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Westmorland and Furness Council has issued fines to a group found causing anti-social behaviour and environmental damage whilst camping on the shores of Ullswater. The enforcement action forms part of a wider programme of proactive patrols led by the council in partnership with Cumbria Police, responding to concerns from residents and landowners about recurring issues at popular visitor sites.

Community organisations in Barrow are being invited to apply for a new Capital Investment Fund aimed at transforming community spaces and improving wellbeing for residents.

A crown green bowling club that has been at the heart of the community in south Walney for more than a century has been supported to ensure its 13 teams can carry on playing.

With thousands set to visit the Lake District, a clear message of ‘leave no trace’ is being encouraged as Council patrols aim to ensure people are minimising their impact on the environment during their visit.

Residents who rely on domestic heating oil and are experiencing financial hardship due to rising costs are encouraged apply for support through the Crisis and Resilience Fund.

Councillors have agreed the next steps in a multi-million pound programme to transform Barrow town centre.

Councillors will meet next week to determine the next steps in a multi-million pound programme to transform Barrow town centre.

More than 100 young girls are taking part in a project in Barrow creating better access to football for girls – as a legacy in the town of the home-grown Lionesses double Euros winner Georgia Stanway.

People in Kendal are being asked what they’re “bothered about” – and what could be done to address these issues. Give a Day to Kendal 2026 aims to bring together the people with a passion for making a change with the volunteers who could get involved to make that difference.

Council announces Askam, Dalton, and three National Trust sites will receive enhanced protection against anti-social behaviour and consultation launches to propose measures in Ullswater and even more locations.