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CUMBERLAND Council is joining a series of activities to mark the first ever action day on ageism.

Work has begun to appoint the first roles to an exciting £4.8m scheme that will create a centre of excellence in research into local health-related issues affecting people in north and west Cumbria.

A popular international market is set to return to Carlisle city centre this Easter (Thursday 28 March - Monday 1 April). Organised by Market Place Europe, the award-winning International Market is supported by Cumberland Council.

Cumberland Council is asking for residents help with a consultation for a new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO).

Cumberland Council, as part of the Planting for Pollinators initiative, is announcing a community event dedicated to planting wildflowers for pollinators.

The finishing touches are being completed at Maryport’s new Boardwalk on Thursday 14 and 15 March 2024. The large seating blocks are being bracketed into place and the woodwork which surrounds the structure given an additional coat of protective oil to ensure everything looks its best for the summer season

AROUND £15,000 of investment has been ploughed into fantastic community projects in Carlisle's Petteril area.

A specialist survey team is carrying out ground investigations on land near Millom that has been identified as the location for a unique and inclusive visitor attraction. The work starts this week (Monday 11 March) and should take around two weeks.

A planning policy document that sets out how the former Copeland area of Cumbria could be developed in the future, is out for the final stage of public consultation.

The project to build a new Cumberland Sports Village has taken a significant step forward with the release of funds to allow the creation of a full planning application for the scheme. Cumberland Council has agreed the release of grant funding worth £235,000 as part of the Workington Town Deal.