Third Sector Network

Connecting Cumbria's Third Sector - Tweets mainly by @carolynotley - Deputy Chair

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Here is a message from Chief Superintendent Carl Patrick explaining the police operation which has taken place this weekend to keep communities safe across Cumbria

[BBC Cumbria @BBC_Cumbria]

Police in Cumbria have imposed dispersal orders in Carlisle and Barrow following recent unrest across England https://t.co/9kL38uWxqm

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Cumbria Constabulary has put in place a dispersal order for Carlisle on Saturday (10 Aug).

A dispersal order was used on Wednesday evening (7 Aug) to assist officers in maintaining order in the city. The powers will be used again on Saturday.

More: https://t.co/EnR9Y8cSwH

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

A Dispersal Order in Place for Carlisle this evening.

This follows reports online of potential planned disorder in Carlisle.

The order and the powers authorised are in place to protect our communities from those who may engage in violent disorder.

More: https://t.co/WM8xNrxQnA

[Westmorland and Furness Council @WandFCouncil]

To help people to discover the range of equipment available to support them with their independence around the home, we are excited to share our two new virtual tools – including our virtual house!

Discover these new tools on our website: https://t.co/PGwISpJYby

[National Highways: North-West @HighwaysNWEST]

#M6 #Cumbria remains closed northbound between J39 #Shap & J40 #Penrith. Lane 3 (of 3) also remains closed southbound between J40 and J39.

Traffic caught within the closure continues to be released via rearward relief.

More info here - https://t.co/oszhkj4m66.

[Third Sector Network @CumbriaTSN]

Hopefully, Storm Jocelyn will be a little tamer than Storm Isha, but please don’t underestimate her……….we’re expecting rain for most of the day, with the winds getting stronger through to the evening……..with Yellow Weather Warnings in place.

[Cumberland Council @CumberlandCoun]

#StormJocelyn is forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rain on Tuesday and into Wednesday. It may be not as intense as #StormIsha but could still cause significant disruption so here are some key contacts and advice so that you’re prepared.

Please stay safe. 💙

Follow @Cumbriapolice, @EnvAgencyNW, @unitedutilities and @ElectricityNW for the latest updates.

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

A reminder of some of the key contact numbers and sources of information if you've been hit by Storm Isha 👇

[Third Sector Network @CumbriaTSN]

We’re already seeing disruption from strong winds, with power cuts and road closures, but it’s likely to get worse through the night - so please try to avoid travel if at all possible (and remember disruption to travel and power supplies might continue through tomorrow morning).

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Agencies across Cumbria have this afternoon declared themselves on standby for a major incident ahead of an amber weather warning coming into effect for the entire county this evening.
More: https://t.co/k9Yc0Kev83

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Driving conditions could be challenging tomorrow. Always drive to the conditions.
Extra advice ahead of Storm Isha:
•If you must travel at this time, do so with caution – take essentials.
•Stay clear of coastal areas if possible.
•Do not drive through floodwater.

[Third Sector Network @CumbriaTSN]

There are very strong winds expected Sunday evening into Monday - please try to avoid travel (remember that disruption might continue into Monday morning rush hour), and share the information so that others know:

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Agencies across Cumbria are issuing early advice to keep people safe ahead of an amber weather warning issued for the entire county, which comes into effect on Sunday.
More: https://t.co/rS1BNzpGiB

[Westmorland and Furness Council @WandFCouncil]

Budget consultation 2024 to 2025

One of our core values is listening to our communities and working with you on the issues that matter most. Please share your views in this year’s budget consultation.

Find out more and have your say at: https://t.co/MfCSFnFCD3

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Residents evacuated from their homes in Ulverston thanked for their ongoing patience as multi-agency operation continues.
Latest update available here: https://t.co/ioErpZql9r

[SP Electricity North West @ElectricityNW]

*Important update #CumbriaSnow* If you are still without power & haven't been contacted by us please check https://t.co/EtForZNwap to make sure it's on there.

If not, call us on 105 as soon as you can so we can support you and get your power back on asap.

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Cumbria’s road networks are continuing to experience challenging conditions following heavy snowfall yesterday and icy conditions today.

Agencies are continuing to urge people not to travel unless it is necessary.

Read more here 👉 https://t.co/U8oDjVBEoa

[Westmorland and Furness Council @WandFCouncil]

Please see advice from @Cumbriapolice

All our @WandFHighways gritters and snowploughs are deployed and have been working all day across Westmorland and Furness but there are some hazardous conditions out there

[Cumbria Police @Cumbriapolice]

Motorists are advised to travel only if necessary as heavy snowfall is causing challenging road conditions across the county.
Amber and yellow weather warnings for snow are in place.
More information is available here: https://t.co/W7DgSjZoaf

[Third Sector Network @CumbriaTSN]

Have you got experience of receiving Homecare?

If so, @WandFCouncil want to hear from you……..

[Westmorland and Furness Council @WandFCouncil]

Don’t miss your chance to help us design our future care services!

We are asking people to share their experiences of receiving homecare. Have your say by completing this online questionnaire: https://t.co/qMrufgzf0U

Closing date for the survey is 5pm Friday 14 July.

[National Highways: North-West @HighwaysNWEST]

UPDATE - The #A66 westbound has now reopened between the #A6 and #M6 J40 near #Penrith.

The eastbound carriageway remains closed approaching Kemplay Bank roundabout for ongoing @Cumbriaolice investigation work.

Further info: https://t.co/oszhkj4m66

[Community Catalysts @CommCats]

Just a few days left to apply for our lovely job in #Copeland #Cumbria (closes 1pm 16 June): https://t.co/UlBc5CLvpJ. You'll mentor local folk so they can set up their own small enterprises offering care/support to other local folk. In partnership with @CumberlandCoun. £33k F/T