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After the success of last year's events at the fantastic temporary Barrow Market, the first monthly market of 2025 will take place on Friday.

The council has apologised after a lane closure caused traffic issues on Walney Island.

Brigsteer and Underbarrow bridges to welcome even more vehicles from Thursday 27 February 2025 as weight limits are raised to 7.5 tonnes.

Active Travel England has awarded Westmorland and Furness Council ring-fenced funding to support the development of new schemes that will encourage people to choose walking, wheeling or cyclingl for everyday journeys.

Links restored across the A591 as the Council's complex analysis and intrusive investigations confirm the bridge can safely support vehicles weighing up to 3 tonnes, pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians

Residents, businesses, and visitors still have time to share their views on the future of electric vehicle infrastructure in Westmorland and Furness.

Council confirms plans to roll out 20 community-backed 20mph speed limits across the area in 2025 in a bid to make roads safer.

Team Barrow is delighted to confirm the appointment of Dr Simon Case, the former Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, as the Chair of its delivery board.

Work is set to start soon on a new, inclusive community space linking people to nature on Walney.

Millions of pounds worth of government support for transformational projects to improve Kendal town centre have been confirmed following 12 months of uncertainty.