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Following a successful trial in Barrow in 2023, places on a free, clinically proven intervention to help people quit smoking will be returning to the Westmorland and Furness area. 

Work is under way to upgrade a popular amphitheatre to host public events and activities in Barrow.

The Westmorland Family has opened two new Changing Places toilets at Tebay Services Northbound and Rheged, with government funding and support from Westmorland and Furness Council and the former Eden District Council.

A test purchase operation in Barrow and Ulverston resulted in two out of five retailers selling e-cigarettes commonly known as “vapes” to the underage test purchaser.

A package of free, expert advice and support is available in Barrow for budding entrepreneurs and individuals considering a move to self-employment in 2024.

Homes England has approved a Business Case for £24.8 million of Brownfield, Infrastructure and Land (BIL) funding to finance final preparations for a flagship residential development in Barrow.

Free parking will be available to users of Penrith car parks during town centre gas works.

Small and micro businesses in rural areas of Westmorland and Furness are being urged to access specially-targeted support.

Owners and breeders of XL Bully dogs in Cumbria are being urged to familiarise themselves with new laws set to come into force this December

Many businesses across Cumbria are now utilising the power of improved connectivity to increase sales, work more efficiently and showcase what they have to offer.