Public health

Cumberland Council has announced a major improvement in early years health services, with more than nine in ten children now receiving a key developmental check — placing the area above the national average.

A major new report reveals the scale of suicidal distress across Cumberland, highlighting higher‑than‑average suicide rates and the urgent need for earlier, more accessible support.

Join us for wellbeing support and activities in Millom and Maryport.

Cumberland Council is inviting landlords, letting agents, and housing professionals to attend two important events in March 2026.

Council supports a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Cumberland Council, in partnership with local NHS services, are pleased to announce the launch of a new Neurodiversity and Emotional Wellbeing Service.

The start of the new school year has seen hundreds more children in Cumberland benefitting from free school meals thanks to the launch of an automatic enrolment system.

Cumberland and Westmorland and Furness Councils are hosting drop-in vaccine information events across Cumbria.

Families flocked to our annual Wellbeing Festival in Whitehaven.

Cumberland Council is taking a major step forward in tackling some of the most pressing health issues and inequalities affecting local communities.