Friday 15 March 2024
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Friday 15 March 2024
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In this week's edition:
* TOP STORY: Poolpod officially opens at Kendal Leisure Centre [ #link_4 ]
* This week's headlines: [ #link_2 ]
* In other news... [ #link_1 ]
* The latest job vacancies from Westmorland and Furness Council [ #link_5 ]
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TOP STORY: Poolpod officially opens at Kendal Leisure Centre
A state-of-the-art pool lift inspired by Paralympic swimmers has been officially opened [
] at Kendal Leisure Centre by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mr Alexander Scott.
The Poolpod is already transforming the swim experience in the Kendal pool for everyone from people who use wheelchairs to patients recovering from injuries by enabling them to move independently from poolside to water in less than 20 seconds.
At the ribbon-cutting ceremony, pupils from Sandgate School in Kendal were among the first to try out the new submersible platform and to see how easy it is to raise and lower via push-button controls.
Originally developed for the Olympic Delivery Authority, the Poolpod features a custom-designed submersible wheelchair, or users can stand or sit while they descend to a comfortable water depth. As well as people with mobility issues, the Poolpod is also ideal for parents with babies.
Grace, a pupil at Sandgate School and her TA Harli Berry ,HM Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mr Alexander Scott and Cllr Matt Severn, Chair of the council [
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This week's headlines:
The children's library area in the new temporary library, with shelving for a wide range of books and tables and chairs for activities [
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New temporary library for Ulverston nears completion [
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An expanded temporary library facility for Ulverston is nearing completion in The Coro.
Lightburn Park [
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New maps feature walks to live longer better [
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A series of maps featuring local walks to live longer better have been launched.
Windermere Ferry [
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Windermere Ferry gets ready for April inspection and upgrades [
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Westmorland and Furness Council’s iconic Windermere Ferry will be taken out of the water in April 2024 for its five-yearly refit and full inspection.
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In other news...
Just 9 days left – don't miss this incredible opportunity!
We’re currently recruiting for dozens of new apprentices in a variety of roles, including Civil Engineering, Highways Maintenance, Accountancy, Health and Social Care, Customer Service, Business Admin, Project Management and more, with opportunities from Level 2 to Level 4.
Successful applicants will achieve a nationally recognised qualification whilst gaining valuable industry-specific work experience and earning a wage.
Want to find out more? Our Apprenticeship Team is hosting an online information session at 5pm on Thursday (21 March) to showcase the different opportunities and roles available. There’s no need to book a place, just head to cumbriaapprenticeships.org.uk [
] for more information on how to join the session.
The closing date for applications is midnight on *Sunday 24 March 2024 *– apply now via cumbriaapprenticeships.org.uk [
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Know someone who might be interested? Then please share this article.
Four apprentices in a variety of roles and the following text: Apprenticeships, apply now. cumbriaapprenticeships.org.uk.
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Consultation on the current Sexual Health services
The Public Health Teams at Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council would like to seek views from residents of Cumbria on the current Sexual Health services.
We want to understand the sexual health needs of our residents. Some people may not be able to access the sexual health services they need. Filling in this survey [
] will help us to decide how to improve services and will help to shape what services look like in the future to make sure they meet the needs of our residents.
All results will be used anonymously but we will share the themes arising from feedback in order to improve what we do.
The survey [
] will close on Sunday 31 March. If you have any questions about this survey, please contact: public.healthenquiries@cumbria.gov.uk
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SaferSleepWeek 2024
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It’s SaferSleepWeek, the annual awareness campaign around reducing sudden infant death syndrome (also known as SIDS).
A baby’s airway or breathing tube can easily block, narrow or fold, making it difficult for them to breathe. We’re proud to support The Lullaby Trust [
], as they explain how to create the safest place for a baby [
] to sleep in a way that protects these vulnerable airways and reduces the risk of SIDS and accidents.
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Drug and alcohol awareness online workshops
Parents and carers are invited to drug and alcohol awareness workshops webinar led by drug educators from the drug education charity, the Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation.
There will be two dates available as follows:
* Wednesday 20 March from 7 – 8.30pm [
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* Monday 25 March from 7 – 8.30pm [
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from the foundation containing information about joining the webinar.
This workshop provides a great opportunity for you as a parent or carer to become more aware of what issues face your children, and what you can do to help them stay safe. There will also be the opportunity to ask confidential questions before the workshop via the online survey link you will receive, and during the workshop itself. Everything is anonymous.
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Your vote matters, don't lose it!
Want to vote by post or have someone you trust vote on your behalf? You now need to prove your identity when applying.
Find out more information by visiting The Electoral Commission's website [
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Deadlines for the elections on Thursday 2 May 2024 are:
* Apply for a postal vote by 5pm on Wednesday 17 April.
* Apply for a proxy vote by 5pm on Wednesday 24 April.
Image reads: The Electoral Commission How we apply to vote by post and proxy in England is changing
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The latest job vacancies from Westmorland and Furness Council
Join us! There are currently 64 job opportunities available to apply for now.
To find out more and apply, visit our website [
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