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Cumberland libraries are marking Mental Health Awareness Week by working with local social prescribing teams and community groups to offer free wellbeing taster sessions across libraries in West Cumberland.

Cumberland Council is thanking local residents, businesses and community representatives who shared their views on potential Active Travel improvements in Carlisle, as the county prepares to play its part in major national and international cycling events.

The benefits of investing in Cumbria will be showcased at a three-day business conference (Tuesday 19 - Thursday 21 May 2026) which is set to attract 16,000 delegates and more than 1,750 potential investors.

Residents across Cumbria are being encouraged to consider fostering as part of Foster Care Fortnight (11–24 May 2026), the UK’s largest awareness-raising campaign for foster care

Cumberland Council led a waste crime disruption operation with Cumbria Constabulary and the DVSA in response to rising national concern over illegal waste activity.

Cumberland Council and the Carlisle Town Deal Board will host a celebratory event on Friday 15 May 2026 to recognise the achievements of the Carlisle Town Deal programme and mark the completion of Project Tullie, which officially reopened in April 2025.

Cumberland Council has launched the Cumberland Economic Strategy, a bold and comprehensive plan designed to accelerate sustainable growth, attract new investment, and create high quality opportunities for residents and businesses across the region.

Cumberland Council will be carrying out road improvement works on the B5289 at Low Lorton.

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce upcoming road improvement works on the C4001 Lowca, aimed at enhancing the local road network and supporting safer, smoother journeys for residents, businesses and visitors.

Cumberland Council has welcomed national recognition for contractors it has worked closely with on major regeneration and community projects across Carlisle and West Cumbria.