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Coming up in this week's newsletter...
We’re asking young people in Workington to tell us what they think the town needs.
Our Community Development team is leading two drop-in events at the Carnegie Theatre this month.
They will also be a safe space for youngsters to just be with friends, play video games, try out the DJ decks and enjoy some free pizza
The events run from noon until 4pm on Saturdays August 10 and 31, and there is no need to book.
Students across Cumberland have received their A-Level results this week. The overall A-Level performance of students in Cumberland is beginning to emerge with results showing an improvement to those recorded last year.
Level 3 (A-Level and equivalent examinations) have seen improved results year on year with an average Level 3 points score received per student this year at 34.22, compared to 31.71 last year, this is a rise of 2.51.
We’re thrilled to announce the rollout of significant upgrades to our bus network this autumn, aimed at making travel more sustainable and convenient for everyone in Cumberland.
As part of the first phase of our Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP), we’ve collaborated with local members, bus operators, and stakeholders to revamp and expand our bus services. Partnering with Stagecoach, we’re set to deliver a more reliable and accessible network that truly connects our communities.
Starting this autumn, we’ll implement the following enhancements:
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Route 60: Silloth - Maryport: Reintroducing this key service.
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Route 101: Rockcliffe - Durdar: Restoring and improving this route.
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Route 300: Workington - Carlisle: Increased frequency with buses every 30 minutes.
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Route 57: Maryport - Dearham - Broughton Moor - Workington: A new service based on community feedback.
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Route 30: Egremont/Frizington - Maryport - Sunday: Services will now run every 30 minutes.
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Route M1: Millom Town Service - including Haverigg: Strengthening community connections.
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Route 22: Cleator Moor - Cleator - Whitehaven Hospital: This route will provide dependable transport to essential services, with a special focus on accommodating passengers with mobility needs. We’re committed to enhancing access, including extended visitor hours at the hospital, ensuring everyone benefits from reliable and inclusive transportation.
We are delighted to work with Lamplugh, Arlecdon & Frizington and Dean Parish Councils so that the Route 217, which is for Frizington - Lamplugh - Dean – Cockermouth can be extended until March 2025 (previously Parish Council funding had only been granted until 18 September 2024).
Thanks to £2.4 million in funding from the Department for Transport under BSIP, we’re excited to bring these improvements to Cumberland’s bus services.
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Cumberland Council and Cumbria Youth Alliance extend their heartfelt thanks to the generous sponsors who have made this charity event possible. Their generous contributions reflect a shared dedication to ensuring that every child and young person in Cumberland, regardless of their background, can reach their full potential.
Sponsors:
Sellafield Ltd - Platinum Sponsor
“We’re delighted to be supporting this fantastic initiative. Helping people in our communities to access rewarding and sustainable careers is one of the priorities of our social impact work.
“The Enrichment Fund is a great way of helping young people in care unlock their talent and reach their potential.
“When we broaden opportunities, everyone wins. More young people can get on a path to improved life chances, and businesses are able to recruit from a wider range of talent.” - Euan Hutton, Chief Executive Officer
ISH - Gold Sponsor
TDA - Gold Sponsor
Amentum - Silver Sponsor
AtkinsRéalis - Silver Sponsor
BEC - Silver Sponsor
PPP - Silver Sponsor
Westinghouse - Silver Sponsor
A special additional thank you to our most recent Silver Sponsor - Cavendish Nuclear.
Drop-in into one of our events and get your voice heard about biking in Carlisle.
- Monday 19 August 11.30am - 4pm at Currock Community Centre, Lediard Avenue, CA2 4BS
- Saturday 7 September 8am - 10.30am at Morton Manor Community Centre, Wigton Road, CA2 6JP
- Wednesday 11 September 2.30pm - 6pm at the Sands Centre, CA1 1JQ
- Wednesday 25 September 10am - 3pm at Botcherby Community Centre, Victoria Road, CA1 2UE
Let us know the best cycle routes, where cycle parking is needed and how we can help you get out on your bike! Just drop in when you can on the days and times at the centres listed. We’ll use your local knowledge to help guide future cycling developments.
In return for your honest thoughts, you will receive:
- Free refreshments
- Freebies
- Entered into draw for Amazon gift cards (if you share your email address)
If you can't make any of the scheduled events you could share your thoughts through our mini-survey www.surveymechanics.com/s/CarlisleBikeStorage
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A popular international market is set to return to Carlisle city centre between Thursday 22 and Monday 26 August.
Organised by Market Place Europe, the award-winning International Market is supported by Cumberland Council, shoppers will be spoilt for choice with a huge mix of authentic continental treats in the city centre.
Stalls will be open between:
- Thursday 22 August: 9am - 6pm.
- Friday 23 August: 9am - 6pm.
- Saturday 24 August: 9am - 6pm.
- Sunday 25 August: 10am - 5pm.
- Bank Holiday Monday, 26 August: 10am - 5pm.
