Economic regeneration

Ground investigation surveys are underway at the Cumberland Sports Village site in Workington - marking an important step in the development.

Cumberland Council has published an updated timetable for the preparation of its new Local Plan, alongside a formal Notice to Commence Plan Making, in line with updated government regulations introduced earlier this year.

Residents and businesses are being encouraged to have their say on the next phase of the Connected Cleator Moor project.

The opportunity to have a say on Carlisle’s long-term future is available from today (Monday 29 June).

Cumberland Council is delighted to share that major improvements to Workington town centre are nearing completion, marking a significant milestone in the town’s ongoing transformation.

The Edge, Cumbria’s Coastal Activities Centre in Whitehaven, has received its first major accolade after winning at the prestigious North West Awards for Planning Excellence 2026.

Chair appointed and board members sought in next steps for Raffles and Morton.

An iconic Carlisle building is set to reopen after more than a decade, thanks to an innovative partnership bringing together Cumberland Council, Story Contracting, Story Homes, Carlisle College and Habitat for Humanity Great Britain.

Work is almost complete on Maryport’s former Carlton Cinema and the building is about to be handed over to the community organisation which will secure its future as a cultural and entertainment hub.

Cumbria has set out its ambitions to turn the global spotlight of the 2027 Tour de France into long-term economic gains, as it promoted a range of major development projects at a national investment conference.