Economic regeneration

A new Innovation Centre in Workington is on track for practical completion next month and has an operator in place to run the building.

Cumbria is set to take centre stage at the Houses of Parliament next month as political leaders, investors and industry representatives gather together for an economic showcase designed to unlock the county’s next chapter of growth.

The Iron Line project in Millom and Haverigg has reached another key milestone after Cumberland Council’s Planning Committee (Wednesday 25 February 2026) resolved to support the new planning application.

Work has started on clearing land at the Port of Workington and Oldside to prepare the area for future development. Once complete, around 8.49 hectares of development land will be available.

Cumberland Council’s Executive has given their support for a new delivery model that will support 10,000 new homes, new schools and employment sites being built in Carlisle.

A major project for Egremont reaches milestone

Cumberland Council is pleased to update residents on the ongoing improvements at Hammond’s Pond, delivered through the Start with the Park project.

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce the successful relocation of the historic Lawson’s Monument, returning it to its original home in Court Square and restoring an important piece of Carlisle’s heritage.

Cumberland Council is advising residents and road users of upcoming changes to traffic management as Phase 2 of the Workington Gateway project begins.

Cumberland Council will be commencing a series of essential highway improvement works in Carlisle from Monday 9 February 2026, aimed at enhancing safety, accessibility, and the overall efficiency of the local road network.