Carlisle Launches Landmark Report into Life in the Area
Carlisle and its surrounding rural areas are set to launch a landmark report on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The report, titled “Carlisle: Opportunities and Challenges”, was commissioned by Cumbria Community Foundation to examine the city’s social needs and community issues, as well as to highlight ongoing efforts to address disadvantage and identify opportunities for community development.
The report covers a wide range of topics including employment and skills, health and wellbeing, and aging well. It is based on extensive independent research and interviews conducted across all sections of society in Carlisle and the surrounding area. More than 400 individuals participated in a survey to share their views on life in Carlisle, with their responses also contributing to the report.
This is the fourth report of its kind produced by the Foundation since 2017, with previous reports focusing on the entire county, as well as specific areas such as West Cumbria and Furness. The work was led by a steering group made up of local individuals, chaired by Kevin Walsh, Vice Chair of Cumbria Community Foundation.
In a statement, Walsh expressed his gratitude to everyone who contributed to the production of the report, stating, “We know the findings will be of great interest to many community groups, businesses, and individuals, and will be a focus for debate and action to make Carlisle and the surrounding area an even better place to live.”
The report will be officially launched at an online event on Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30pm. All are invited to attend and participate in the discussion. To register for the event, please visit https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/OnlineLaunchCarlisleOpportunitiesandChallengesReport.
Funding for the report was made possible by a wide range of contributors, including the former local authorities serving the area, the Riverside Group, Kingmoor Park, and Sellafield Ltd. The report will be available to the public after the launch and is expected to be a valuable resource for community groups, businesses, and individuals looking to make a positive impact in Carlisle and its surrounding areas.
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