News
This page now contains an archive of news releases from Copeland Borough Council. Copeland Borough Council is now part of the unitary authority, Cumberland Council.
You can find Cumberland Council’s news releases here: https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/
Media enquiries for Cumberland Council should be directed to media@cumberland.gov.uk.
Welcoming hub will combat coldness
20 September 2022 - 2:34pm
All are welcome to enjoy a free hot lunch, receive wellbeing advice, and try new activities at the Warm Wellness Hub, which starts next month.
Our...
Great big moves towards a greener Copeland
20 September 2022 - 9:50am
Sustainable living will be front and centre in Copeland for Great Big Green Week.
From affordable vegetable boxes, to a volunteering opportunity at...
Council arrangements for Queen's funeral bank holiday
13 September 2022 - 5:07pm
AS A MARK of respect during Her Majesty the Queen’s state funeral on Monday, September 19, Copeland Borough Council's offices will be closed on that...
Passing of Her Majesty the Queen
8 September 2022 - 8:19pm
The Mayor, councillors and staff at Copeland Borough Council have been paying tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth who passed away on September 8 2022.
To...
Whitehaven's award-winning development celebrated
1 September 2022 - 2:37pm
WHITEHAVEN’S Bus Station development has received a special visit after winning several planning awards.
Copeland Borough Council’s role in the BEC...
Flocking visitors reminded not to feed seagulls
16 August 2022 - 4:24pm
AS VISITORS flock to Whitehaven, they’re being reminded not to feed the seagulls.
Copeland Council, in partnership with Whitehaven Harbour...
Colourful festival brings community together
16 August 2022 - 8:52am
Sun, smiles, and support were the order of the day for more than 750 people on Friday, August 12.
The Social Prescribing Health and Wellbeing...
Hundreds attend Artisan Fete
9 August 2022 - 10:19am
Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the summery atmosphere at Distington Walled Garden’s Artisan Fete on Saturday.
Local businesses filled a vibrant craft...
Buzz Shelter first of its kind in Copeland
3 August 2022 - 4:13pm
A BUS stop in Frizington is leading the way in environmental sustainability.
The new Buzz Shelter at Moor Place has a ‘living roof’, created by...
Artisan crafts to fill community garden
29 July 2022 - 2:04pm
Enjoy the vibrant surroundings at our Artisan Fete next weekend.
On Saturday, August 6, an array of local businesses will be showcasing their crafts...
Summer festival for healthy family fun
28 July 2022 - 2:59pm
An action-packed wellbeing festival will help families in Copeland to access support for a healthy lifestyle.
Next month, Copeland Borough Council’s...
Prestigious award for vital service
27 July 2022 - 12:14pm
A PRESTIGIOUS award has been given to Distington Hall Crematorium grounds and bereavement services.
The crematorium, run by Copeland Council, has...
Residents with autism prepare for work
18 July 2022 - 2:03pm
An employment skills programme has helped people on the autism spectrum to prepare for work.
The programme helped nine people to develop essential...
New council roles to improve wellbeing
13 July 2022 - 4:16pm
NEW roles at Copeland Council will link residents directly with help for their health and wellbeing.
The council's social prescribing team now...
More views sought on potential Gypsy and Traveller site
13 July 2022 - 2:05pm
COPELAND Council is asking residents about the allocation of land at Sneckyeat in Hensingham as a potential permanent site for Gypsy and Traveller...
Roadside verges are bursting with natural beauty
12 July 2022 - 1:44pm
WILDFLOWER meadows are in full bloom on roadside verges, thanks to Copeland Council.
Verges in Whitehaven and Hensingham have been transformed into...
Historic garden is brought back to life
11 July 2022 - 1:43pm
A HISTORIC walled garden has been brought back to life, with the help of volunteers.
Distington Walled Garden, owned by Copeland Council, has been...
Summer fete will draw visitors to walled garden
5 July 2022 - 12:47pm
A special Summer fete will be hosted in Distington Crematorium’s Walled Garden this August.
Over ten stalls packed with artisan candles, cakes,...
Don’t get stung this summer
23 June 2022 - 3:58pm
AS SUMMER season approaches, Copeland Council is reminding residents of its in-house pest control service.
Wasps can be a particular nuisance during...
Copeland’s taxi fares under review
22 June 2022 - 2:32pm
COPELAND Council is currently reviewing the maximum charges for Hackney carriages in the area.
The current table of fares was last reviewed in 2013...
Initiative to regenerate West Cumbrian communities gains vital funding
21 June 2022 - 3:40pm
AN INITIATIVE which will regenerate communities across West Cumbria and create more than 700 jobs has won vital financial backing to fund its...
Bank holiday arrangements
31 May 2022 - 10:26am
We have made the following arrangements for the Jubilee weekend.
All household waste, recycling and garden waste collections will continue as...
Fun story walks to launch in Millom
30 May 2022 - 2:52pm
Three new ‘Tale Trails’ will launch at an interactive, family event in Millom Heritage and Arts Centre next week.
Writer Anja Phoenix has been...
Celebratory garden party for the Platinum Jubilee
24 May 2022 - 3:57pm
A celebratory tea party for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will take place at Distington Crematorium’s Walled Garden on Saturday, June 4.
Everyone is...
