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The Council’s Health and Adults Scrutiny Committee has recommended that a full public consultation should take place on proposals affecting the intensive care unit at Furness General Hospital.

Taxpayers will be saved millions of pounds after the award of a contract to introduce new software to assist in administering Revenues and Benefits across the Westmorland and Furness Council area.

Councillors are preparing for final meetings which will decide whether to establish a new Mayor-led authority for Cumbria.

Council launches new campaign to help residents 'foil in love' with recycling.

Council housing tenants are invited to share their views on a new draft strategy that explains how they can get involved in shaping housing services.

Westmorland and Furness Council has celebrated its largest ever intake of apprentices, as more than 30 new starters came together for a series of welcome events this week.

There are fewer young people in Eden who are Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET) thanks to a partnership offering holistic support. More than two thirds of the teenagers and young adults who have been supported by the Eden Youth Hub have secured work or completed a training course since it began in 2021.

Westmorland and Furness Council has partnered with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, to offer confidential drop-in sessions for veterans, serving personnel and their families.

Barrow Town Hall was filled with vibrancy, music and celebration today (Monday 22 September 2025) as thousands of people gathered to welcome His Majesty The King.

Barrow is getting ready for a day of celebration as the town prepares to welcome His Majesty The King to Barrow Town Hall this afternoon.