Cumbria.
ceremonial county of England
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Models are underway regarding potential political shifts and representation changes in the county of Cumbria, with a focus on Carlisle.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An election was held on September 1, 2026, to determine the leader of the Cumbria Combined Authority.Some support1 report
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Service cuts are proposed for Stagecoach operations, prompting Tim Farron to meet with leadership regarding service changes in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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David Allen and Mike Starkie are campaigning for the Mayor of Cumbria.Well supported7 reports
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Playdale Playgrounds, which designs and manufactures equipment in Cumbria, has achieved FSC Chain of Custody Certification.Well supported3 reports
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Cumbria Tourism is lobbying the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) regarding regional issues.Some support1 report
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Levens village is located within the county boundaries of Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Network Rail is dealing with operational risks and conducting earthworks schemes in Cumbria due to weather patterns influenced by El Niño.Some support1 report
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A proposed visitor tax aims to fund local infrastructure, involving Mike Starkie and his background as former mayor of Copeland, impacting the Lake District and Cumbria.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Cumbria experience led to business in Lake District.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A pass/road shares its title with North Yorkshire and is located in the Lake District area.Some support1 report
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Carlisle is the focus of regional development efforts.Some support1 report
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Combined operations are being implemented across the wider Yorkshire region, including Greater Manchester and Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Cumbria is a ceremonial county within England, and the Met Office operates within the UK/England.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Cumbria is confirmed as part of northern England and is utilized as part of Low Flying Area 17.Some support2 reports
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Arnside Knott, located in Cumbria, is now under the management of the National Trust.Some support1 report
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GNAAS operates across North Yorkshire and Cumbria, and the related event concludes in the area.Some support1 report
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A specific bridge is affected by necessary repairs at M6 Junction 38, impacting the areas of Tebay, Cumbria, and Kirkby Stephen.Some support1 report
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The Cumberland Show, an agricultural event, is being organized in Cumbria by the Cumberland Agricultural Society.Some support1 report1 development inside
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NFU representatives are attending agricultural shows taking place in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Farming operations in Cumbria are producing for the Arla contract.Some support1 report
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J.K.Mandale Coal Merchants, based in Penrith, served customers in the region on September 4, 2026.Some support1 report
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Potential return of passenger and commercial flight routes from the Carlisle Lake District Airport in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Tim Farron urged Andy Burnham to prioritize bluetongue during a political discussion involving Cumbria and the House of Commons.Some support1 report
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A business has been confirmed to be operating within the county limits of Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Cheryl Hill runs a sweet shop in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Carlisle and Whitehaven are located within the county of Cumbria.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Expanding broadband network and donating over £470,000 to various charities in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Bluetongue disease is spreading between regions, with recent detections at premises around Carlisle, linking to cases in Cumbria and Kelso.Some support1 report
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Grassington breeders competed in a Skipton auction featuring genetics from Cumbria on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Arqiva operates services in the region, with services extending into Cumbria and Scotland.Some support1 report
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Solfest, a festival, operated in Cumbria for over 20 years.Some support1 report
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Maryport, which is part of the Cumbrian coast, is connected to ECP, a national trail in England.Some support2 reports
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The heritage center is situated in the market town of Cockermouth, Cumbria.Some support1 report
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SPAR's scheme supports community in Cumbria and provides grant funding in Carlisle.Some support1 report
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A broadcast network operated by Arqiva, which also handles NPC reports, experienced a failure leading to a blackout affecting Cumbria and other nations.Some support1 report
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Independent festival scene in Wiltshire and Cumbria faces operational challenges.Some support2 reports
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Cumbria deployed resources to assist South Wales wildfires.Some support1 report
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BAE Systems is Cumbria's major employer, while Mike Starkie serves as Mayor and Andrew Bennett leads Team Barrow.Some support1 report
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Guardian reported on drowning deaths in the UK, noting that Grasmere lake is located in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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AI agents are transforming business practices in the region of Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Cumbria seeks leadership to address economic decline.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Promises of growth in every postcode are being made for the Lake District and Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Anne Gray is now the senior land manager at Environment Bank, which is located near Cockermouth in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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A festival in Cumbria is seeking an identity to support its expansion plans.Some support1 report
