Published: 21/06/2017
COPELAND Borough Council has pledged to make the most of the opportunities that could come from the Lake District gaining World Heritage Site (WHS) status.
Two thirds of the borough lies within the National Park, and at the end of July UNESCO will announce whether the bid has been successful. It could generate millions in tourism income and create socio-economic growth across Copeland.
Published: 21/06/2017
A UNIQUE scheme has been launched by Copeland Council to improve the food and hygiene standards of local takeaway establishments.
The Food Safety Alternative Intervention Initiative aims to support local takeaway owners with a zero to three hygiene rating, to improve food and hygiene standards.
Weekly list of planning applications determined for w/e 16/06/2017
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Weekly list of planning applications received for w/e 16/06/2017
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Adopted Conservation Area Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document July 2017
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Published: 19/06/2017
Over 120 bags of rubbish were cleared from a well-used dual carriageway in Copeland recently.
Copeland Borough council staff worked alongside Kier Services on behalf of Highways England to clear the stretch of road on the A595. The operation involved five staff members working over three hours each to clear the mess.
Councillor Mark Holiday, Portfolio Holder for Waste Management, said: “We urge the public to show some consideration when disposing of waste.
Published: 16/06/2017
A NEW councillor has been elected to represent the Newtown ward on Copeland Council.
Councillor Ged McGrath who resides at the The Green, Millom was elected on Thursday, June 8, 2017 has also represented the Newtown ward on Millom Town Council since 2015.
Originally from the Midlands Coun McGrath was introduced to the area in 2001 making it his home since 2013.
Published: 14/06/2017
COPELAND Council is assessing some of its conservation areas in preparation for major investment on the borough - and it wants to hear from the public.
Because the planned new nuclear power station at Moorside could bring associated developments close to the conservation areas of Beckermet, Corkickle and the southern part of Whitehaven town centre, the council is creating draft 'character appraisals' that locals can read and suggest additions to.
When complete these appraisals will:
Weekly list of planning applications determined for w/e 09/06/2017
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