged to join the council in gearing up for the colder months as a part of our ‘We are winter ready, are you?’ campaign.

Peel Gill Bridge on the B5305 will be closed to all vehicular traffic from Monday (26 October) for a period of up to three weeks to allow essential stonework repairs to be carried out.

Westmorland and Furness Libraries are introducing the Menopause Collection as part of our commitment to supporting health, wellbeing and lifelong learning in our communities. The Collection has been carefully curated by Dr Cath Munro, a GP and menopause specialist based in Kendal, to help readers navigate the physical, emotional and social changes of midlife with confidence.

Westmorland and Furness Council has decided to take more time to consider all the facts before making any final decision on the future of two council run care homes - Applethwaite Green in Windermere and Grisedale Croft in Alston.

Barrow’s multi award-winning Dock Museum is celebrating a double-success – and is preparing for a significant investment.

One Stop in Market Place Ulverston has been ordered to close for three months after a court heard evidence of persistent sales of illegal tobacco and non-compliant vaping products.

At our recent supplier event for Westmorland and Furness Council's £0.5 billion capital programme, we brought together contractors, consultants and council officers to discuss upcoming projects and the role of social value in creating wider community benefits.

Connecting Cumbria is highlighting the vital role that reliable digital connectivity plays in building resilience across the county.