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#BrilliantBarrow website relaunched as programme enters exciting delivery stage
A NEW look website has been launched for the inspirational #BrilliantBarrow programme as its seven projects move forward through the crucial delivery phase.
24 June 2022
Thinking of starting a business? #BrilliantBarrow project aims to help
A brand new project designed to support people as they take the leap to start their own business is to be launched in Barrow this summer.
22 June 2022
Shadow Council Cabinet members take a tour of Barrow
Councillors on the new Westmorland and Furness Council have been getting to know their new 'patch' and are promising to consider all parts of the authority area equally.
13 June 2022
Energy Rebate Payments
The Council has started processing the £150 Energy Rebate payments
09 June 2022
Top Barrow attraction receives high score from VisitEngland
The Dock Museum, in Barrow, shares the region's shipbuilding heritage and welcomes thousands of visitors through its doors every year.
01 June 2022
Council secures industry-leading award for address data management
The scheme acknowledges authorities across the country that have maintained the highest level of data quality.
27 May 2022
Join the Platinum Jubilee celebrations with a special community street party
Taking place in Barrow Town Square, between The Forum and Barrow Town Hall, there will be entertainment throughout the day for people of all ages to enjoy.
25 May 2022
Keys to unique island pub handed to new landlord
The opening date for 2022 season at The Ship Inn on Piel Island is now just around the corner.
25 May 2022
New Mayor confirmed and leader-re-apppointed as borough council enters final year
Councillor Hayley Preston will be Mayor of Barrow for 2022/23 while Councillor Ann Thomson remains leader of the authority.
19 May 2022
Disability advocate awarded Honorary Freewoman of the Borough title
A Barrow resident who has dedicated decades to charity work and helping local people overcome obstacles has been recognised by Barrow Borough Council with its highest honour.
19 May 2022
£120,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund boost for Barrow
'Barrow's Heritage - Micro to Mighty' programme to support local groups
18 May 2022
New leader confirmed for shadow Westmorland and Furness Council
The inaugural meeting of the shadow authority took place on Tuesday, May 17.
18 May 2022
Internet Outage
UPDATE - the issue has been resolved and our Customer Services Team is now taking calls
21 June 2022
Election for Westmorland and Furness Council
The historic first ever election for the new Westmorland and Furness Council has concluded.
09 May 2022
Help shape the future of local government this Thursday, May 5
In the biggest change to Cumbria's council structures since 1974, two new 'unitary' councils are being formed to replace the existing set-up of six district councils and Cumbria County Council.
03 May 2022
Covid-secure measures in place for local elections
The new Westmorland and Furness Council will take over responsibility for all services in the current Barrow Borough, Eden District and South Lakeland District council areas from April 2023.
29 April 2022
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National Day of Reflection
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Residents urged to maintain social distancing as Stay at Home restrictions eased
The Bay Cultural Compact gains approval from Government
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Town centre visitors urged to download parking app as high streets reopen
Leisure Centre prepares to open its doors as lockdown measures are further eased
Barrow Market is ready to welcome back shoppers as restrictions ease
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Have your say – Consultation on improving walking and cycling routes in Barrow
Minister confirms strong backing for The Bay proposal
Ballot to be held on Business Improvement District
Indoor socialising allowed under latest lifting of Covid restrictions
Historic Barrow high street secures £100,000 in additional funding
Final call issued for Local Restrictions Support Grant applications
New youth hub to open thanks to Accelerated Towns Funding
School children help shape ambitious #BrilliantBarrow plan for Earnse Bay
Barrow's incredible market celebrates its golden anniversary with exciting plans
Barrow Town Hall set to reopen on appointments only due to Covid restrictions
Additional Covid funding will further support borough businesses
Healthy future ahead for Barrow leisure services
Areas selected for innovative #BrilliantBarrow Housing Renewal scheme
Council leaders express disappoint that The Bay proposal not selected by Government
Borough council car parks to help boost area's visitor economy
Planning permission sought to get work underway at Marina Village Site
Two new jobs at Barrow Park Leisure Centre
Ambitious plan to create university building in #BrilliantBarrow takes shape
Free-guided tours of Barrow’s historic Town Hall for national Heritage Open Days
Barrow named as priority area by Arts Council England
Excitement builds for inaugural #BarrowMusic event
Communities urged to support first ever Cumbria Residents' Week
Memories of Barrow’s historic high streets wanted this autumn
Exciting #BrilliantBarrow projects enter crucial assurance stage
Thousands of residents supported by Covid Hardship Funding
Spooky tours to make a return at Barrow Town Hall for Halloween
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New legal order will pave way for electric vehicle chargers in council car parks
Multi-million pound transformational #BrilliantBarrow projects secure stamp of approval
Businesses and organisations urged to apply for new Low Carbon Barrow grants
High Streets Task Force boosts Barrow’s transformation plans with expert support
People urged to wear face coverings at two Christmas events in Barrow
Town Hall to light up orange in support of Domestic Abuse campaign
Borough secures funding for Marina Village site
Citizens' Jury underway to help steer action on climate change
New Covid-19 regulations - requirements for residents and businesses
Residents across Barrow urged to follow simple recycling tips this Christmas
Government consultation launched on Jubilee weekend licensing hours
Bathing water quality at borough beaches rated excellent
Museum and homes to harness power of the sun in Low Carbon Barrow scheme
Public Hearing dates announced for electoral boundary review
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Barrow Borough Council agrees budget for 2022/23
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Council Tax energy rebate
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Disability advocate awarded Honorary Freewoman of the Borough title
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