People can find out more about a bid to transform a West Cumbrian town left behind in the region’s regeneration at a meeting later this month.
A masterplan is being produced for the future of Whitehaven’s town centre.
The meeting, hosted by Whitehaven and Workington MP Josh MacAlister and deputy Cumberland Council leader Emma Williamson, is for West Cumbrians with an interest in the future of the town centre. It will be held on July 18 at 6pm.
There will be a presentation from WSP, which has been appointed by Cumberland Council to produce the masterplan for the town centre, plus an update from Mr MacAlister on his efforts to secure the funding needed to deliver the plan.
He said: “While other towns secured funding from the previous government, Whitehaven was left behind and has suffered.
“I’m delighted to be working with Emma and Cumberland Council with the shared goal of transforming Whitehaven and I’m hopeful that we’ll not only have a really exciting plan but that, by working in partnership with local stakeholders and national government, we’ll also have the money we need to deliver it.
“Hundreds of residents have already completed my survey and shared their views. Now you have the chance to come along and feed your ideas directly in to the process and help to shape a plan built by and for local people. Please join us.”
Cllr Williamson said: “Cumberland Council has identified the regeneration of Whitehaven as a top priority and as deputy leader of the council and also a Whitehaven councillor I’m proud to be leading this piece of work.
“Whitehaven is my home, it’s a brilliant town but it could be so much better. I’m determined that we unlock its full potential through this masterplan and that the views of residents are at its core.”
People can complete the survey and register to attend the meeting at joshmacalister.uk/whitehaven or by calling 01946 458023, leaving their full name and address.
Venue details will be provided two days prior to the meeting.
