Residents across Cumbria are being encouraged to consider fostering as part of Foster Care Fortnight (11–24 May 2026), the UK’s largest awareness-raising campaign for foster care.
Westmorland and Furness Council has been honoured with the highest accolade available for organisations that demonstrate outstanding support for the Armed Forces community.
Improving services, making best use of resources and driving forward growth are among the key priorities set out in Westmorland and Furness Council’s Annual Plan.
By-elections will be held in the Hawcoat and Newbarns Ward of Westmorland and Furness Council and the Hawcoat ward of Barrow Town Council on Thursday 4 June 2026. The Returning Officer has published a Statement of Persons Nominated for each election.
Families in Westmorland and Furness (and across the UK) are being invited to sign up for a new service to help parents, carers and children build stronger relationships, improve emotional well-being and navigate the challenges of family life.