Through targeted investment from the Town Deal programme, Workington is growing its economy and employment base by focusing on its strengths in manufacturing and clean energy. Capitalising on a skilled workforce, a competitive cost base, and localised support the aim is to attract new and growing businesses.
We are currently delivering a £13 million Innovation Centre within the town centre and a £6 million Logistics and Clean Energy Hub at the Port of Workington. Supporting this towns leisure, sporting strengths and town centre offer a new modern stadium is being delivered.
We are also improving access into the town through the £9.6 million Workington Gateway project, which will improve strategic connectivity from the M6/A66.