Westmorland and Furness Council News

New strategy sets out a plan to help communities, places and services adapt to a changing climate in Westmorland and Furness.

Westmorland and Furness Council has confirmed its plans for the future of County Hall in Kendal.

Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet has today agreed to begin formal public consultations on the future of two residential care homes.

Due to revenue pressures associated with the 2–3 Market Square building, the hub project would likely require significant ongoing subsidy and support from the council. As a result, Cabinet will need to carefully consider the sustainability challenges on Tuesday 2 June.

Work is due to start next week on repairs to re-open an important Lake District road closed by a significant landslip.

Answers to your questions about the A592 landslip, including information about diversions, signage and how long it may take to fix. These FAQs will be regularly updated as more information becomes available.

Westmorland and Furness Council will be carrying out pre-surface dressing patching work on the B5305 near Skelton, from the junction with Townhead Farm to its junction with High Buildings.

96% of Westmorland and Furness resident pupils have been offered their first-preference Primary school for this September.

We recognise that reports in the media about our considerations around the future of two local care homes will be concerning for residents, their families and staff.

A consultation launches today (Thursday 9 April) for residents to share views on the next phase of ‘community-backed’ proposals for 20mph speed limits.