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Burnham's leadership and Starmer's projections are analyzed regarding Labour's fortunes in Cumbria.Some support2 reports
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Participants from Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Lancashire took part in a national bowling competition.Some support1 report
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Imogen started making pasta in Cumbria, while Northern Pasta Co. is not available in New Zealand.Some support1 report
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Cumbria is needed for coking coal extraction, while UK expansion promises jobs in Scotland and North England.Some support2 reports
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SIBA and Lakes Brew Co achieved national champion status for brews, driving the local beer scene from a taproom near the stream in Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Andy Burnham, who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester, is aiming to be elected Mayor of Cumbria.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CBI Regional Director focuses on Cumbria's business needs, coinciding with discussions that devolution plans could benefit future investment.Some support2 reports
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The North West Ambulance Service is responding to medical emergencies in the Lake District region of Cumbria during a festival.Some support1 report
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The Lake District, located in Cumbria, Great Britain, is a region known for its landscapes, activities like kayaking, and notable buildings.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Eleanor Williams, who is from Barrow, Cumbria, is receiving media coverage regarding her case and early release scheme.Some support1 report
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Barrow and Carlisle are peer Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) that are currently operating in Cumbria, with their service areas expanding to include local landmarks like Barrow Park.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A foundation has begun supporting various projects in the Barrow and Cumbria areas.Some support1 report
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Community Energy England reports on energy production in England, highlighting the community energy movement in Barrow and Ulverston, Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Cattle sales are showing strong demand across various regions of England, including Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Heavy rain and harsh weather conditions are forecast for several regions in England, including the East Midlands, Cambridgeshire, and Cumbria.Some support1 report
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Around Cumbria this week
News at the entities that move Cumbria most-
Met Office Shared contextMet Office forecasts a heatwave for Worcestershire.Moves Cumbria
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Andy Burnham OperationalA new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Moves Cumbria
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Mike Starkie StructuralLocal mayoral candidates engaged in political discourse and a nuclear industry showcase was held in Workington.Moves Cumbria
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United Utilities StructuralService failures impacting essential utilities in Little Lever.Moves Cumbria
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is providing funding for farm resilience efforts across the Devon region, involving Torbay Council and the broader local government structure.
Moves Cumbria
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Confederation of British Industry OperationalThe Confederation of British Industry calls for government consideration of public finances, supported by analysis from Capital Economics.Moves Cumbria
Connections
The 40 strongest of 594, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Lakeland Structural
South Lakeland was historically an administrative district within Cumbria.
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Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham actively campaigns for and influences Cumbria's governance and economic future through political engagement and policy proposals.
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Maryport Structural
Maryport is a town geographically located within the administrative boundaries of Cumbria.
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Met Office Shared context
Met Office provides official weather forecasts and warnings relevant to the geographical area of Cumbria.
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Mike Starkie Structural
Mike Starkie holds political office and advocates for the governance and economic interests of Cumbria.
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Cumberland Structural
Cumberland was administratively absorbed into Cumbria via the Local Government Act 1974 reorganization.
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Sellafield Structural
Sellafield provides high-paying engineering roles and expertise that supports the regional economy of Cumbria.
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Arla Structural
The regional farming operations of Cumbria are functionally linked to Arla through ongoing production contracts.
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South Wales Operational
Cumbria deployed resources to assist South Wales during wildfires.
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United Utilities Structural
United Utilities provides essential water services to communities located within the geographical area of Cumbria.
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government Structural
Cumbria's services and future are regulated by the government, while Cumbria actively seeks greater fiscal and political powers from it.
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Cumbria actively lobbies the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs regarding regional issues.
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David Allen Structural
David Allen holds the functional role of PFCC (Permanent Fixture/Functional Chief Contact) for the entity Cumbria.
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Greater Manchester Operational
The two regions engage in operational cooperation, specifically mutual aid, during major wildfire response efforts.
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Green Party Operational
The Green Party is actively campaigning and selecting candidates for political office within the county of Cumbria.
