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Business backs West Cumbria mental health campaign

9th December 2025

A West Cumbrian business is backing a fundraising campaign aimed at tackling the region’s growing mental health crisis. Global AI-powered digital transformation leader Atos, which has a base in Whitehaven, … Continue reading “Business backs West Cumbria mental health campaign”

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Team Barrow launches £400,000 back to work grant scheme

4th December 2025

Team Barrow has launched a £400,000 grant scheme designed to help those who want to overcome health challenges that limit their ability to work. The Barrow Rising: Work and Health … Continue reading “Team Barrow launches £400,000 back to work grant scheme”

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National recognition for Transforming West Cumbria

1st December 2025

Transforming West Cumbria, led by Sellafield Ltd and Cumbria Community Foundation, has been honoured as Social Value Initiative of the Year at the prestigious Institute of Economic Development (iED) Annual … Continue reading “National recognition for Transforming West Cumbria”

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Youth work heroes celebrated at Better Tomorrows Awards

13th November 2025

Youth workers, youth projects and young volunteers from across Cumbria were celebrated at a new awards ceremony this week. The Better Tomorrows Awards 2025 were created to shine a spotlight … Continue reading “Youth work heroes celebrated at Better Tomorrows Awards”

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Help older Cumbrians stay warm this winter – every pound doubled

10th November 2025

As winter approaches and temperatures plummet, older people across Cumbria are sharing their fears of having to make an impossible choice: heat their homes or put food on the table. … Continue reading “Help older Cumbrians stay warm this winter – every pound doubled”

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Match funding challenge to tackle West Cumbria’s mental health crisis

29th October 2025

We’re calling on people to help us tackle West Cumbria’s growing mental health crisis by pledging support to fund vital community-based services. The West Cumbria Mental Health Partnership (WCMHP) programme … Continue reading “Match funding challenge to tackle West Cumbria’s mental health crisis”

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