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Devolution update and event

The Government has confirmed it believes the introduction of a mayoral authority for Cumbria would improve people’s economic, social and environmental wellbeing and reflect the identities and interests of local communities. It means Cumbria will be allowed to progress to the next stage of the devolution process. Westmorland and Furness and Cumberland Councils will now […]

Working with Local Authorities: From “Us and Them” to “Working Together”

Our Operations Manager, Bridget Johns, takes a look at how Community Power is best achieved when local authorities and community groups work together effectively: Community power doesn’t mean doing it all alone. Real change often happens when grassroots groups and local authorities work together — each bringing different strengths and perspectives. That’s why Cumberland Council […]

CEO blog: July 2025 – Another VCS survey?! Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore it…

To: The voluntary and community sector Subject: !!!URGENT!!! Please complete this survey !!! Deadline – YESTERDAY !!! Sigh. Ever felt overwhelmed by the number of surveys trying to gather data about the voluntary and community sector, and perhaps wondered if it’s actually worth your time filling them in? We’re very aware we’ve pushed a number […]

Workshop supports Employment Preparation

Judith Smale, our Volunteering Manager (Cumberland) delivered a one-day Volunteering as a Pathway into Employment Workshop in Whitehaven last week. The session was part of the Skills and Enterprise Programme, which is funded by Copeland Community Fund and Sellafield Limited, and was attended by 10 unemployed people. Representatives from Groundwork, Job Centre Plus and charities […]