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Cumberland Council has approved a budget that maintains investment in essential services and community projects while managing financial pressures.

CUMBERLAND Council has agreed a proposed budget for the next financial year, which sees continued investment in services and local communities despite a challenging financial situation.

CUMBERLAND Council is inviting residents, businesses, and organisations to share their views on proposals for its 2026/27 budget.

Today marks a major milestone for Cumbria as the Government has laid the Statutory Instrument in Parliament to formally establish the Cumbria Combined Authority. This is the final legislative step before the creation of a new Mayoral Combined Authority for our region early next year.

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.

Council supports a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Cumberland Councillors met yesterday afternoon (Tuesday 7 October) to discuss plans for devolution in Cumbria.

Cumberland Council is encouraging residents to complete its Residents' Survey and help it plan council services for the coming years.

The Port of Workington – owned and operated by Cumberland Council – has been shortlisted twice at the upcoming British Port Association (BPA) Awards.

On the build up to the bank holiday on Monday 25 August, Cumberland Council is reminding residents how to access its services.