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As the cold months roll in, Cumberland Council is stepping up once again to help residents and businesses prepare for winter with its latest ‘Winter Ready’ campaign.

Multi-million pound plans that will result in substantial regeneration improvements in the Cumberland area were all approved yesterday (Wednesday, 19 February 2025).

Cumberland Council is pleased to update residents and businesses on the latest developments in the final stages of the regeneration of Devonshire Street in Carlisle.

Cumberland Council’s planning committee, which was held on Wednesday 19 February, approved plans for key public realm improvements and the creation of a pedestrianised square to the North of Carlisle station, at Court Square.

Millom’s new leisure centre has taken a significant step forward after securing planning permission and approval to award a construction contract to Thomas Armstrong Ltd to build the facility.

Families and local partners gathered today at Family Hub on the Harbour, Whitehaven, for a fun-filled event to celebrate the launch of Hub2U – Cumberland’s new innovative mobile family and young person’s support service.

Cumberland Council is reminding residents and businesses to take part in the final days of the consultation regarding improvements to Hammond’s Pond as part of the Start with The Park regeneration programme.

Cumberland Council approved a comprehensive Homelessness Prevention and Rough Sleeping Strategy this week, marking a significant step towards addressing the needs of residents who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

Cumberland Council has successfully prosecuted a fly-tipping offender, resulting in a fine and costs of over £1000.

A planning application has today (19 February 2025) been approved to improve the Oldside site at the Port of Workington ahead of future development.