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Dozens of armed forces veterans came together to celebrate Christmas 2024 and share memories at three events held by Westmorland and Furness Council.

Westmorland and Furness Council will continue to provide key services over the Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays but some of its offices will be closed on 25 and 26 December 2024 and 1 January 2025. Limited offices will be open on 27, 30 and 31 December.

A Carlisle court has ordered a man to pay £2,323 for collecting scrap metal in the Westmorland and Furness area without a licence.

On the 12 and 13 December, the newly elected representatives for the Youth Parliament joined Director of Children’s Services for Westmorland and Furness, Milorad Vasic, on a visit to the Houses of Parliament in London.

The council has today launched a consultation on its budget proposals which will run until 17 January 2025.

Adult Learning Service for Cumbria has launched a new collection of courses for Term 2 of the 2024/25 academic year.

New funding has been recommended to further support a multi-million pound rejuvenation of Barrow town centre.

A historic cemetery in Barrow has been awarded listed status for its national significance.

Armed forces veterans came together to celebrate and share memories at a festive gathering. The event at Barrow Town Hall was the first of three being organised by Westmorland and Furness Council to show its appreciation for those who have served their country.

Council announces progress on exciting project to enhance Penrith Castle Park, with events planned for the public to have their say