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A unique new installation celebrating the values of Flimby Primary School has officially arrived at Flimby railway station, thanks to a partnership between Community Rail Cumbria, part of Cumberland Council, Flimby Primary School, Northern Trains and Gen2.

Cumberland Council is highlighting the wide range of transport options available across the area, helping residents stay connected whether travelling by bus or through community transport schemes.

Cumberland Council’s Public Transport Team has been looking to the future of rural travel after attending a major national conference focused on improving bus services across the UK.

Cumberland Council is encouraging residents and visitors to make the most of half term and the summer holidays, with affordable travel across the area, thanks to the Cumberland Go bus network.

Cumberland Council has formally raised concerns about the performance of Stagecoach bus services in the area with the Traffic Commissioner, ongoing issues affecting passengers and communities across the county.

Cumberland Council has received a positive progress update on its Cumberland Go bus network, showing how new and improved services are beginning to make a difference for communities across the region.

Cumberland Council was pleased to welcome representatives from the Department for Transport (DfT) to the area as part of ongoing work on a new government‑funded pilot exploring innovative approaches to delivering rural bus services.

Cumberland Council has launched a major upgrade to public transport across the area through its Cumberland Go improvement programme, including a new and enhanced 600 hospital route connecting Carlisle - Cumberland Infirmary – Wigton – Cockermouth – Whitehaven – West Cumberland Hospital, seven‑day‑a‑week.

Following the Highways and Transport Board Strategic meeting last week (Thursday 29 January), Cumberland Council is reminding residents to take advantage of 18 new and enhanced bus routes now operating across the area.

As the New Year approaches, Cumberland Council invites individuals to adopt a purposeful resolution for 2026: volunteer as a driver with our Voluntary Social Car Scheme!