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New research has revealed that Cumbria's tourism operators are facing massive financial pressures as they head into winter.

The transformation of Whitehaven’s former Bus Station into a thriving business hub has been celebrated this week after receiving a national award for its impact.

The new site has been designed and built with the future in mind, offering more space and helping to improve Komatsu’s UK operations, as well as safeguarding 35 jobs.  

Plans for a unique heating scheme have taken a major step forward.

A business support network has donated almost £7000 to more than 10 charities since it began five years ago.

Four Cumbrian businesses are using grants totalling £64,500 to help them be more energy efficient.

Studio Walden’s work can be seen all over the region, from websites to billboards, and offers a home to the growing community of local creatives.

Cumbria Chamber of Commerce has appointed two new board members.

Forty years ago, John Chapman started making fishing, shooting and luxury bags on the family kitchen table in Burgh by Sands and this week he returned to the company he founded.

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