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Update on the work of our amazing highways teams, who have been working continuously through the weekend dealing with the heavy snow fall and icy conditions on our roads.

Communities are welcomed to apply for 20mph speed limits and zones in residential areas, towns and villages in Westmorland and Furness.

Yellow weather warning in place for snow and ice across Cumbria. Our highways service are ready, are you?

Council takes significant step towards a more sustainable future with new Electric Vehicle Strategy.

A survey has been launched to gauge the success of a series of fun events and activities held in Barrow this summer.

An announcement in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement that Government is intending to offer £7m funding support towards a rural enterprise hub project near Penrith has been welcomed.

Transformational projects to improve Kendal town centre have been given a £13.5million cash boost.

Innovative technology has been used to ensure roadworks in a Westmorland and Furness village didn’t disrupt services for residents and businesses.

Following the recent announcement of up to £200 million in major capital projects associated with the publication of Westmorland and Furness Council’s Capital Works Framework (2024-2028), a further £100 million in highways contract opportunities have now been released.

High quality contractors and suppliers have been invited to tender their services for up to £200 million in major capital projects.