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Online events are being held next week to highlight upcoming opportunities for apprentices with Westmorland and Furness Council.
The council expects to recruit dozens of new apprentices into roles this year.
Past vacancies have included civil engineering, highways engineering, business administration, project management, accountancy and care services. Recruitment for specific roles will begin in March.
During National Apprenticeship Week, 5-11 February, the Apprenticeships Team will be hosting two ‘More than you think’ online information sessions on Tuesday 6 February and Thursday 8 February, both at 5pm.
The online events will provide help and advice to those starting a new career and considering the apprenticeship route. The events are aimed at young people, parents and carers who are interested in finding out more about the options available.
More details can be found online at Cumbriaapprenticeships.org.uk
Those with an interest are also advised to follow our social media channels throughout next week for more information and case studies of successful applicants.
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A trial change to recycling collection on one round in Ulverston is being carried out to inform future decisions about the service.
Council working with Our Future Coast to develop strategy to manage and adapt to coastal change.
The council continues to encourage those that require on-street parking in the area to take part in the consultation.
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There’s good news for families this February half-term as Westmorland and Furness Council’s leisure centres offer “10p swims” for children.
Council allocates £60,000 to Poverty Truth Commission project in South Lakeland
Council invites people to share views on its draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.
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Westmorland and Furness Council’s Dock Museum has been nominated by Visit England for their Hidden Gem and Welcome Awards.
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A new free development programme has launched to help people set up working for themselves offering care and support to older and disabled people locally.
You could offer any kind of help at home such as: cleaning, cooking, shopping, trips out, support to dress and wash, DIY, gardening and more.
The programme is coordinated by Community Catalysts in partnership with Westmorland and Furness Council; and supports people to make sure their care and support business is set up safely, legally and sustainably.
Leave your details at Community Catalysts' website and your local catalysts Jade and Hannah will be in touch for a chat to tell you more.
Find the project on Facebook
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There are nearly 100 Warm Spot venues operating from village halls, community centres, churches, libraries, pubs and sports centres.
- Keep warm
- Enjoy the company of others
- Have a hot drink
- Enjoy a wide range of facilities, activities and support
Find the Warm Spot nearest you by visiting our new webpage. Everyone is welcome and you will not need to give any explanation of why you are there.
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Measles is very infectious and can spread rapidly among communities, such as schools, if people have not had at least one dose of the MMR vaccine.
Symptoms of measles include high fever, runny nose, cough, red and watery eyes, small red spots with a bluish-white centre inside the mouth. A rash can appear later, usually on the face, upper neck, hands and feet, fading after 5 to 6 days.
It's important to make sure your family's vaccination is up to date. The MMR vaccine is safe, effective and protects against this infection.
If you or any of your children have not had 2 doses of the MMR vaccine, please ask your GP surgery for a vaccination appointment. Anyone with symptoms is also being advised to stay at home and phone their GP or NHS 111 for advice.
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