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The Trust operates as a healthcare provider whose mandate is to serve the population base of the county.
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Confederation of British Industry Operational
The Confederation of British Industry actively focuses on and addresses the economic needs and issues within Cumbria.
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Manchester Structural
Cumbria is evaluating and potentially adopting governance and economic development models pioneered in the greater Manchester area.
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Northumberland Operational
The two regions actively compete in the tourism market and share common regulatory targets regarding waste policy.
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David Allen Operational
David Allen is politically active and holds office within the geographical boundaries of Cumbria.
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National Trust Operational
The National Trust manages Arnside Knott, a site located within the region of Cumbria.
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BELL Structural
Bell is employed by an organization whose operations are based in Cumbria.
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Tim Farron Shared context
Tim Farron serves as the Member of Parliament for the constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale, which is located in Cumbria.
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Carlisle Lake District Airport Structural
The airport serves the region of Cumbria by providing potential passenger flight connections.
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Royal Netherlands Air Force Shared context
The Royal Netherlands Air Force utilizes the geographical area of Cumbria as the operational context for its training exercises.
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Keir Starmer Shared context
The political actions and platform of Keir Starmer were evaluated against the electoral and demographic realities of Cumbria.
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Yorkshire Operational
Cumbria is functionally integrated into the wider Yorkshire region through combined operations.
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NPC Shared context
NPC operates a transmitter whose service area provides coverage to the region of Cumbria.
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Wales Transactional
Cumbria provides aid to assist in the management of wildfires in South Wales.
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Bryan Steel Shared context
Bryan Steel's activities are situated within the regional context of Cumbria, which is seen as reflective of local sporting pride.
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Ministry of Defence Shared context
The Ministry of Defence operates within the geographical context of Cumbria.
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Network Rail Shared context
Network Rail conducts earthworks schemes within the geographical area of Cumbria.
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Wiltshire Shared context
Both counties are mentioned as part of the independent festival scene facing operational challenges.
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Cheryl Hill Shared context
A business owner operates a sweet shop within the geographical boundaries of Cumbria.
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Galloway Operational
Bluetongue disease is observed spreading between the two regions.
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Ed Davey Shared context
Ed Davey visited Cumbria to engage with stakeholders, specifically affected farmers.
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Levens Shared context
The village of Levens is geographically situated within the county boundaries of Cumbria.
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John Wilson Mentioned together
John Wilson commented on the impact of levies in the region of Cumbria.
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Universal Credit Shared context
Proposed Universal Credit changes are observed to affect young people within the geographical context of Cumbria.
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Whitehaven Shared context
Whitehaven is geographically located within the county of Cumbria.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
20 events- An election was held on September 1, 2026, to determine the leader of the Cumbria Combined Authority.
- Service cuts are proposed for Stagecoach operations, prompting Tim Farron to meet with leadership regarding service changes in Cumbria.
- Cumbria Tourism is lobbying the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) regarding regional issues.
- Levens village is located within the county boundaries of Cumbria.
- Network Rail is dealing with operational risks and conducting earthworks schemes in Cumbria due to weather patterns influenced by El Niño.
- A proposed visitor tax aims to fund local infrastructure, involving Mike Starkie and his background as former mayor of Copeland, impacting the Lake District and Cumbria.
- A pass/road shares its title with North Yorkshire and is located in the Lake District area.
- Carlisle is the focus of regional development efforts.
- Combined operations are being implemented across the wider Yorkshire region, including Greater Manchester and Cumbria.
- Cumbria is confirmed as part of northern England and is utilized as part of Low Flying Area 17.
- Arnside Knott, located in Cumbria, is now under the management of the National Trust.
- GNAAS operates across North Yorkshire and Cumbria, and the related event concludes in the area.
- A specific bridge is affected by necessary repairs at M6 Junction 38, impacting the areas of Tebay, Cumbria, and Kirkby Stephen.
- The Cumberland Show, an agricultural event, is being organized in Cumbria by the Cumberland Agricultural Society.
- NFU representatives are attending agricultural shows taking place in Cumbria.
- Farming operations in Cumbria are producing for the Arla contract.
