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NENC Providers PodcastInside North Cumbria's New Endoscopy UnitDeborah Gibson, Lead Nurse Endoscopist at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, helped shape the new Endoscopy Unit at the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle.In this episode of the NENC Providers Podcast, Deborah shares her journey in nursing and explains how the new unit is improving care. She talks about the procedures carried out, the benefits of lead-lined rooms and how the space supports staff and patients.The unit is helping reduce waiting times and making it easier for patients to get care closer to home. Deborah also discusses early feedback, national targets and...
2025-09-0818 min
NENC Providers PodcastReflecting on a Year of ProgressKen Bremner MBE is Chair of the North East and North Cumbria Provider Collaborative and Chief Executive of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.In this episode of the NENC Providers Podcast, Ken reflects on a year of progress across the region’s NHS services and looks ahead at the collaborative’s priorities for 2025 and beyond.Ken shares insights into the Provider Collaborative’s standout achievements — from the opening of new Community Diagnostic Centres to national-leading elective care performance — and discusses how partnership working is transforming patient care across the North East and North Cumbria.
2025-07-0933 min
Behind The SceneryEp. 33 Andy Smith, LA23 and Kendal Calling May 25For a few days every summer Andy Smith is in charge of thethird biggest town in Cumbria. Kendal Calling, which he set up when still a teenager, has grown to the point where its size has eclipsed the actual Kendal.It's a stat that Andy looked back on with pride during aninterview with Tom Speight celebrating the festival's 20th anniversary at a networking event held by LA23NET atEden Arts’ base the Old Fire Station, in Penrith. Lessons he shared: never say no to a music agent, knowing Blondie's songs doesn’t help if you don’t...
2025-05-2841 minBehind The SceneryEp. 30 Emma McGordon and the Catalyst project Feb 25The Catalyst project is an ongoing collaboration between the University of Cumbria, Art Gene, the Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership and the Cumbria Arts and Culture Network.Its aim was to find three artists with Cumbrian connections– to fund them to the tune of £25,000 each, to give them an opportunity to make a substantial piece of new art connected to the county over a year. Over 220 people applied.Emma McGordon was one of the three award winners. She’s a poet, writer and storyteller originally from West Cumbria. She’s making a film about the area she’s f...
2025-02-1124 min
Cumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 7 - Young People and Nature ConservationIt's the start of a new year and in this episode you'll hear about how Cumbria Wildlife Trust helps young people make a start in a career in nature conservation. We hear from apprentices, and previous apprentices about their experiences getting their first role with us and their plans for their future.
We also hear from students in Carlisle about what inspires them to make time to improve nature in their school grounds.
Our host Joe Murphy, Head of Nature Reserves, talks to guest host Danny Poland a previous young Trustee of Cumbria Wildlife Trust.
2025-01-2738 minCumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 6 - Cumbria Wildife Trust's 2024 YearIn episode 6, our host Joe Murphy, Head of Nature Reserves, welcomes CEO Stephen Trotter, and Head of Fundraising, Hazel Jones, to talk about the ups and downs of the 2024 year for Cumbria Wildife Trust - with significantly more ups!
Hazel gives us insight into the raising the money to purchase Skiddaw Forest, the major event to mark our year. The conversation reflects on bog restoration, birds including osprey, hobby and bittern, beavers and red squirrels, welcoming people at Gosling Sike and growing rare plants.
2024-12-1932 min
NENC Providers PodcastPortability AgreementThe ‘portability agreement’ supports the effective temporary movement of staff between organisations across the North East and North Cumbria. All Foundation Trusts in the region have signed up with the aim of cutting down on the usual lengthy recruitment timelines and support operational service delivery.On the latest episode of Providers Podcast we're joined by Terry Phillips who is the Clinical Network Manager of the North East and North Cumbria Congenital Heart Disease Network as well as County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust’s General Manager of Children and Young People's Service, Julie Southern.T...
2024-12-1316 minCumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 5 - Beavers and red squirrels in CumbriaMammals are amoungst our most-loved wildlife. They are usually cute and we'll go to quite a lot of effort to see them as they give so much joy.
