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.
The Connecting Cumbria team are encouraging businesses to check what broadband and mobile connectivity is available in their area, as access to faster, more reliable services continues to expand.
CUMBERLAND Council has agreed its budget for 2025/26 which will deliver millions of pounds of investment into the area and improve key services for the public.