Westmorland and Furness Council News

Residents reminded there is still time to sign up for new garden waste collection service with current grace period coming to an end later this month.

Westmorland and Furness Council are urging families to take part in free water safety sessions this summer as part of a coordinated effort to prevent tragic incidents in open water ahead of the school summer holidays.

Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet has agreed to give its support to extending the Barrow Business Improvement District (BID) for another five years.

Westmorland and Furness Council will be proudly marking Armed Forces Week 2026 (22-27 June) with a series of flag raising ceremonies taking place across the area.

Works due to begin at South Walney to help protect former landfill site from effects of erosion.

Residents are being urged to speak up for hidden or overlooked heritage gems to ensure their value is recognised and they are protected for future generations.

Cumbria Safeguarding Adults Board (CSAB) is thanking David Savage as he steps down from his role as Lay Member following more than a decade of dedicated service to the partnership.

Works at Kendal Market Hall to replace inefficient gas boilers with a greener air source heat pump were completed recently, as part of a £1.75 million wider project to upgrade and decarbonise key council buildings.

Residents across South Cumbria are being invited to take part in a series of free community health events designed to support heart health and promote healthier lifestyles for all ages. The events are part of a new Healthy Hearts pilot programme, delivered by Westmorland and Furness Council and funded by the Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB. They will bring practical support directly into communities, helping people access advice and services in a friendly and accessible way.

Work is progressing well on repairs and reinstatement works on the A592 at High Kingate following the landslip in November.