In this podcast we talk to Elizabeth Ogilvie, Ecologist for the Lowther Farming Partnership, about the enclosed beaver trial on their estate, and with Joshua Adams, Cumbria Wildlife Trust's Red Squirrel Ranger.
You'll learn about these secretive animals' behaviour and what's being done to help these species thrive in Cumbria into the future.
2024-11-2935 min
In conversation with a CEOChildren's learning disability nursing - supporting the whole familyIn this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris talks to Alice, a learning disability nurse here at LSCft. Alice works with children with a learning disability in the local community, supporting the whole family through workshops, education, peer support and in the near future, family therapy. Learning disability nursing offers plenty of variety and multiple paths for progression - a career where two days are never the same! Find out more about our learning disability services and watch Alice in the video she mentions to Chris, made in collaboration with Dance...
2024-10-1714 minCumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 3 - Skiddaw Forest - creating England's highest nature reserveCan Cumbria Wildlife Trust bring nature back to the Lake District and create England's highest nature reserve? In this episode we hear about plans to fundraise and purchase Skiddaw Forest, a 3,000 acre wilderness in this iconic National Park.
David Harpley, Cumbria Wildife Trust's Director of Nature Recovery, takes us on a tour of Eycott Hill Nature Reserve, explaining what he's learned about putting nature back into the uplands and how this knowledge can be applied at Skiddaw Forest.
Danni Chalmers, Staveley Woodlands Officer, describes the Atlantic rainforest at Staveley Woodlands Nature Reserve and how this...
2024-09-2634 minIn conversation with a CEOSuicide Awareness Day special with Dr Raphael OgboluIn this episode of In Conversation with CEO, Chris talks to Raphael Ogbolu, Lead for Suicide Prevention about the support available for those in crisis relating to suidice or those that have been affected by suicide.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFTKeep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2024-09-0916 minCumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 2 - Cumbria's wild coast & the Irish SeaIn our second podcast we visit Cumbria's amazing coast and hear about our annual celebration of marine wildlife at Seafest. Listen to two of our passionate and knowledgeable volunteer Marine Champions talk about what can be found on our shores and in the Irish Sea.
Our host and Head of Nature Reserves, Joe Murphy, chats to Marine Officer Amber Gould about what makes the Irish Sea special and their favourite places on the coast to visit.
2024-08-2134 minBehind The SceneryEp.26 Behind the Scenery August 24Alison Critchlow is a contemporary British painter based in Bowness on Solway – right on the northern edge of Cumbria.
She paints mainly in oils. She’s recently been shortlisted for the Contemporary British Painting Prize 2024, an annual event which promotes the best of contemporary painting produced in the UK.
Alison is also one of the organisers of the annual Around the Island open studio art trail which takes place in September in north west Cumbria.
Tom Speight went to meet her in her studio – but began on the crunching shores of the Solway…
2024-08-2025 minCumbria Wildlife Trust’s PodcastEpisode 1 - Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve & ospreysIt’s our first ever podcast! Listen to Keziah talk about our long-term restoration project at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve and volunteer Alasdair shares his amazing knowledge on ospreys.
Our host and Head of Nature Reserves, Joe Murphy, talks to Volunteering Co-ordinator Ruth Alcoft about the huge difference our volunteers are making for wildlife across Cumbria. Each gives a shout out to their favourite place to visit right now.
Links:
https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/foulshaw-moss
https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/wildlife/cams/osprey-cam
https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/barkbooth-lot...
2024-06-1732 minIn conversation with a CEOBritish Sign LanguageThe Trust is pledging to support the deaf community and the way they access our services as part of Deaf Awareness Week (Monday 6 May to Sunday 12 May).In this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris Oliver is joined by Stacey, a deaf woman who opens up about her struggles accessing services and discusses the work she has already done within LSCft to help the deaf community.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2024-06-0615 min
Cumbria Growth Hub Podcast“Innovation is like oxygen, without it you can’t survive” – discussing innovation with Colin Bell and Maddison Walker of Winning MovesWinning moves is a social enterprise combining business diagnostic, digital, and research and evaluation consultancy with the aim of improving economic, environmental and societal outcomes. We’re joined by Colin Bell and Maddison Walker to discuss the topic of innovation in business and Winning Moves’ new Innovation Sprint project delivered as part of the Cumbria Accelerator. Our conversation covers: Why is innovation important Why do some businesses struggle to innovate Breathing life into old products What help is available to businesses Fostering a culture of innovation The role of leadership Common misconceptions Collaboration
2024-05-1333 minBehind The SceneryEp. 24 Behind the Scenery May 24How can we be smarter about funding our work at a time of real challenge for the cultural sector in Cumbria ?