- J.K.Mandale Coal Merchants, based in Penrith, served customers in the region on September 4, 2026.
- Potential return of passenger and commercial flight routes from the Carlisle Lake District Airport in Cumbria.
- Tim Farron urged Andy Burnham to prioritize bluetongue during a political discussion involving Cumbria and the House of Commons.
- A business has been confirmed to be operating within the county limits of Cumbria.
August 2026
27 events- Cheryl Hill runs a sweet shop in Cumbria.
- Carlisle and Whitehaven are located within the county of Cumbria.
- Expanding broadband network and donating over £470,000 to various charities in Cumbria.
- Bluetongue disease is spreading between regions, with recent detections at premises around Carlisle, linking to cases in Cumbria and Kelso.
- Grassington breeders competed in a Skipton auction featuring genetics from Cumbria on August 1, 2026.
- Arqiva operates services in the region, with services extending into Cumbria and Scotland.
- Solfest, a festival, operated in Cumbria for over 20 years.
- Maryport, which is part of the Cumbrian coast, is connected to ECP, a national trail in England.
- The heritage center is situated in the market town of Cockermouth, Cumbria.
- SPAR's scheme supports community in Cumbria and provides grant funding in Carlisle.
- A broadcast network operated by Arqiva, which also handles NPC reports, experienced a failure leading to a blackout affecting Cumbria and other nations.
- Independent festival scene in Wiltshire and Cumbria faces operational challenges.
- Cumbria deployed resources to assist South Wales wildfires.
- BAE Systems is Cumbria's major employer, while Mike Starkie serves as Mayor and Andrew Bennett leads Team Barrow.
- Guardian reported on drowning deaths in the UK, noting that Grasmere lake is located in Cumbria.
- AI agents are transforming business practices in the region of Cumbria.
- Promises of growth in every postcode are being made for the Lake District and Cumbria.
- Anne Gray is now the senior land manager at Environment Bank, which is located near Cockermouth in Cumbria.
- A festival in Cumbria is seeking an identity to support its expansion plans.
- Burnham's leadership and Starmer's projections are analyzed regarding Labour's fortunes in Cumbria.
- Participants from Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Lancashire took part in a national bowling competition.
- Imogen started making pasta in Cumbria, while Northern Pasta Co. is not available in New Zealand.
- Cumbria is needed for coking coal extraction, while UK expansion promises jobs in Scotland and North England.
- SIBA and Lakes Brew Co achieved national champion status for brews, driving the local beer scene from a taproom near the stream in Cumbria.
- CBI Regional Director focuses on Cumbria's business needs, coinciding with discussions that devolution plans could benefit future investment.
- The North West Ambulance Service is responding to medical emergencies in the Lake District region of Cumbria during a festival.
- The Lake District, located in Cumbria, Great Britain, is a region known for its landscapes, activities like kayaking, and notable buildings.
July 2026
9 events- Models are underway regarding potential political shifts and representation changes in the county of Cumbria, with a focus on Carlisle.
- Cumbria is a ceremonial county within England, and the Met Office operates within the UK/England.
- Cumbria seeks leadership to address economic decline.
- Andy Burnham, who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester, is aiming to be elected Mayor of Cumbria.
- Eleanor Williams, who is from Barrow, Cumbria, is receiving media coverage regarding her case and early release scheme.
- A foundation has begun supporting various projects in the Barrow and Cumbria areas.
- Community Energy England reports on energy production in England, highlighting the community energy movement in Barrow and Ulverston, Cumbria.
- Cattle sales are showing strong demand across various regions of England, including Cumbria.
- Heavy rain and harsh weather conditions are forecast for several regions in England, including the East Midlands, Cambridgeshire, and Cumbria.
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June 2026
4 events- David Allen and Mike Starkie are campaigning for the Mayor of Cumbria.
- Playdale Playgrounds, which designs and manufactures equipment in Cumbria, has achieved FSC Chain of Custody Certification.
- Cumbria experience led to business in Lake District.
- Barrow and Carlisle are peer Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) that are currently operating in Cumbria, with their service areas expanding to include local landmarks like Barrow Park.