Westmorland and Furness Council approves Fleet Decarbonisation Strategy | Westmorland and Furness Council posted on the topic | LinkedIn

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We've had some great ideas in but we would love to hear more suggestions for Give a Day to Kendal 2026 - the volunteering event bringing together the people with a passion for making a change with the people who could get involved to make that difference. The ideas must come from the community, and be community-focused, so they deliver tangible positive and enduring outcomes for the residents, groups and neighbourhoods in Kendal. You can nominate projects and volunteer here: https://cumbriacvs.o

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People in Kendal are being asked what they’re “bothered about” – and what could be done to address these issues. Give a Day to Kendal 2026 aims to bring together the people with a passion for making a change with the volunteers who could get involved to make that difference. It might be to tidy up an unloved area, a local facility in need of support, or a DIY-SOS style makeover - to take place throughout the first week of June 2026 which is national Volunteers Week. The ideas must come from the

7 new bus services are being considered across Westmorland and Furness – and 25 which were recently supported are being investigated for funding for another year – thanks to £1.7 million worth of UK Government Local Authority Bus Grant funding. A decision by the council’s Cabinet means communities will benefit from access to employment, education and essential services, cutting around 65,000 car journeys per year. One of the services getting further funding is the 106 between Greystoke and Penri

Young people from across Westmorland and Furness have launched a new commitment by the council to make the whole area Child Friendly. The project aims to embed children’s rights into every-day decision making and ensure the area is the very best place for children and young people to grow up. | Westmorland and Furness Council

Back at our Child Friendly Westmorland & Furness launch in November, we announced the winner of our logo design competition… and here it is! Designed by 11-year-old Freya from Penrith, her creative design will now represent our commitment to building a community where every child feels safe, heard, and supported. Huge congratulations to Freya and thank you to everyone who entered! #ChildFriendly #WestmorlandAndFurness #YoungVoicesMatter | Westmorland and Furness Council