That was the question being discussed at the most recent Cumbria Arts and Culture Network Big Meet in May.
Star of the show was Edinburgh based Bernard Ross, Director of =mc consulting, a leading training and consultancy organization working to transform the performance of value-driven organizations worldwide.
He knows a thing or two about fundraising too.
So for this special edition of Behind the Scenery, Tom Speight asked delegates to help him...
2024-05-0718 minIn conversation with a CEODr Gareth Thomas - Deputy Chief Medical OfficerIn Series 2 episode 2, CEO Chris Oliver is joined by Dr Gareth Thomas who will soon be our new Chief Medical Officer. Listen to Gareth talk about his career journey, sharing his experiences and how he supports our medical workforce.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2024-04-1920 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastDiscussing new incentives to invest in occupational health with Tracey Hudson of Intelligent OHA healthy workforce is good for business! Mentally and physically healthy employees mean reduced staff turnover and less absences, which can increase productivity with less money being paid out on sick leave. To help businesses improve the wellbeing of their staff, the government is piloting a new scheme in Cumbria and Lancashire, which will give businesses an 80% discount on the cost of running workplace health assessments. We're joined on the podcast this month by Tracey Hudson of Intelligent OH, who are a provider delivering the scheme. Tune in to find out more about how a...
2024-04-1220 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastLaunching our Supply Chain Programme with Martyn StaveleyThis month on the Cumbria Business Growth Hub podcast we’re joined by Martyn Staveley of 3 Peaks Consulting. Martyn is leading on our new Supply Chain Pilot Programme, which will offer 1-2-1 support to twelve businesses in Cumbria who are looking to enter new supply chains. In our conversation we discuss… Martyn’s background working in national and international supply chains and supporting businesses to access new opportunities; what businesses on the programme can expect (including a meet the buyer event); the need for a supply chain programme in Cumbria; demystifying procurement processes; and the im...
2024-03-1312 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastMarketing simplified: how to strategise for success with Mags Bradshaw This month on the Growth Hub podcast we're joined by Mags Bradshaw of Red Button Marketing Training. Our conversation focusses on Mags’ innovative, straightforward approach to marketing strategy. We discuss: What is marketing Misconceptions surrounding marketing The role of the marketing process Communication about marketing accross the business Helping marketers navigate their roles and avoid burnout The Marketing Performance Framework Red Button Marketing Training's upcoming training sessions with Cumbria Business Growth Hub To join us for ‘Commercial Marketing Strategy’ training and learn how to create your own marketing roadmap click here.
2024-02-0729 minBehind The SceneryEp. 21 Behind the Scenery Feb 2024This month, Behind the Scenery has a very special guest.
Darren Henley is the boss of Arts Council England. A pretty influential sort of chap.
He’s been visiting Cumbria recently. And Tom Speight got the chance to sit down with him to find out what he thought about the arts landscape in the county today. And to chat about where and how his organisation is looking to influence and support.
2024-02-0716 minIn conversation with a CEOChasing the Stigma - Hub of HopeWelcome to series 2 of In Conversation with a CEO! To kick off the new series, Chris is joined by Jake Mills, CEO of Chasing the Stigma, to talk about the Hub of Hope. The Hub of Hope is an online directory of mental health support available near you. It's the first time services from across the NHS, community and private sector have been brought together in one place. Hear more about the Hub of Hope and how Jake's experience with mental health made it a reality. Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cum...
