Local elections are happening across England on 4 May. From 4 May 2023, voters in England will need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations in some elections. This will apply to: Local elections Police and Crime Commissioner elections UK parliamentary by-elections Recall petitions From October 2023 it will also apply to UK… Continue reading Voter ID requirement
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Final call to come forward for COVID-19 booster
Residents of Lancashire and South Cumbria are being encouraged to come forward for their COVID-19 booster before the programme ends next month. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has advised that, thanks to the success of the vaccine programme, the offer of an initial booster dose should end on Sunday 12 February. This… Continue reading Final call to come forward for COVID-19 booster
Operation Alliance protects Cumbria against serious and organised crime
Cumbria Constabulary today reveals the scale of the work underway to protect the county against serious and organised crime. Drugs criminals, online offenders and those exploiting the vulnerable were among those caught and jailed in the last year after departments across the constabulary worked to keep the streets safe and deter and solve crime. Officers… Continue reading Operation Alliance protects Cumbria against serious and organised crime
Action by ASLEF and RMT train drivers next week brings fresh disappointment for customers following new timetable roll-out
Northern will be unable to operate any services on two dates next week as a result of the latest strike action by the ASLEF and RMT unions, a situation the train operator has called a ‘fresh disappointment’ for customers. ASLEF and RMT members employed in the role of train drivers will strike on Wednesday 1st… Continue reading Action by ASLEF and RMT train drivers next week brings fresh disappointment for customers following new timetable roll-out
Local Appeal – Burglary reported in the area of Allithwaite Road, Grange-over-sands.
Police are appealing for any witnesses after a burglary was reported in the area of Allithwaite Road, Grange-over-sands. Entry was forced to a property and a number of items taken. We are asking anyone to report suspicious activity in that area between 19 and 24th January. We recommend individuals in the area remain vigilant, and… Continue reading Local Appeal – Burglary reported in the area of Allithwaite Road, Grange-over-sands.
New programme to boost jobs and enterprise
A NEW scheme to boost jobs and the economy has been launched by Copeland Borough Council. The Copeland Skills and Enterprise Partnership includes a range of employers and support organisations. Its work will support entrepreneurs, run courses to help residents into employment, and subsidise work placements. The three-year programme is funded by Copeland Community Fund… Continue reading New programme to boost jobs and enterprise
FIRST CONSTITUTION APPROVED FOR NEW COUNCIL
A key document outlining how a new council will operate has been approved. Members of the Shadow Authority for Westmorland and Furness Council yesterday (Monday, 23 January) agreed the draft Constitution for Westmorland and Furness Council to take effect from 1 April 2023. The Constitution sets out how council decisions will be made and… Continue reading FIRST CONSTITUTION APPROVED FOR NEW COUNCIL
Help for those struggling with resolution to tackle diabetes
If you have or are at risk of Type 2 diabetes and are struggling to keep your new year’s resolution to lose some weight, the NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria may be able to help. Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable, and people can significantly reduce their risk simply by making some small lifestyle… Continue reading Help for those struggling with resolution to tackle diabetes
Foster carers and Homestays providers of vulnerable children and young people are set to receive an extra £500 to help with soaring cost of living
Cumbria County Council fostering service announced today (24 January) that all of its foster carers and Homestays providers will receive a grant of £500 this month to help with the rising cost of living. The one-off payment – drawn from the Household Support Fund which the council run on behalf of the Department for Work… Continue reading Foster carers and Homestays providers of vulnerable children and young people are set to receive an extra £500 to help with soaring cost of living
HARDSHIP GRANTS SUPPORTING PEOPLE THROUGH THE WINTER
Community groups and organisations across Cumbria are being encouraged to apply for funding to help people who are struggling financially. Working in partnership with Cumbria County Council, Cumbria Community Foundation is offering financial support to charitable organisations that are helping people through the cost of living crisis this winter. The Community Hardship Fund… Continue reading HARDSHIP GRANTS SUPPORTING PEOPLE THROUGH THE WINTER