Image Westmorland and Furness communities back more 20mph schemes Seventeen more community-backed 20mph speed limits will be progressed to the next stage across Westmorland and Furness in 2026. 17 July 2026
Image Landslip closure road re-opens An important Lake District road closed by a major landslip has full re-opened today (Friday, 17 July). 17 July 2026
Image A592 landslip - your questions answered Answers to your questions about the A592 landslip, including information about re-opening and work carrried out. 13 July 2026
Image New bus services launched for summer season New bus services are being launched this summer because of work between Westmorland and Furness Council and local bus operators. 7 July 2026
Image Funding bid made to replace bridges over A591 Westmorland and Furness Council is applying for government funding to replace two bridges near Kendal. 7 July 2026
Image Be part of shaping the future of Westmorland and Furness Residents and businesses are being encouraged to ‘have your say’ in a new consultation as part of the next stage of developing Westmorland and Furness’ first Local Plan. 1 July 2026
Image Part of B5285 to be closed for one day for surface dressing The B5285 through Near and Far Sawrey will be closed on Wednesday July 8 for surface dressing to be carried out. 26 June 2026
Image Kendal bridge to close on Monday for stone recovery Nether Bridge in Kendal will be closed to traffic for a time on Monday (22 June). 19 June 2026
Image Pothole prevention programme to improve 67 miles of roads Works are starting on a major pothole prevention programme across Westmorland and Furness. 19 June 2026
Image Preparing for a safe and enjoyable Dave Day Information about road closures and safety advice ahead of this weekend's Dave Day events in Barrow. 18 June 2026