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Also in this week's edition:
Local business leaders and MPs joined forces at the inaugural event on Friday 6 September to launch the Enrichment Fund.
Together, they raised over £54,000 to make a lasting impact for Cumberland’s cared for and care experienced young people.
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New contractors appointed to transform Maryport landmark
A new contractor has been appointed to complete the transformation of Maryport’s Christ Church into a new home for the Maritime Museum.
Work is due to restart in the next few weeks.
Cumberland Council terminated the contract with the initial conservation specialists in June as they were no longer able to complete the work. Now Flimby-based Thomas Armstrong Construction Limited has been appointed to finish the challenging construction project at the Grade II-listed building.
New contractors appointed to transform Maryport landmark | Cumberland Council
Join us at Millom Town Deal pop up events
If you who want to know more about the Millom Town Deal then join us at one of our community drop-in events planned this summer and autumn.
The events will be held in different venues and times across Millom and Haverigg in the next few months.
The first two sessions are being held at the Millom Community Hub, Salthouse Road, Millom, LA18 5AB on:
- Tuesday 17 September, 10am - 12pm.
- Saturday 28 September, 9am - 11am.
Join us at Town Deal pop up events | Cumberland Council
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A state-of-the-art training facility will soon be in place at the Sheepmount, Carlisle after a five-year lease for the Sheepmount upper plateau was agreed between Carlisle United Football Club and Cumberland Council.
Plans are in place to develop the upper plateau as part of the club’s long-term vision to be at the heart of the community, which will result in £50,000 capital investment in grass roots football within the city.
Charities and social enterprises in Cumberland are set to benefit from a revamp planned for the Tribe site in Carlisle.
The temporary site, adjacent to Bitts Park play area, was set up using government funding in 2021. Planning approval will expire at end of March 2026 and as most units are vacant, Cumberland Council is repurposing most of the industrial units.
They will be passed on to a variety of charitable organisations including The ReBuild Site CIC, Watchtree Wheelers at Watchtree Nature Reserve and Northside Speedway, Workington.
Find out if you’re eligible now.
Brampton and Cockermouth town centres will undergo a comprehensive deep cleaning programme.
The deep clean will start in Cockermouth on Monday 16 September and in Brampton on Monday 23 September, each lasting approximately one week. The focus will be to enhance the cleanliness and appearance of key streets in the town centre, creating a more welcoming environment for both locals and visitors.
Following the successful re-launch of the inclusive cycling hub at CSA, Hensingham last month, Cumberland Council is pleased to announce a second open event on Saturday 21 September between 10am and 12pm.
The event is made possible through the support of The Outdoor Partnership, Cyclewise, Cumbria Sports Academy, Wheels for All and of course some fantastic volunteers.
A range of adapted bikes will be available to offer the opportunity to try cycling on a safe, dedicated circuit and with support.
Booking in advance helps us to ensure we have a cycle and helmet for everyone taking part but is not essential. Bookings can be made via Eventbrite.
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Border, Fellside and North Carlisle Community Panel has invested more than £6,000 into vital local projects.
At their recent meeting the panel, which invests money locally on behalf of Cumberland Council, supported projects around pain management, rural activities and road safety.
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Scam text messages regarding unpaid parking fines have been received by a number of Cumberland residents.
These messages have not been sent by Cumberland Council and are not legitimate.
Payments should only be made using your valid Penalty Charge Notice, which will have details on the reverse on how to pay.
Please check carefully before paying your parking fine and if you're unsure, call the Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133 or visit www.adviceguide.org.uk
To report a scam please call Scams Action - 0808 250 5050
We have launched two consultations this week.
The first is part of our review of polling places. We want to ensure that our polling stations are in the right location and have the right facilities for everyone.
We have also launched our Statement of Community Involvement consultation which is part of our work developing a Local Plan for Cumberland.
You can find out more about these and our other consultations on our website.
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