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A local referendum on the Allithwaite and Cartmel Neighbourhood Development Plan was held to decide whether the local community were in favour of the plan being used to help decide planning applications in the area.

Home to School Transport applications are now open and Westmorland and Furness Council are encouraging parents and carers of children starting mainstream secondary school in September 2024, to apply online. 

The Westmorland and Furness Holiday Activities and Food programme is now open for booking and gives eligible children a wide range of free activities to choose over the Easter holidays.

Council pays tribute to Dave Myers

The bridge will be closed between 8pm and 6am for three consecutive nights to minimise disruptions.

Council helping to fund successful Step Up to Play scheme to support children achieve sporting ambitions.

Updated statement on green waste charges affecting residents in the former Barrow Borough Council area.

Statement regarding reports the council has 'banned' bands from taking part in May Day parade celebrations in Penrith.

Council’s Dock Museum awarded title of ‘Highly Recommended Attraction 2023’ by Going Places UK.

Council to host series of nature conversation events across Westmorland and Furness throughout March.