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The Council prepares to start preliminary works next week for two new cycling, walking and wheeling routes in Barrow-in-Furness.

A family fun day was held to mark the launch of the Dalton Family Hub with games and activities for children of all ages, as well as informative stands from community partners. 

Council to plant thousands of trees over next year as part of micro woodlands project.

Council hosting event at Penrith Town Hall to take back unwanted aids for daily living.

Cumbria councils join forces to initiate comprehensive review of Domestic Abuse System in Cumbria.

Cumbrian Councils, bus operators and partners have joined forces to drive positive change to bus services across the county.

A conference dedicated to promoting physical and mental wellbeing in children and young people in Cumbria is taking place in Penrith in March.

A new Vaping Taskforce Group has been set up by Westmorland and Furness Council in response to the growing concerns around the increased use of ‘vapes’ amongst young people. 

Construction work on a major £6m project to expand Sandgate School for children with Special Educational Needs in Kendal is making significant progress, with the recent completion of the steel framework for the building.

Employment specialists Inspira are running free courses to help get people into care roles with Westmorland and Furness Council.