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Unsafe counterfeit good seized from the market fields at Appleby Horse Fair in 2025

Trading Standards seize £38,000 of unsafe counterfeit goods at Appleby Horse Fair

Trading Standards Officers from Westmorland and Furness Council, supported by Cumbria Police and the Anti-Counterfeiting Group, seized over £38,000 worth of unsafe counterfeit goods from the market fields at this year’s Appleby Horse Fair.

10 June 2025

Free Domestic Abuse support drop-ins launch in Penrith

Free, confidential drop-in service now available in Penrith to support anyone affected by domestic abuse.

30 May 2025

Council brings partnerships together to celebrate local climate action

Partnerships across Westmorland and Furness leading way in tackling climate change and restoring nature through community-powered action.

30 May 2025

Traffic Management Plan published for Appleby Horse Fair

The Multi Agency Coordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair has published an updated Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for this year’s Fair.

29 May 2025

Council launches new apprenticeship opportunities

Westmorland and Furness Council has opened applications for a number of new apprenticeships, offering fantastic opportunities for individuals to kickstart their careers in local government.

27 May 2025

Dry weather prompts “Don’t arrive too soon” message for Appleby Horse Fair

A prolonged period of dry weather has raised animal welfare concerns and prompted a “Don’t arrive too soon” message for this year’s Appleby Horse Fair from the RSPCA.

25 May 2025

Decision to be made on future of Barrow town centre scheme

Councillors will be asked to consider whether to back a bolder and more ambitious transformation of Barrow town centre next week.

24 May 2025

Council unveils memorial garden dedicated to all young lives lost

Westmorland and Furness Council has unveiled a special memorial garden in Kendal dedicated to families who have experienced child loss in any form.

23 May 2025

Lazonby Outdoor Swimming Pool and Campsite, Penrith

Four outdoor heated pools across Eden open for their summer seasons

The pools in Askham, Greystoke, Lazonby and Shap have opened for the summer: they are open from May to September each year.

22 May 2025

Council strengthens support for Reservists and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers

Westmorland and Furness Council has introduced enhanced support for staff who serve as reservists or Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs).

22 May 2025

Council shortlisted for three UK Green Business Awards

Westmorland and Furness Council have been confirmed as finalists in three categories at this year’s UK Green Business Awards for major projects and strategies associated with their approach to decarbonisation for the area.

22 May 2025

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