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External expert report commissioned by the Council recommended a closure to allow for further detailed assessment and monitoring.

Exciting plans are under way to boost the visitor, heritage and cultural offer of Kirkby Stephen.

A major milestone has been reached in the journey towards establishing a transformational new gateway for Windermere and the Lake District.

Westmorland and Furness Council will continue to provide key services over the Spring Bank Holiday but some of its offices will be closed on Monday 27 May 2024.

Council’s iconic Windermere Ferry ready to welcome passengers tomorrow following successful inspection.

Westmorland and Furness Council's Economic Development and Regeneration team has launched its first annual business survey.

Works will repair a damaged riverbank, install erosion prevention measures and make the route more resilient during winter weather.

Digital infrastructure, both fixed line broadband and mobile connectivity, has become increasingly critical for all residents, businesses and visitors in Cumbria.

Latest works have been completed on a multi-million road safety scheme on an iconic Lakeland pass - meaning the route will be open for the Bank Holiday weekend and ready for the school summer holidays.

Westmorland and Furness Council is investing £300,000 of ringfenced funding to introduce 28, 20mph schemes in 2024/25