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Thousands of smiling people packed out Maryport’s harbourside when Taste Cumbria’s Taste of the Sea festival hit the town again last weekend (Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 August).
Now in its fourth year, it was in a new location down by the Marina where visitors enjoyed shopping at 50 stalls in the Producers’ Market, hot food stands, live music, expert demos and lots of family fun.
Find out more here.
Join us at our next Taste Cumbria event in Cockermouth on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September.
Fans of fabulous food and fine dining are in for a treat this September when the Taste Cumbria pop up restaurant returns with Michelin-starred dining.
The Cottage in the Wood Supper Club @ Low Hall the Lakes takes place on Thursday 26 September, ahead of the flagship Taste Cumbria event in Cockermouth on Saturday 28 September and Sunday 29 September.
Find out more about event on the Taste Cumbria website.
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A planning application has been submitted to improve the Oldside site at the Port of Workington ahead of future development.
We are managing the project which aims to use the location to create a clean energy and logistics hub. Around £4.5 million of funding is being provided by the Government as part of the Workington Town Deal.
To enable this to happen, the former Henry Curwen pub at Ramsay Brow will be demolished. Work has started inside the building.
Removing the building will ease the pinch point where the A66 and A596 meet, improving access for HGVs and reducing traffic impacts on nearby communities. The demolition is a critical part of the £10 million Workington Gateway project, which will also enhance pedestrian and cycle routes around Hall Park, add a new horticultural centre and café, and feature a lighting scheme for the historic hall.
Workington Gateway is part of a larger regeneration effort fuelled by £33 million in external funding, which also includes a Sports Village, Innovation Centre, and public realm improvements.
Do you love Curwen Hall and Hall Park in Workington? Have you been visiting since you were a child?
As part of the Workington Gateway project, we will be improving ‘active travel’ footpaths and cycle paths in and around Hall Park. We’re interested in how you use the park now, and how you have done so in the past.
Have your say by filling in an online survey. Please respond before Friday 30 August 2024.
If you have any questions about the project, please email WorkingtonTownscape@cumbria.gov.uk
If you currently supply goods, works or services to the council, or hope to do so in the future, then you need to know about the forthcoming changes.
In October a new Procurement Act will come into force that will benefit suppliers of all sizes, but particularly start-ups, scale-ups and small businesses.
Some of the benefits are:
- There will be a central digital platform for all suppliers to register and store their details on so that they can be used for multiple bids, and see all opportunities, from all public sector organisations, in one place.
- Simplified bidding processes will make it easier to bid, negotiate and work in partnership with the public sector.
- Commercial frameworks will be more flexible, so prospective suppliers are not shut out for long periods of time.
- The Act will remove bureaucratic barriers and level the playing field for smaller businesses so they can compete for more contracts.
- There will be prompt payment for more businesses in public sector supply chains.
- And a stronger exclusions framework will take tougher action on underperforming suppliers.
- Buyers will have to consider the barriers facing smaller businesses and that obstacles will be removed around provision of accounts and insurance at the bidding stage.
These changes will drive innovation, deliver better outcomes and embed transparency right through the commercial lifecycle, so everyone can access procurement data and see how money is spent.
To learn more please watch the supplier knowledge drops on the UK Government website.
We will be updating our webpages over the forthcoming months to give you further advice and guidance on the new Act on doing business with the council.
Active Cumbria has announced the publication of the first annual report for Live Longer Better in Cumbria.
Covering activity and action planning within all four pillars of Live Longer Better in Cumbria, the report considers both quantitative and qualitative data from programme and project work.
A lot has been achieved across Cumberland since the launch event took place at Energus in November 2022 - and there is yet more work to do to empower more partners and providers to change attitudes to ageing as well as underline the key role of physical activity in creating healthier and happier longer lives.
The Cumbria Fostering team has been out and about this summer, helping people to get started on their fostering journeys. If you have lots of questions about fostering, why not attend one of our upcoming events next month?
Many looked after children have not had the positive family experience that most children have, but all it takes is one foster carer to make that difference. By becoming a foster carer with us you could help to give children the loving start in life they deserve.
People from all walks of life can become foster carers. Your background, life skills and experience can help support the children and young people you care for.
If you think you might have what it takes and would like to find out more, why not attend one of Cumbria Fostering’s upcoming information drop-ins this month:
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Thursday 12 September - Join our virtual information session on Zoom and speak to our friendly team and carers between 6.30pm and 8pm. To reserve your place email crisp@cumberland.gov.uk before 12pm on Tuesday 10 September.
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Saturday 21 September - Visit our information stand at Cumbria Pride at Caldew Riverside (Lower Viaduct) car park, Carlisle from 12pm till 4pm
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Saturday 28 September - Visit our information Stand at Kendal Torchlight Street Festival in Kendal Town Centre from 10am to 3pm
For more details visit cumbriafostering.org.uk or call 0300 019 0200
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