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Works to resume Near Ashness Bridge, Derwent Water

Cumberland Council will shortly resume essential slope repair works along the B5289 near Ashness Bridge, Keswick, as part of ongoing efforts to protect the natural beauty of Derwent Water and ensure the long‑term safety of this key route.
23 January 2026
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Credit Stuart Walker. Caption: Leader of Cumberland Council, Cllr Mark Fryer and Cllr Deputy Leader of Cumberland Council, Cllr Emma Williamson in Whitehaven, following the successful completion of the Green Market and Duke Street project

Funding support to improve King Street, Whitehaven

Cumberland Council is launching a new grants scheme to help transform King Street in Whitehaven. Empty and dilapidated premises that cause an eyesore for the town centre have been identified as a key issue to tackle. The new Building Improvement Grants will support bringing vacant units back into use and improve the appearance of occupied properties.
22 January 2026
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Connecting Cumbria Unveils Digital Infrastructure Strategy 2026–2030

Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council have launched the Cumbria Digital Infrastructure Strategy 2026–2030, building on the success of the previous 2020-2025 strategy, setting out a bold plan to deliver world-class digital connectivity and support Cumbria’s £12bn economy.
20 January 2026
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Lighting up in purple for Holocaust Memorial Day 2026

Cumberland Council will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day on Tuesday 27 January 2026, by lighting up key buildings in purple across Cumberland, honouring the millions of people affected by genocide.
19 January 2026

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