Council News, November 2007

City Council wins top communications award

A Carlisle City Council campaign to make ‘Carlisle cleaner than ever’ scooped a top communications prize on Wednesday, 28 November.

Carlisle resident found guilty of benefit fraud

A Carlisle resident who fraudulently claimed more than £1,200 in Housing and Council Tax Benefits has been given an eight-week curfew order and has been ordered to pay £150 court costs.

Volunteers needed

Victim Support Cumbria an integral part of the Multi Agency Problem Solving Unit (MAPS) based in the Civic Centre, Carlisle, is seeking volunteers to help with its crucial work of Victim Support.

Community building

Carlisle City Council Community Overview & Scrutiny Committee (O&S) has formed a Task and Finish Group to carry out a subject review looking at the issues and opportunities for migrant workers in the District

More than £8,000 raised for local charities

More than £8,000 was raised for local good causes at the 2007 Carlisle Fireshow.

Free guide to services for every Carlisle householder

A free guide to Carlisle City Council services has been delivered to every house and business in the city.

Six month assessment of new refuse and recycling scheme

Proposals are being put forward to provide additional kerbside recycling to more than 3,000 households in Carlisle.

20 years celebrated at Carlisle Enterprise Centre

A unique piece of artwork produced by a local student will be unveiled on Thursday, 15 November to celebrate Carlisle Enterprise Centre’s 20th anniversary.

Countdown to Christmas lights switch-on

Preparations are underway for this weekend’s Christmas lights switch-on with work starting on Wednesday, 14 November on the new centrepiece illuminated tree in the city centre.

Heysham Park spring bulb planting

Local children will be getting mucked in next Monday (19 November), to help Carlisle Bloom.

Premiere puppet theatre performance in city centre

A premiere performance of a famous puppet theatre created by a Carlisle master craftsman will be held this Sunday (18 November) in the city centre.

Boost to Carlisle’s economy

Carlisle is set to receive a boost to the local economy this weekend when it hosts the finale of a prestigious UK car rally.

City Council first council in the North West to take action

Carlisle City Council is the first council in the North West to use new housing powers that aim to put empty properties back into use.

New ramp will improve riverside route for all

After more than six years of waiting, it is now possible to cycle virtually uninterrupted from Denton Holme to Dalston.

Step forward for partnership scheme

Carlisle City Council’s Full Council gave the go-ahead to the lease of land for a new ‘Extra Care’ housing site this week (Tuesday, 6 November).

'Green' initiatives praised at local awards

Carlisle City Council is the first council in the county to scoop a business award for their environmental practices.

Carlisle Mayor to lead Civic Procession

Carlisle Mayor, Councillor Mrs Elizabeth Mallinson, accompanied by Senior Clergy and Military personnel will lead the 90 strong Civic Procession to commemorate Remembrance Sunday (11 November) this week.

'Chico time' at festive lights switch on

International popstar Chico will be guest of honour at this year's (Sunday, 18 November) Carlisle Christmas lights switch-on.

Preparations underway for Carlisle's explosive event

Preparations are underway for this Saturday's (November 3) Carlisle City Council Fireshow.

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