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BECBC chief executive Dianne Richardson celebrates five years at the helm

Prestigious accolade for Whitehaven’s The Edge

Cumbrian organisation ranks among global giants

Power of adventure – Bendrigg Trust’s Sara Murray confirmed as latest speaker for Conference Cumbria

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Cumbrian legal firm rated in prestigious law guide

A Cumbrian law firm is among the top legal practices in the UK.

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Forth set to double workforce in Barrow due to surge in demand

An engineering firm is set to double the team size at its Barrow base, due to a surge in demand.

Sellafield Ltd fined for cyber security ‘shortfalls’

Sellafield Ltd has been fined £332,500 for cyber security shortfalls over four years.

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Waitress quits job to pursue accountancy dream

An aspiring accountant has her eyes on professional success after leaving her job as a waitress to pursue a career in business.

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Workers at Sellafield’s power plant set to strike

Workers at a plant which provides energy and steam for the Sellafield site in West Cumbria are set to strike later this month.

by Nicole Regan

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Lead supplier appointed to progress £3.8m 5G project across Borderlands region

A lead supplier has been appointed in a £3.8 million 5G project for five tourism projects in the Borderlands region.

Record-breaking results for northern law firm

A northern law firm has reported record-breaking results for the third consecutive year.

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Lighting collaboration will boost carbon reduction efforts

Ulverston-based LED lighting design and manufacturer Forge has announced a partnership with German company CUPOWER.

by Nigel Thompson

Business confidence high in Westmorland & Furness survey finds

A survey has revealed that business confidence is high in Westmorland & Furness.

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Director of strategy appointed at Harrison & Hetherington

A director of strategy has been appointed for Harrison & Hetherington. H&H Group said Laura Millar has been promoted to the role for the continuing development of the nationally respected livestock trading operations. Laura joined the Harrison & Hetherington team...