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Northern issues a warning to hen, stag and sten parties as it launches 75%-off ‘groups winter sale’

Northern has issued a warning to hen, stag and sten parties about unacceptable behaviour as it launches its ‘groups winter sale’. The train operator, whose network covers towns, cities, seaside resorts and rural locations popular for pre-wedding and civil ceremony celebrations, has asked these groups to be mindful of other customers, moderate their alcohol in-take… Continue reading Northern issues a warning to hen, stag and sten parties as it launches 75%-off ‘groups winter sale’

Local Appeals – Verbal abuse, Mill Lane, Walney

Cumbria Police are investigating an incident that occurred in the area of Mill Lane, Walney, between the hours of 8pm and 9pm on Wednesday 4 October 2023. The incident involved a teenage boy being approached by two other teenagers on push bikes who were verbally abusive. It’s believed two other unknown members of the public… Continue reading Local Appeals – Verbal abuse, Mill Lane, Walney

Arrest made during Rural Crime Team warrants

A dedicated team targeting rural and wildlife crime has conducted four warrants under the Animal Welfare Act and Wildlife and Countryside Act in Cumbria yesterday (5 Oct). The Rural Crime Team which launched last month supported by officers from Whitehaven and Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Teams, North and West Tactical Support, Dog Handler and the RSPCA… Continue reading Arrest made during Rural Crime Team warrants

BAE Systems is due to move a heavy load by road today

Barrow-in-Furness, UK – BAE Systems is due to move a heavy load by road on Friday, 6 October. A transport vehicle is due to leave the Central Yard at approximately 9.30am and travel down Bridge Road to the Devonshire Dock Complex. The move will take around an hour and Cumbria Constabulary will operate… Continue reading BAE Systems is due to move a heavy load by road today

Cumberland Council agrees innovative plan for homecare services

Cumberland Council is set to transform the way it procures homecare services with an innovative new Homecare Framework, providing flexible and reliable 24-hour care options while maintaining high-quality services tailored to individual needs. Plans include the implementation of a new framework that allows for more flexible contracts and enables the Council to work with Care… Continue reading Cumberland Council agrees innovative plan for homecare services

Free sanitary products now available in toilets around the town centre

Ulverston Town Council are delighted to be supporting the End Period Poverty Scheme by introducing free sanitary products in toilets in the town. Mayor of Ulverston, Michelle Scrogham, has funded the relaunch of the scheme in the town through her Mayors Charity Fund. She said “I had hoped that following Scotland’s decision to provide free… Continue reading Free sanitary products now available in toilets around the town centre

Deadline looming for education travel grant scheme

Time is running out for young people to apply for a new grant scheme to help pay for travel to access education and training. Applications for Westmorland and Furness Council’s 16 to 19 Education Travel Bursary Fund will close at noon on 20 October 2023. The fund is aimed at supporting young people in Westmorland… Continue reading Deadline looming for education travel grant scheme

Get involved in shaping care and support services

Westmorland and Furness Council would like to work alongside people who access Adult Social Care and involve them in shaping care and support services for individuals, families and communities. Co-production describes a way for people who use services, decision makers, family carers and service providers to work together to deliver services. It’s built on the principle… Continue reading Get involved in shaping care and support services

Woman charged with affray following Ulverston investigation

Officers investigating the death of a woman in Ulverston in February have today (4 October) charged a woman with affray. On 20 February 2023, police were called to County Square in Ulverston where a woman, Holly Lambert, was found unconscious. Holly was subsequently declared deceased. Cumbria Police’s investigation resulted in the arrest of three people… Continue reading Woman charged with affray following Ulverston investigation

BAE Systems Submarines Launches Second Social Impact Report

BAE Systems Submarines has ramped up the support it provides to the communities in which it operates. Focusing on Barrow and Cumbria, but with significant contributions elsewhere in the UK, the company has more than maintained its commitment to invest in people and places, as well as submarine manufacturing. The company produced its first… Continue reading BAE Systems Submarines Launches Second Social Impact Report

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