2024-02-0629 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastColin Bell on 'High Performance FLOW'Colin Bell is the Founder and Director of Leap the Crowd and Co-founder and Director of WeDo Content. We've been working with Colin recently to deliver High Performance FLOW training to business leaders in Cumbria. High Performance FLOW is a programme designed to help ambitious and hardworking business owners to break through to their next level of growth and performance. Tune in to find out more about how the concept of High Performance FLOW can help you take your business or career to the next level! We discuss: Colin's experience and background Ho...
2024-01-1031 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastIntroducing the Westmorland & Furness Green Enterprise HubWe're joined by Molly Hogg of Cumbria Action for Sustainability and Lesley Robinson of Cumbria Business Growth Hub to discuss the launch of the W&F Green Enterprise Hub, a dynamic initiative dedicated to supporting local organisations on their journey towards decarbonisation and sustainability.
2023-12-1214 minIn conversation with a CEOCaring for children with complex needsThis episode contains discussion of end of life care for children.Rebecca Higham, Children's Complex Packages of Care Team Leader, talks to Chris about a service which you may not have heard of before!Children's Complex Packages of Care Team (CPOC) care for and support children with complex health needs to live at home and participate in normal day to day life. Rebecca shares an insight into the incredible work they do and the impact on children, families and carers. Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Fo...
2023-12-0518 minBehind The SceneryEp. 18 Behind the Scenery late November 23For this episode, Behind the Scenery visits Grange Over Sands and Ambleside to examine how a countywide project to get more and different types of volunteers into the Cumbrian arts sector is getting on.
Helping Hands - as it’s called - was set up 18 months ago with Arts Council England funding. It’s being run by the Cumbrian Museums Consortium.
We’ll visit the Victoria Hall in Grange to find out how the Cumbria Opera Group has benefitted from joining up with young people who had never thought of volunteering before.
But first...
2023-11-2715 minBehind The SceneryEp. 17 Behind the Scenery November 23This month, Behind the Scenery looks at green energy for performance, publishing your first collection of poetry at 94, and music inspired by Ullswater.
Tom Speight explores how powering performance in Cumbria can be done sustainably with Tom Salmon from Oh My Days.
We discover why it’s not too late to publish your first collection of poetry well into your 90s with Michael Baron.
And we hear a beautiful new song composed this year incorporating Cumbrian dialect as well as the sounds of the county, by singer celloist Sarah Smout.
2023-11-1625 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastMaking Cumbrian gelato with Mathew Stockwell of Three Hills GelatoWe're joined on the Cumbria Growth Hub podcast by Growth Hub client, Matthew Stockwell, Director of Three Hills Gelato. During the episode we discuss: Matthew's journey to starting Three Hills Gelato How he learned the necessary skills The partnership with Torpenhow Farmhouse Dairy Sourcing high-quality, natural ingredients Coming up with new flavour ideas Challenges and successes encountered so far And the future of Three Hills Gelato Check out their website here: https://threehillsgelato.co.uk/
2023-11-1624 minIn conversation with a CEOTaking mental health support to ethnically and culturally diverse communitiesIn this episode, Chris talks to Shaesta, a CBT therapist about the work our Talking Therapies service have been undertaking to bring mental health support to communities who have historically been less likely to access psychological therapies. Poor mental health does not discriminate by ethnicity, gender, age or ability – it can affect anyone at any time - we must provide mental health services that meet the needs of our diverse communities. Listen to the episode to find out how we are doing just that! Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on so...
2023-11-0818 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastDiscussing export support for Cumbrian businesses with Sarah Peak of DBTWe talk to Sarah Peak from the Department for Business & Trade about: The UK's position as an exporter How Cumbria compares to the rest of the UK in terms of export How DBT can help businesses overcome export challenges DBT's Export Academy Export Champions Trade missions Find out more information about support on offer from DBT here: https://www.great.gov.uk/
2023-10-1624 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastThe benefits of benchmarking with Mark Modena of Winning Moves Benchmark Index is a diagnostic tool which provides real time business performance data to create a baseline of the business’s current levels of attainment, an assessment of strengths and weaknesses, and the means to track progress over time. Cumbrian businesses can now access the Benchmark Index free of charge through Cumbria Business Growth Hub. To learn more email info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk or call 0844 257 8450.
