Westmorland and Furness Council’s Virtual School, in partnership with Family Action, have been trialing specialist mental health sessions for children struggling in school following the COVID-19 pandemic. The number of children absent from school has increased since the pandemic according to a report by the cross-party Education Select Committee. The council decided to act after discussions… Continue reading Resilience sessions trialed in bid to boost school attendance after the pandemic
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Multi-agency conference held to update on work to tackle violence against women and girls
Cumbria Police hosted a multi-agency ‘Changing Culture’ conference last week as part of work to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG) in the county. The conference was held at The Roundthorn Hotel in Penrith on Tuesday (3 Oct), with more than 100 people from different organisations in attendance. Detective Chief Inspector Hayley Wilkinson, Cumbria… Continue reading Multi-agency conference held to update on work to tackle violence against women and girls
PFCC supports Get Safe Online Week in Cumbria
Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC), Peter McCall, is supporting Get Safe Online Week (9 – 13 October) in the county. Every year, leading online safety advisory organisation, Get Safe Online, holds Get Safe Online Week, which focuses on a particular topic helping people to use the internet with safety, security and confidence.… Continue reading PFCC supports Get Safe Online Week in Cumbria
World Mental Health day guest Shaun Blezard from Every Life Matters
Catch up with Deb Henry’s insightful discussion with Shaun Blezard from “Every Life Matters” on World Mental Health Day? 🌍🧠 Don’t worry, you can catch up and delve into their thoughtful and inspiring conversation about the importance of every individual’s mental well-being. 💬❤️ “Every Life Matters” plays a vital role in promoting Suicide Safer Communities… Continue reading World Mental Health day guest Shaun Blezard from Every Life Matters
DPFCC meets new recruits during their first few weeks of training
Cumbria’s Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (DPFCC), Mike Johnson, met with some of Cumbria’s newest police officers, at Cumbria Constabulary HQ recently. The cohort of trainees, ranging in age from 19 to 30 years old, were in their first few weeks of training, as part of the three-year Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) programme.… Continue reading DPFCC meets new recruits during their first few weeks of training
Foster carers from Barrow share their stories in our latest fostering film
A new film launched this week features four foster carers from Barrow, who are all supporting Cumbria Fostering’s latest campaign to find more foster families for children across Cumbria. In the short film, the foster carers share their experience of fostering and talk about the difference they make to the lives of local children… Continue reading Foster carers from Barrow share their stories in our latest fostering film
World Mental Health Day guest Mike Cassells from Mind in Furness
Missed Deb Henry’s insightful conversation with Mike Cassells from Mind in Furness on World Mental Health Day? 🌍🧠 Don’t worry, you can catch up and gain valuable insights into the mental health support and resources available in our community! 👂🤝 They discussed important topics related to mental health and the crucial role that organizations like… Continue reading World Mental Health Day guest Mike Cassells from Mind in Furness
Catch up…. World Mental Health Day guest Jake from Women’s Community Matters
On World Mental Health Day, Deb Henry had a heart-to-heart chat with Jake from Women’s Community Matters. They delved into the vital work that Women’s Community Matters does, with a particular focus on supporting young people. Jake also shared his personal journey, including the loss of his brother to suicide. 💬❤️ It was a powerful… Continue reading Catch up…. World Mental Health Day guest Jake from Women’s Community Matters
Man charged following burglary in Barrow
A man has been charged with aggravated burglary following an incident at an address on Ramsgate Crescent, Barrow on 8 October 2023. Ryan McMahon, 27, of Barrow, has been charged with aggravated burglary and importation of cannabis. He will appear before Barrow Magistrates Court today (10 October).
Track to trail with ‘Ease’: Cumbrian tourism kingpin launches new e-bike hire from Arnside station
Northern customers planning to explore the South Lakes and Morecambe Bay can now transfer from track to trail with ease thanks to the launch of ‘Ease E Ride’ at Arnside station. Local business owner, Mike Tuner, has assembled a fleet of 30 bespoke electric bikes and opened a shop next to Arnside train station for… Continue reading Track to trail with ‘Ease’: Cumbrian tourism kingpin launches new e-bike hire from Arnside station