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Connectivity issues under spotlight at business breakfast

More than 20 business leaders from Penrith and the surrounding area met together as part of a joint initiative between Westmorland and Furness Council’s Economic Development and Regeneration Team and Cumbria Chamber of Commerce. 
21 June 2023
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Penrith BID

Council backs Penrith BID

Westmorland & Furness Council’s Cabinet has given its unanimous backing to the Penrith Business Improvement District (BID), as local businesses take part in a ballot to secure a proposed third 5-year term for the organisation.
20 June 2023
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Sustainably planted beds at Great Dockray in Penrith

Council trials sustainable perennial planting

In an effort to make its horticultural practices more environmentally sustainable, Westmorland & Furness Council is moving away from the traditional planting of summer annuals, to a more sustainable perennial planting regime.
20 June 2023

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