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Also in this week's edition:
The second phase of the Cumberland Go bus network launches on Monday 1 December 2025, bringing improved connections and more frequent services across Cumberland.
Phase 2 of the new Cumberland Go routes will see additional new services operating in and around Carlisle, Anthorn, Whitehaven, Ravenglass, Millom, Barrow and Egremont, helping more people travel affordably and sustainably across the region.
Stagecoach will operate:
- Carlisle – Anthorn (#93, #64)
- Whitehaven – Ravenglass / Ravenglass – Millom – Barrow & Whitehaven – St Bees – Egremont (#7, 32)
Reays will operate:
- Carlisle – Anthorn (Sunday service)
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Plans are being made for the future of Maryport’s former Carlton cinema which will place this prominent venue firmly at the heart of its community.
Our Executive agreed this week that the future management of the building will be provided by Maryport Horizons CIC, a community interest company. Subject to finalising detailed terms, they will lease the Carlton and enter into a grant funding agreement with the Council to make the venue a key destination, supporting the wider regeneration of Maryport.
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A £2.17 million land remediation project at the Caldew Riverside site is paving the way for new homes and economic growth in Carlisle city centre.
The 2.2-hectare brownfield site, nestled between the River Caldew and the West Coast Main Line, is owned by the council and identified in the Carlisle Local Plan as a prime regeneration opportunity. Currently made up of scrubland, hardstanding, and trees, the site also includes the Caldew Riverside car park, and the site has long held untapped potential.
The results of the Carlisle Business Improvement District ballot have been announced today (Friday 28 November) following a 28-day postal ballot - run between 31 October to 27 November 2025.
The result of the ballot means the proposal to create a Business Improvement District for Carlisle will go ahead and will be in place over a five-year period between 1 February 2026 and 31 January 2031.
Cumberland Council and the Cumberland BID Company are now responsible for implementing the BID arrangements. The council’s responsibility includes managing the billing, collecting the levy and holding the levy in a ring-fenced revenue account on behalf of the BID body.
The levy collected will be used to deliver a five-year programme of activity focused on:
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Animation: developing and delivering an annual programme of festivals, public art, and cultural events to boost footfall and civic pride.
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Marketing: developing and delivering strategic campaigns to position Carlisle as a destination for tourism, investment, and talent.
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Supporting Businesses: developing and delivering tailored services for start-ups and SMEs, including training, networking, and advocacy.
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Improving Livability: developing and delivering projects to enhance public spaces, safety, and wellbeing to attract and retain skilled workers.
We are urging residents to be well informed and well prepared when it comes to potential flooding.
We've been sharing information on how we work with partners to prepare for and respond to severe weather, and how communities can ready themselves.
When there is flooding, the Environment Agency leads in issuing alerts and warnings for main rivers and the coast. The council, along with emergency responders and other agencies, works to improve the public’s understanding of flood risks, increase communities’ resilience, and explore practical steps to mitigate the impacts of flooding.
The advice to residents includes:
We are offering Workington residents the chance to get winter ready at a free event on Tuesday 2 December.
The pop-up advice session at Workington Library runs from 10am until 3pm, and will address ways to stay warm, save money, and feel supported this season.
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Expert energy advice from Green Doctor - specialists offering impartial guidance to help cut bills and save energy.
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Community support - representatives from the Workington Together Community Panel will be there, connecting people with local sources of help.
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Financial tips - Citizens Advice staff will be on hand with advice on managing costs and accessing benefits.
No appointment is needed - just drop in and discover how small changes can make a big difference to feeling warm and safe this winter.
After the huge success of last year’s festival, Light Works returns this December with two magical community-led celebrations of light, creativity and connection.
Light Works will illuminate Workington on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December, followed by Seascale on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December. Both events will open with a spectacular community lantern parade at 5.30pm on the
Saturday evening, led by artist Celia Burbush and featuring handmade lanterns created in local workshops.
This year’s festival has been made possible thanks to the support of Arts Council England, Cumberland Council, by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. (Workington) and the Mid Copeland GDF Community Partnership (Seascale).
You are invited to share your views on a new plan which will shape the future of the Lake District.
The Lake District National Park Partnership has launched a consultation for its Partnership plan, which sets out a strategy for the management of the National Park and English Lake District World Heritage Site from 2026 to 2031.
The starting point for the plan is a shared vision for 2051, shaped by the Partnership’s 24 partners:
The Lake District is deeply valued by the nation, as a thriving, working landscape, which is nature and heritage rich, climate resilient and socially and economically vibrant.
The draft plan outlines the Partnership’s ambitions for 2051, when the Lake District National Park will be 100 years old and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for more than 30 years.
Share your views on the draft plan via the online survey and be in with a chance to win a £100 voucher.
A new accessibility webinar for coastal businesses will take place on the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Tuesday 3 December. The session forms part of the wider development of the Cumbria Coastal Route and focuses on helping businesses improve the welcome they offer to visitors with different access needs.
The ambition for the Cumbria Coastal Route is for it to become one of the most accessible coastlines in the country. The webinar will outline the scale of the accessible tourism market and highlight simple, low cost actions that can make a meaningful difference to visitors, including providing clear information and understanding how small adjustments can support a wider range of people.
Delivered by inclusive tourism specialist Jane Cooper, the session will take place online between 11am to 12pm and is designed for any business that welcomes visitors, including accommodation providers, attractions, cafes, activity operators and retail.
Following the webinar, businesses will have the opportunity to join the CCR Champions programme. Through this programme, Cumbria Tourism will provide follow up support to help businesses put the learning into practice as they prepare for the Cumbria Coastal Route.
Businesses can sign up here.
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Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community? The Youth Justice Service works with children who have become involved with the Police or Criminal Justice System, helping to prevent re-offending, reduce anti-social behaviour and support victims.
We’re looking for volunteers to:
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Join Referral Order Panels
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Supervise Unpaid Work, Reparation and Positive Activities
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Provide mentoring and guidance
We also welcome ideas for community projects that young people can get involved in, such as regeneration or maintenance work.
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