2023-09-1425 minBehind The SceneryEp. 15 Behind the Scenery Sept 23Behind the Scenery explores a brand new Cumbrian theatrical production about depression and hope, confusion and joy, heartbreak and anger, relationships and solitude, guilt and
forgiveness for this edition.
Every Brilliant Thing at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick is a one man play about mental health and suicide bereavement – and so much more. The production coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day. It’s hoped that it will encourage further conversations about suicide awareness and prevention across Cumbria, where the suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average.
Tom Speight caught up with the play’s director, the pl...
2023-09-0414 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastDiscussing Fibrus supply chain opportunities with Neil BurrowsBelfast-based supplier Fibrus have embarked on a project to connect 60,000 premises in the Cumbria to the fastest broadband on the market under the government’s Project Gigabit programme. As well as creating jobs for local residents, the project will also present opportunities for local businesses to become suppliers of Fibrus and its primary contracter, Viberoptix. This episode features a conversation with Procurement Director at Fibrus, Neil Burrows, on how businesses can get involved. Links discussed in the episode: Fibrus and Viberoptix's websites Fibrefast Full Fibre Broadband | Fibrus Viberoptix - Home - Northern Irel...
2023-08-0913 minIn conversation with a CEOInternationally Educated Nurses and Healthcare Support WorkersIn this episode, Chris talks to Becky, Senior Mental Health Nurse about the Trust's Internationally Educated Nurse project which sees the Trust welcome nurses and healthcare support workers from across the globe. The pair delve into the recruitment process, the support and opportunities offered to those coming to the UK and the fantastic impact this cohort of nurses and healthcare support workers have had on our workforce and the care our service users receive. If you'd like to find out more about joining LSCft visit our website: https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/recruitmentKe...
2023-08-0115 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhat is distributed leadership? With Rebecca Smith of Box Box SolutionsOn this month's episode we're joined by Rebecca Smith of Box Box Solutions. As a business and management consultant Rebecca frequently looks for new and innovative solutions to problems faced by her clients. One of those is distributed leadership, a model which moves decision making from one individual to a collective group. In our conversation, we discuss distributed leadership, its advantages and how to start incorporating it into an organisation. We also discuss Rebecca's two free-to-attend webinars coming up in July with Cumbria Business Growth Hub: 20th July - How to create your MISSION, VISION, PURPOSE...
2023-07-1228 minIn conversation with a CEOPreventing children from entering the criminal justice systemEpisode four sees Chris interview Louise Hamer, Deputy Designated Nurse for safeguarding children and children in care.The pair chatted about Louise’s innovative research project aimed at preventing children from entering the criminal justice system after seeing first-hand the violence some of our community's young people were being exposed to.The Solutions trial, funded by the Youth Endowment Fund, is being delivered by our Liaison and Diversion team who work with hundreds of young people aged between 10 and 15 years, who come into police custody in Lancashire. It’s about showing them there is an alte...
2023-06-2810 minIn conversation with a CEOBorderline Personality DisorderIn this episode, Chris talks to Becky, a consultant clinical psychologist who specialises in Borderline Personality Disorder.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2023-05-2421 minBehind The SceneryEp.12 Behind the Scenery May 23We’re just coming to the end of another Spring season of what’s called Rural Touring across Cumbria.
That’s the name given to getting professional performance art – be it music, theatre, magic, even dance – into rural areas, usually village halls but also schools, pubs and even libraries. There are about 25 organisations that do it across the UK. Here in Cumbria, it’s run by Cockermouth based Arts Out West for west Cumbria, and Penrith based Highlights Rural Touring for most of the rest of the county. About 50 venues altogether are on the schemes.
Behind the S...
2023-05-1616 minIn conversation with a CEOAutism ServiceIn this episode, Chris speaks to Joe Heathcote, a Community Nurse in our specialist Autism team to find out more about the service and the work they do. Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2023-04-1115 minIn conversation with a CEOStreet TriageThis episode focuses on the work of our Street Triage Team and sees Chris interview Team Lead Tracey Corrigan about the service, one year on from its creation.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
2023-02-2711 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastSkills Bootcamps with Amanda Wharton and Naomi Morgan from Cumbria LEPJoe interviews Amanda and Naomi from Cumbria Local Enterprise Parternership about their upcoming Skills Bootcamps. The bootcamps offer training in a variety of areas including 3D printing, project management, and leadership and management for the visitor economy. Tune in to find out more!
