Westmorland and Furness Council News

Occupational Therapy Week runs from 3rd to 9th November 2025, celebrating the vital role that occupational therapists (OTs) play across health, social care and wider society.

Views are being invited on a new ‘design code’ for new developments in Westmorland and Furness.

The Cumbria Connect to Work programme has confirmed the appointment of a Service Co-ordinator for a contract worth nearly £10m for up to five years starting in early 2026.

A new road bridge at Grizebeck has officially opened, marking a major milestone in Westmorland and Furness Council’s A595 improvement scheme.

Preliminary designs for a new active travel route along Kendal’s riverside are set to go on show.

Westmorland and Furness Council is looking to open up more employment opportunities within the council for people with learning disabilities.

From tomorrow (30 October), certain bird keepers in Westmorland and Furness must house their poultry and other captive birds to prevent the spread of avian influenza.

A CCTV camera has been installed at a much-loved park to help give extra peace of mind to residents and visitors.

Council libraries hosting range of activities for Green Libraries Week.

Child Friendly Westmorland and Furness is a whole-council commitment to prioritising the rights, needs, and well-being of our children, ensuring they grow up in safe, supportive environments that encourage and value their participation.