News search

Team Barrow has partnered with Be the Business to launch an online support directory designed to help local SMEs and entrepreneurs.

Through the Safe and Strong Communities Community Grant Fund, the Council are encouraging VCF infrastructure organisations to apply for over £379,000 that will offer financial support across a three-year period.

Enterprising Cumbria has confirmed that following the resounding success of its inaugural Cumbria Careers Day last year it will now become an annual showcase of all the career opportunities in Cumbria.

An Economic Summit - which brought together hundreds of business leaders - has been hailed a success.

The final preparations are underway for Enterprising Cumbria’s Economic Summit. More than 350 business leaders and delegates have signed up to attend the event on Tuesday 3 December, 9.30am - 4.30pm, at the Keswick Pencil Factory.

More than 300 business leaders and delegates have signed up to attend a Cumbria Economic Summit - and organisers are urging others to sign up soon.

Council announces applications are open for its new Greening Businesses Scheme.

Barrow Market traders are settling in to their fantastic new home while work starts on the multi-million pound rejuvenation of the Market Hall. 

Innovative, free workshops are set to be held to increase the number of entrepreneurs and business owners in Barrow.

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.