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Everyone Active has officially taken over the running of Cumberland Council leisure centres in the West of Cumbria.

Cumberland Council is stepping up its crackdown on littering and fly tipping with new Variable Message Signs (VMS) appearing across popular routes, displaying the bold reminder: ‘Don't be a TO55 3R – take your litter home!’

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce upcoming road repairs on the B5289 Low Lorton, this is a project to enhance the local road network and ensure safer, smoother travel for residents and businesses.

A new fund to support eligible households who are struggling with the cost of heating oil has been launched in Cumberland.

Cumberland Council would like to provide an update on road improvements on Lorton Street, Cockermouth, this is an ambitious project to enhance the local road network and ensure safer, smoother travel for residents and businesses.

Following recent deterioration of the U4070 Corney Fell Road, Cumberland Council has put in place an emergency closure on the U4070 Corney Fell Road to allow repair works to be carried out safely. The closure will be in place from 01 April 2026 for ten working days (subject to weather and site conditions).

Young people in Petteril are being asked to out themselves at the heart of local decision-making.

Millom’s new leisure facility—featuring a pool, sports hall, fitness studio and 3G pitch—is nearing completion and will be discussed at a stakeholder workshop on 16 April.

Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins will lead Cumbria’s presence at the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) this May.

Cumberland Council is encouraging communities to take part in The Big Lunch - the UK’s annual get‑together for neighbours and communities that brings millions of people together for a few hours of friendship, food and fun.