Hensingham youngsters create a community forest
12 May 2022 - 9:03am
Hensingham Primary School pupils have planted over 300 trees to create a thriving forest which can be enjoyed for generations to come.
With the help...
Council marks its achievements at final AGM
11 May 2022 - 11:16am
COPELAND Council held its final Annual General Meeting in Whitehaven yesterday (May 10).
Councillors appointed Coun Linda Jones Bulman as the...
Council sees rise in abuse towards staff
11 May 2022 - 10:15am
COPELAND Council is reminding people it has a zero tolerance approach to abuse towards its staff.
The council has noticed an increase in customers...
Waste collections to continue during bank holidays
21 April 2022 - 3:46pm
Our waste collection services will continue to operate on all bank holidays except for Boxing Day this year.
Services will continue as normal on...
'Nutrient neutrality' areas identified in Copeland
20 April 2022 - 9:13am
New developments in some parts of Copeland could be affected by a planning directive from Natural England.
Parts of Lamplugh, Arlecdon, Rowrah and...
Residents train for jobs in the care sector
11 April 2022 - 4:19pm
EIGHT Copeland residents have successfully completed a collaborative training course preparing them for work in the health and social care sector. ...
Egremont's mural revealed
8 April 2022 - 4:51pm
A huge new mural now welcomes visitors to Egremont.
The mural, depicting local traditions, is on the side of the DeMounters building, beside the main...
Improvements continue around the borough
23 March 2022 - 9:55am
COPELAND Council continues to make improvements around the borough, thanks to Welcome Back funding.
The £159,000 government-funded scheme has already...
Volunteer 'walkers and talkers' needed
22 March 2022 - 3:41pm
THE BEACON Museum is running a series of walks and talks this spring - and training locals to do the same in their own communities.
The Out and About...
Sites considered in consultation
21 March 2022 - 4:55pm
COPELAND residents are being invited to have their say on two potential sites for allocation as Gypsy and Traveller accommodation.
The survey is part...
New protocol to protect children and families
17 March 2022 - 3:19pm
A new protocol supporting children and families in Copeland has been launched.
"No Wrong Door, No Closed File" encourages organisations to be...
Measures to ensure Copeland's cemeteries remain safe and accessible
15 March 2022 - 3:22pm
COPELAND Council is making sure its cemeteries remain attractive, safe and accessible for everyone.
The council is asking people to remove any...
‘Tale Trails’ introduced to draw families to Copeland’s coast
15 March 2022 - 12:11pm
A SERIES of interactive story walks based around fictional characters and local points of interest are to be launched along Copeland’s coast. ...
Mayor to host third Open for Business conference
15 March 2022 - 9:06am
BUSINESSES across Copeland will come together at the Mayor’s third Open For Business Conference next week.
The event, sponsored by Sellafield Ltd,...
Copeland’s recycling moves from boxes to bins
14 March 2022 - 4:06pm
IMPROVEMENTS to our recycling collection services will begin in October. Instead of having three boxes and a bag, residents will have two wheeled...
New maps to boost tourism in Copeland
10 March 2022 - 9:17am
COPELAND Council has created a series of colourful maps to help guide tourists around the area's towns and attractions.
There is a map for each of...
Exciting plans to help regenerate Cleator Moor on show to residents
8 March 2022 - 11:50am
A RANGE of exciting plans which will help to regenerate the community of Cleator Moor will be on show at a special drop-in exhibition.
Leconfield...
Views sought on Castle Park
8 March 2022 - 10:12am
COPELAND Council wants to know more about how and why people use Whitehaven’s Castle Park.
The park was recently fitted with CCTV cameras and new...
Bakers and Makers markets planned for Whitehaven
2 March 2022 - 3:10pm
WHITEHAVEN is to host a series of markets showcasing hand-made food and crafts.
Creatives are being invited to take a stall at any of Copeland...
New sessions promote cultural understanding
24 February 2022 - 1:02pm
COPELAND Council is hosting a series of events to promote mutual understanding between cultures.
The 12 sessions are for women from a range of...
iSH gains vital backing to help regenerate community
24 February 2022 - 10:06am
Hundreds of jobs are set to be created after a regeneration initiative of regional, national and international significance gained vital backing.
The...
New funding available for start-up businesses
23 February 2022 - 9:12am
New businesses are being offered the chance to get some additional funding as the borough continues to bounce back from the effects of the pandemic....
Litter picking gear distributed across Copeland
31 January 2022 - 12:38pm
COPELAND Council is offering litter picking kits to every community in the borough.
Part of the £159,000 government-funded Welcome Back scheme, the...
Copeland Borough Council's Sustainability Team win BECBC Award
27 January 2022 - 2:03pm
Congratulations are in order for our Sustainability Team, which has been awarded ‘Sustainability Innovator of the Year’ in the BECBC Shadow Board...
Copeland boasts safe swimming waters
26 January 2022 - 1:20pm
COPELAND'S coastline has been recognised for its safe, clean swimming water once again.
St Bees and Silecroft both received an ‘excellent’ water...
New CCTV and lighting in Castle Park
25 January 2022 - 9:51am
WORK to install new lighting and surveillance has started in Whitehaven’s Castle Park to help Copeland residents feel safer.
The Home Office’s Safer...
