Cumberland Council

Day of Reflection 2025 As part of this year’s Day of Reflection on Sunday 9 March, we will light up some of our buildings in yellow as a symbol of remembrance and solidarity. The Day of Reflection is a special moment to remember everyone who died during the COVID-19 pandemic, to lend our support to all those who are grieving, and to take time and space to recognise and reflect on the loss we've collectively experienced since the pandemic began. Find events and places for reflection near you: https://lnkd.in/esh2fEbM

Thanks to all the independent fostering agencies who joined us for our Home Finding day this week. The day was a new approach for Cumberland - a chance to hear from our senior leadership team and our incredible Care Ambassador as well as learn about the brilliant children and young people. The next event is online, on the 18 June, and we are planning our next in person event in September. Get in touch if you'd like to join us or hear more. We had really positive feedback about the day, including: "A really refreshing and nice approach to the day" "Can see that [Cumberland Council] are working to enable the best outcomes for our children" "Cumberland are working to ensure that we have the right families for our children."

?? Applications Open: Step Up to Social Work 2026! ?? Looking for a career change? Passionate about supporting children and families? Train as a social worker with Cumberland Council through the Greater Lancashire Regional Partnership – Cohort 9! Why apply? ? Hands-on training in a local authority while studying ? ￡21,995 tax-free bursary for financial support ? Earn a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma & register with Social Work England Eligibility: ? Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree (or predicted) ? At least 6 months’ relevant work/voluntary experience ? GCSE English (Grade 4/C+) or equivalent ?? Apply now: https://bit.ly/3ECWEjq Step Up to Social Work today! ??

Last year, our incredible community effort earned us a Gold Medal AND the prestigious Rose Bowl Award in the 'Cumbria in Bloom' competition! ???? This amazing achievement recognised our beautiful wildflower meadows, strong community involvement, and commitment to biodiversity. Because of this Gold win, we've been selected to represent Cumbria in the Britain in Bloom competition, in the Coastal Town category. The team is already hard at work planning and preparing for the judging day in July.

You have the strength to give up smoking ?? With our stop smoking support, you can receive guidance for up to 12 weeks! You can expect help with: - Setting a quit date - Managing triggers - Coping with cravings - Accessing FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Find out more about the Smokefree Cumberland service here:

We have given the green light for a public consultation on the St Cuthbert’s Garden Village draft Local Plan. This ambitious project will bring 10,000 new homes, new schools, and employment opportunities to south Carlisle over the next 30 - 40 years. It’s the largest development of its kind in the North of England, designed to create a thriving, well-planned community. ?? Have Your Say! The final public consultation will run between Monday 17 March and Tuesday 6 May 2025. This is your last chance to share your thoughts before the plan goes to an independent inspector. ?? Attend a Public Consultation Event: Tuesday 18 March | 10am - 8pm | Cummersdale Village Hall Wednesday 19 March | 10am - 8pm | Carlisle Racecourse Thursday 20 March | 10am - 8pm | Creighton Rugby Club Your input matters - help shape the future of Carlisle For more information or to comment on the draft St Cuthbert’s Garden Village Local Plan, visit www.stcuthbertsgv.co.uk. You can also see a paper copy of the Local Plan at Carlisle Library or the Civic Centre reception during normal opening hours.

Our Leader, Councillor Mark Fryer, welcomed Minister for Local Government & English Devolution Jim McMahon to Cumberland on Thursday to discuss devolution, which could see powers and funding transferred from London to Cumbria. The Government has launched a public consultation in areas chosen for the Devolution Priority Programme (DPP). The consultation seeks views on a proposal to form a Mayoral Combined Authority for the local government areas of Cumberland and Westmorland and Furness. You can find out more and have your say on this proposal at: https://lnkd.in/e_xBWNy8 Cllr Mark Fryer, is pictured with the Minister and Josh MacAlister MP whilst on a tour of the New Balance factory in Flimby. Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Last chance to apply - closing soon! ?? Cumberland Council is looking for two dynamic Senior Finance Managers to join our team! If you're a finance professional with a passion for leadership, strategic financial management, and making a real impact in the public sector, we want to hear from you! ?? Senior Finance Manager – Corporate Finance (Deputy S151) - Salary (￡78,536 - ￡81,330) ?? Senior Finance Manager – Business Partnering (Deputy S151) - Salary (￡78,536 - ￡81,330) ?? In these senior leadership roles, you’ll: ? Lead Accountancy & Financial Planning teams ? Provide expert financial advice to Councillors & Officers ? Drive high-performance financial management ? Ensure strong financial control & value for money ? Act as Deputy Section 151 Officer ?? Hybrid working – Offices in Carlisle, Workington, or Whitehaven ?? Permanent positions ?? Must have full CCAB accounting qualification & senior finance experience Join a forward-thinking council that values ambition, collaboration, compassion, empowerment, and innovation. Be part of a team shaping the future of our communities! ?? Apply today or tag someone who’d be perfect for this opportunity! https://lnkd.in/enGPMFQv #FinanceJobs #SeniorFinanceManager #LocalGovernment #Hiring #CumberlandCouncil #FinanceLeadership

?? Ready to quit smoking? If you live in Cumberland and are over 18, we’re here to help you kick the habit for good! Find out more about the Smokefree Cumberland service here: https://lnkd.in/e-i9GMcq

Detailed design work has commenced on the Workington Gateway project. Story Contracting Limited started site investigation on the A596 Bridge Street, Ramsay Brow and Hall Brow this week. The work will be carried out during daytime off peak hours and in the evening is expected to last for two weeks. Most work will be carried out within lane closures with limited impact on traffic. When the work requires temporary traffic lights, the traffic lights at the bottom of Ramsay Brow will be switched off while the temporary signals are in place. These site investigations are in preparation for the ￡10 million Workington Gateway transformation which begins in earnest this Summer. It will enhance connectivity with employment sites in the north of the town by widening the key A66/A596 junction, as well as the A596 at Hall Brow between the police headquarters and Workington Bridge. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e_PVRCmj