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Cumberland Council is informing residents not to worry if they see a gritter out and about during the next week. Cumberland Council's fleet of gritters will be a familiar sight during the colder months, working tirelessly to keep the roads clear of snow and ice. However, as the council gears up for another winter season, the Highways teams are currently in the process of planning their winter routes.

Cumberland Council is reminding residents and businesses that they still have time to have their say on the development plans for Devonshire Street and English Street in Carlisle. The schemes, funded by the UK Government’s Future High Street Fund and Town Deal Fund, aim to improve the space for the local community and businesses on Devonshire Street and English Street.

Cumberland Council is improving the water drainage system on the A591 near Thirlmere, to help keep the road safe and clear of standing water. The A591 along the side of Thirlmere frequently experiences issues with water discharging from the nearby fells.

Everyone is welcome at two public drop-in events which will help drive new investment plans for Maryport.

Cumberland Council is reminding visitors to the Cumberland beauty spots, to park considerately, especially in the Stonethwaite area. Stonethwaite is a popular beauty spot, which is located near the iconic Black Moss Pot pool, but visitors to the area often park in an obstructive manner, causing inconvenience to others.

Cumberland Council has been improving the road leading up to the Castlerigg stone circle, at Eleventrees in Keswick, with pothole repairs, edge strengthening and road patching.

Cumberland Council has announced that it is investing £179,000 in a resurfacing project at Loweswater. The resurfacing project will involve the use of high-quality materials and modern techniques to ensure that the road is durable and long-lasting.

An action-packed family festival will be held in Whitehaven to promote health and wellbeing.

A Mayor Making ceremony has been held for the new Mayor of Carlisle, Cumberland Councillor, Abdul Harid. The Charter Trustees of the City of Carlisle, made up of 12 Cumberland Councillors, appointed Cllr Harid into the Civic role in May and a ‘Mayor Making’ ceremony was held at Carlisle’s Civic Centre on Thursday 15 June.

On Saturday 17 June 2023, HM The King’s Birthday Honours were announced with several Cumbrians receiving an honour. Eleven Cumbrians have been awarded an honour in The King’s Birthday Honours list which was published in the official newspaper of the Crown, The Gazette.