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Westmorland and Furness Council have been confirmed as finalists for two national awards, recognising their major project to improve the safety and resilience of the Kirkstone Pass section of the A592.

As a part of a national independent survey, people can share their views on topics from the condition of roads to the quality of cycling routes.

A total of 53 roads have been prepared and permanently patched, ready to be sealed with a surface dressing treatment by August 2025

Resurfacing work will start on sections of the A6 through Shap village on Monday (23 June).

A ‘Community Conversation’ has been launched by Westmorland and Furness Council to gather people’s thoughts on current services in their area.

The scheme will create a dedicated space for people to travel actively between Ramsden Square and the junction of Park Drive.

Thousands of highways and transport improvements will bring smoother journeys to Westmorland and Furness as a part of a £37.7 million programme.

Designed for all ages and abilities, the new infrastructure provides a safe, vehicle-free space for people to travel actively

Westmorland and Furness schools are driving people to ‘be kind, park with safety in mind’ as a part of an initiative to create safer environments for children.

The Council is now inviting feedback on 24 areas proposed in year two of the initiative.