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Have you taken part in the current Government consultation on the creation of a mayoral combined authority for Cumbria?
Responses from individuals, groups and businesses are being accepted until 23.59pm on Sunday 13 April.
Here’s a few facts about what is proposed:
- Under devolution arrangements, central Government transfer powers and money to regions across the country. This allows people who know their areas best to decide where money is spent.
- Through the Government’s Devolution Priority Programme, we want to secure fair funding and fair power and influence for Cumbria.
- The combined authority would have a mayor, elected by voters across the areas of Westmorland and Furness and Cumberland Councils.
- Each council would appoint two representatives to be members of the authority and a maximum of four non-constituent and associate members.
- The two existing councils would continue delivering current services such as adults and children’s social care, refuse collection and planning applications.
- The new authority would have specific powers around transport and local infrastructure, skills and employment support, housing and strategic planning, economic development and regeneration, environment and climate change, health, wellbeing and public service reform and public safety.
Cumbria is getting its very own community flag, and YOU can help design it!
Whether you're an artist, a school, a community group, or simply passionate about Cumbria, this is your chance to create a symbol that represents our county.
Unlike many counties, Cumbria doesn’t yet have a community flag representing the county as a whole. This new flag will be a free, public emblem for everyone to use and be proud of!
Why enter?
- Open to all ages & skill levels
- Express pride in our local community
- Celebrate Cumbria’s heritage & culture
Deadline: Friday 25 April 2025
Enter online or by post. Let’s make history together!
“A Changing Windermere” is a newly-released, science-led assessment of the lake’s health, drawing on decades of research and the latest monitoring data.
The report examines key factors influencing Windermere’s water quality, including; nutrients, bacteria, fish, biodiversity, climate change, and the role of people in this special place. It provides a clear picture of how Windermere is evolving, what’s improving, and where challenges remain.
The report will help shape the Love Windermere Partnership’s upcoming Action Plan, due to be published in 2025. The plan will outline specific measures to address the key findings, including reducing nutrient inputs, mitigating the impacts of climate change, and promoting sustainable practices across the catchment.
“A Changing Windermere” report, poster and postcard are now available to download from the Love Windermere website.
Join us! There are currently 73 job opportunities available to apply for now.
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