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Following the formal competitive process, Cumberland Council is pleased to announce that Ms Margaret Taylor has been appointed as the new full-time HM Area Coroner for Cumbria. Ms Taylor’s appointment has been approved by both the Chief Coroner and the Lady Chief Justice.

Bigger and even better - Taste Cumbria is coming back to Carlisle for the second time this Autumn. Following the success of the first event in 2024, the city will play host to the county’s favourite food and drink festivals on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November 2025.

Cumbria will have a new Mayor-led strategic authority, unlocking substantial additional powers and funding to drive economic regeneration across the county. At meetings today (14 October), both Cumberland and Westmorland and Furness Councils gave their final consent to the Government’s devolution proposals, paving the way for a new era of locally based decision making and opportunity.

As Bonfire Night approaches, Cumberland Council’s Trading Standards team is reminding residents to purchase fireworks only from reputable, licensed retailers and to put safety first when celebrating.

Join us in Braithwaite to find out more about waste, and how to report issues to us.

A course, designed to shine a light on the wide range of rewarding careers available in the public sector, was held earlier this month. It showcased a fantastic employment support programme delivered by Inspira, in partnership with the Skills & Enterprise Partnership and Cumberland Council.

Visitors to this year’s Carlisle Fireshow are being asked to dig into the bottom of their pockets and support local charities.

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce the next phase of improvements to Carlisle Library, part of the Carlisle Town Deal investment.

Cumberland Council is delighted to announce the successful completion of the Buckbarrow Bridge reconstruction project on Corney Fell, with the road officially reopening to all users from 5.00pm, Friday 10 October 2025.

Cumberland Council and Cumbria Police are working together to improve road safety and respond to community concerns, with new safety cameras proposed for the A595 Holmrook and A6071 Smithfield.