Yes Vote in UK’s first Neighbourhood Plan Referendum

A historic Yes vote is the result of the UK’s first Localism Referendum, which was held in the Upper Eden area of Cumbria on 7 March 2013.

Voters have endorsed the Upper Eden Neighbourhood Plan (covering Brough Parish and 16 surrounding parishes in East Cumbria),...

A firm hand on the Council's financial tiller
There may be choppy waters ahead for the resourcing of local public services but the elected Member with overall responsibility for Eden District Coun...
Council Tax bill agreed for 2013-14
Council Tax funds a very wide range of vital services such as the Police, social services, highways, food safety, refuse collection and the fire servi...
Robust evidence to support Eden’s housing target figures
The first week of a public consultation about identifying futures sites for housing in Eden District is already stimulating a lively debate, as people...
Pedal power with a difference to launch 2013 English Tourism Week in Eden
Rory Stewart MP and invited guests from the region’s tourism industry will be cycling effortlessly around part of the Eden Valley on Friday 8 March du...
Spread the cost of paying Council Tax
In the next few weeks Council tax Bills for 2013-14 will be dropping through letter-boxes of residents in Eden District. Changes in legislation now ma...
Council agrees budget to protect services, support the economy and invest in...
The Council last night (21 February 2013) agreed a budget. This includes not only a balanced budget but also additional investment in the local econom...
Upper Eden Neighbourhood Plan moving towards first Localism Act Referendum in the UK
Representatives of UCEP, the MP Rory Stewart and Eden District Council will be celebrating the Localism Referendum - next step for groundbreaking Upper Eden Neighbourhood Plan at Swanson House...
First Thai arts & culture centre to open in Cumbria
A new Thai Arts and Cultural Centre will be opening its door for the 1st time in the history of Cumbria in Penrith. The Chairman of the Eden District Council, Councillor Keith Morgan will be the...
Eden's draft 2013-2014 budget out for consultation
Eden District Council's Executive has agreed its draft budget for consultation. The Resources Portfolio Holder, Councillor Kevin Beaty, said: "Over the last 12 months we have consolidated the Council...
Free family seasons at Eden leisure centres
Free family days at Appleby and Penrith Leisure Centres offer a New Year opportunity for locals to try the facilities on their own doorstep. The free open days aim to give families the chance to find...