Official Twitter Page for Barrow Borough Council
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1 Apr 2023
From 1 April 2023, this page will no longer be monitored.
Westmorland and Furness Council is now responsible for all council services in the Barrow, Eden and South Lakeland areas.
For more info, please visit the Westmorland and Furness Council website: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk…
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16 Jun 2023
Love to Buy Local? Then you'll love this wonderful event taking place at Barrow Outdoor Market!🛍️
Barrow Outdoor Market will be hosting a fabulous FREE event promoting local produce and local people on Saturday 17th June between 10am and 3pm.
We hope to see you there!
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1 Apr 2023
From 1 April 2023, this page will no longer be monitored.
Westmorland and Furness Council is now responsible for all council services in the Barrow, Eden and South Lakeland areas.
For more info, please visit the Westmorland and Furness Council website: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk…
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1 Apr 2023
Follow them on social media.
Facebook: facebook.com/WestmorlandFurn…
Twitter: x.com/WandFCouncil
Or subscribe to receive news and updates via email: public.govdelivery.com/accou…
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31 Mar 2023
Elections are happening across England on the 4th of May.
Voting at a polling station? Don’t forget to bring a photo ID.
Don’t have a photo ID? Apply for a free voter ID ⬇️
electoralcommission.org.uk/i…
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30 Mar 2023
An avenue of flowering cherry trees has been planted in Barrow Park, along with a small woodland area near to an existing tree line and hedgerows to help develop the area as a natural habitat for wildlife.
Full story: barrowbc.gov.uk/news/cumbria…
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30 Mar 2023
The work of an international artist is set to help revitalise Barrow’s town centre following a Government funding award.
Full story: barrowbc.gov.uk/news/interna…
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30 Mar 2023
Stay up to date with new Westmorland and Furness Council announcements by liking the Facebook page:
facebook.com/WestmorlandFurn…
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Barrow Borough Council retweeted
29 Mar 2023
🔔THREAD: Town criers will be ringing the changes this weekend as the biggest reorganisation of council structures in nearly 50 years takes effect.
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29 Mar 2023
A celebration is to be held to mark the life and legacy of Barrow Borough Council Leader Councillor Ann Thomson.
The celebration will be held at The Forum Theatre, in Barrow, on Monday, April 17 at 4pm.
Those who knew or worked with Ann are welcome to attend.
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29 Mar 2023
Help lift someone out of loneliness…
Feeling lonely is something that all of us can experience at any point in our lives.
Why not give a family member or friend a call to help them feel less lonely?
Find out more: nhs.uk/every.../lifes-challe…
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Barrow Borough Council retweeted
28 Mar 2023
4 days to go until the launch of Westmorland and Furness Council.
All your local authority services will be provided as they are now.
Sign-up to receive news and updates from your new council - straight to your email inbox.
public.govdelivery.com/accou…
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29 Mar 2023
Flu doesn’t just affect older people. It can be serious, especially if you have a long-term health condition or a weakened immune system.
Find out how getting vaccinated can keep you safe and book your appointment today.
Info: nhs.uk/wintervaccinations
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28 Mar 2023
Please bear with us - we are currently receiving a high number of calls.
Find more information about your new council tax bill from Westmorland and Furness Council here: westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk…
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28 Mar 2023
Come along for an Easter Funday at Barrow Market Hall - and meet the Easter Bunny!🐰🐣
Saturday 8th April, 12:30pm until 2:00pm.
More info here: thebestof.co.uk/local/barrow…
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27 Mar 2023
Local elections are happening across England on 4 May.
You need a photo ID to vote at a polling station.
Find out what IDs are accepted and apply for a free voter ID if you need to ⬇️
electoralcommission.org.uk/i…
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Barrow Borough Council retweeted
26 Mar 2023
Not long until 1 April when we take over responsibility for all council services in the Barrow, Eden and South Lakeland areas of the county.
To receive news and updates from your new council - straight to your email inbox subscribe here: public.govdelivery.com/accou…
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26 Mar 2023
Don’t miss the Made in Barrow exhibition!
Come and enjoy music, poetry, art and sculpture at The Dock Museum - for free!
Open until 28 April.
Wed-Sun 11am - 4pm
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25 Mar 2023
Travel for less 🚍
You can get around by bus for just £2 until 31st March.
As part of a Government initiative, a maximum £2 single fare will apply on many bus services across Cumbria.
More info: cumbria.gov.uk/buses/fares/
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24 Mar 2023
A planning application has been submitted for a once-in-a-generation scheme to regenerate part of Barrow’s town centre to ensure it can thrive into the future.
Find out more here: barrowbc.gov.uk/news/plannin…
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24 Mar 2023
Join Drop Zone Youth Projects at their weekly free sessions!
For more information, visit: dzyp.co.uk/
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