Cumbria is set to take centre stage at the Houses of Parliament next month as political leaders, investors and industry representatives gather together for an economic showcase designed to unlock the county’s next chapter of growth.
The Iron Line project in Millom and Haverigg has reached another key milestone after Cumberland Council’s Planning Committee (Wednesday 25 February 2026) resolved to support the new planning application.
Work has started on clearing land at the Port of Workington and Oldside to prepare the area for future development. Once complete, around 8.49 hectares of development land will be available.
Cumberland Council has launched a consultation on its draft Supported Housing Strategy; a five-year plan designed to help people live independently in safe, secure, and suitable homes throughout Cumberland.
Cumberland Council is informing residents, businesses and visitors that Phase 2 of the essential slope repair works on the B5289 near Ashness Bridge, Keswick is set to begin shortly.
Cumberland Council’s Executive has given their support for a new delivery model that will support 10,000 new homes, new schools and employment sites being built in Carlisle.
Cumberland Council will shortly begin the second and final phase of embankment repair works at Bell Lonning, Sebergham from Monday 23 February 2026, to improve the long term stability and environmental resilience of the riverbank.
Cumberland Council will begin essential road improvement works on the B5345 Main Street and Egremont Road in St Bees, starting Monday 23 February 2026.
