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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

Plans for a multimillion-pound industrial hub, located at the heart of the Leconfield Estate in Cleator Moor, have been submitted for planning approval.

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

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.

Cumberland Council is urging drivers, businesses and residents to plan their journeys in advance as a series of essential roadworks and utility works take place in the south of Carlisle over the coming weeks.

Cumberland Council is set to carry out carriageway resurfacing works on Willow Holme Road in Carlisle.

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.