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Westmorland & Furness Council’s Cabinet has agreed to enter into a new compact with Cumbria Association of Local Councils (CALC) and the Town and Parish Councils located in the area.

Members and officers at Westmorland and Furness Council have expressed their sadness at the news of the death of the former council leader.

Community Asset Transfer (CAT) Policy approved for Westmorland and Furness

Inspections carried out by Westmorland and Furness Council have found no presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in any of the 70 schools where the council has responsibility for maintenance.

The chief executive and the leader of Westmorland and Furness Council Sam Plum sent their condolences.

The council will continue to provide key services over the Bank Holiday but some of its offices will be closed on Monday 28 August 2023.

The UK’s leading civil servants have been in Barrow discussing opportunities to transform the town into a new powerhouse for the North.

Dozens of council apprenticeship vacancies are available now!

Council to light up buildings in blue across area to mark 75th birthday of the National Health Service.

Council makes commitment to Armed Forces by signing national Armed Forces Covenant.