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£189 millon boost to North West’s economy from new free trade agreement with Australia

The UK has signed an historic trade agreement with Australia, our first ‘from scratch’ since leaving the EU, setting new global standards in digital and services and creating new work and travel opportunities for Brits and Aussies. The deal will unlock £10.4 billion of additional trade, boosting our economy and increasing wages across the UK,… Continue reading £189 millon boost to North West’s economy from new free trade agreement with Australia

Christmas Message from Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner

Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall, said: “This year has been an incredibly difficult year for everyone as we have had to deal with COVID. I would like to thank our communities across the county who have worked with the police by following the rules and working together. “It is important that we… Continue reading Christmas Message from Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner

Local Appeals – Burglary at White Stiles, Kendal

Police are investigating a burglary at a property on White Stiles, Kendal, that occurred on 15th December at approximately 2pm. The suspect made off after being disturbed by the occupant. A sum of money is believed to have been taken during the incident. Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen a man… Continue reading Local Appeals – Burglary at White Stiles, Kendal

Waiting list patients set to benefit from innovative new service

Patients on waiting lists in Lancashire and South Cumbria are set to benefit from an innovative artificial intelligence service developed by the NHS to allow patients to let their hospital know their current health status. Chatbot, an automated call system, guides patients through a series of questions designed by NHS consultants and healthcare experts.… Continue reading Waiting list patients set to benefit from innovative new service

People urged to look out for signs of domestic abuse at Christmas

People are being reminded to look out for signs that someone may be suffering from domestic abuse this Christmas. Cases of domestic abuse do tend to increase in December, when alcohol-fuelled nights out and the stresses of Christmas arise. Officers want victims to know that there is support available and that they don’t have to… Continue reading People urged to look out for signs of domestic abuse at Christmas

Local Appeals – Damage to Christmas Display, Milnthrope and Mobility Scooter theft High Ridge, Kendal

Milnthorpe Police are investigating a report of damage to the Christmas display at The Square, Milnthorpe. The damage occurred overnight, between 6pm on the 12th and 8am on the 13th December Damage has been caused to the fencing and to three of the displayed reindeers inside. Anyone with information relating to this incident is… Continue reading Local Appeals – Damage to Christmas Display, Milnthrope and Mobility Scooter theft High Ridge, Kendal

Covid vaccination volunteer presented with BBC award

A Covid-19 vaccination volunteer has been presented with a BBC North West Tonight Christmas Star for all his hard work since the vaccination programme began. Peter Garwood, 65, from Barrow-in-Furness, was presented with the award on Wednesday 8 December at the Alfred Barrow Health Centre during a Covid vaccination clinic. Peter, a member of… Continue reading Covid vaccination volunteer presented with BBC award

The greatest gift this Christmas could be saving a life

As Christmas approaches NHS Blood and Transplant is calling on families in Cumbria to talk about organ donation and register their decision to help save lives. With some families hoping to get together for Christmas for the first time since the pandemic began, NHS Blood and Transplant is urging people to take a moment… Continue reading The greatest gift this Christmas could be saving a life

NHS to offer Booster booking to every adult by end of December

The NHS vaccination programme will offer every adult the chance to book a COVID-19 booster vaccine by the end of the year in a race to protect the nation against the Omicron variant. As part of the biggest and fastest vaccine programme in health service history, online bookings are available for all those in… Continue reading NHS to offer Booster booking to every adult by end of December

Kendal – Three arrested following stop check of a vehicle

Officers arrested three men following a stop check on Windermere Road, Kendal on Saturday 11th December at around 9:15pm. A 29-year-old man from Wigan and a 19-year-old man from Ormskirk were arrested on suspicion of burglary and possession of a class B – Cannabis and release under investigation. A third man aged 28 from… Continue reading Kendal – Three arrested following stop check of a vehicle

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