2023-02-0319 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - Ray McCreadie of LEAN TeamGBThe latest episode of the Growth Hub podcast features business adviser Ray McReadie who leads on our Workforce Development Service. Find out more here.
2023-01-1119 minBehind The SceneryEp.7 Behind the Scenery Dec 22This month, Behind the Scenery is all about the creation of sound in Cumbria.
Sound creator and creative Dan Fox is Director of Ulverston based Sound Intervention. He says there are five ways of making sound - hit, pluck, blow, bow and sing. He was commissioned to create an 18 minute soundscape for the Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership . Dan talks about where his interest in sound came from, and how he went about recording sound for the commission.
For the occasional series of the sound of Cumbrian creatives at work, Julie Jackson got in touch from...
2022-12-1930 minCumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - Colin Sneath from A Day's Walk Farm ShopJoin us as we sit down with previous Growth Hub client, Colin Sneath, owner of A Day's Walk Farm Shop.
2022-12-0629 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - An introduction to CITBTo contact Monica from CITB to find out how she can help, email: Monica.Costelloe@citb.co.uk
2022-11-2016 minBehind The SceneryEp.6 Behind the Scenery Nov 22This month Behind the Scenery takes a trip to the farm.
But it’s not just any old farm – it’s photographer Amy Bateman’s 900 acre farm Croft Foot at Docker just outside Kendal, a mixed farm which she runs with her husband Colin. It forms the basis for a book she has written, alongside publisher Dave Felton, called Forty Farms, profiling agriculture and farming across Cumbria in 2022. Tom Speight has been to interview her to find out how her project came about.
In this edition he also talks to Harriet and Rob Fraser, two environm...
2022-11-1136 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - Access to finance with Maria RamsdaleJoin us as we talk to Maria Ramsdale about the new access to finance service available through Cumbria Business Growth Hub
2022-11-0810 minBehind The SceneryEp. 5 Behind the Scenery Oct 22This month Behind the Scenery takes time to find out what makes one of Cumbria’s cultural leaders tick.
Liz Stevenson has been Artistic Director at Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake for 3 years. Just months after she arrived the covid pandemic led to the theatre having to completely shut – leading to huge challenges for its staff and its leaders. It’s now back at full throttle, but as with all venues, is having to work hard to bring back audiences and build confidence.
Tom Speight went to meet her as final rehearsals for The Beauty Q...
2022-10-1323 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - Ollie HodgsonJoin us as we talk to Ollie Hodgson owner and founder of Platinum Live
2022-10-1035 minBehind The SceneryEp.4 Behind the Scenery Sept 22This month Behind the Scenery visits Whitehaven, St Bees, Keswick and the Langdales, to get under the bonnet of the arts and culture vibe in Cumbria.
Tom Speight bases himself at The Beacon Museum overseeing Whitehaven harbour, where seagulls join him in chatting to Aldo Rinaldi, the chief curator of Deep Time, the ambitious multi million pound public art project backed by Copeland borough council. He also chats to Eric Barker from the council, to find out where the project came from and how it fits in to wider attempts to revitalise the Copeland coast.
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2022-09-1532 minBehind The SceneryEp. 3 Behind the Scenery late Aug 22Two podcasts for the price of one in August ! Based at the recently renovated art deco Old Cumberland Pencil Factory in Keswick, Tom Speight finds out how August seems to be a particularly busy time for exhibitions all across Cumbria. First it's a visit to the always busy EVAN, or the Eden Valley Artistic Network, whose appropriately named FACTORY festival of creative arts has recently been exhibiting there. He meets EVAN's organisers and some of the artists involved. Then to Carlisle and the Historic Quarter Arts Festival, now in its second year. Run by Intro PR, it's managed to...
2022-08-2229 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - British Business BankWe speak to Sue Barnard from the British Business Bank and how they look at investments and what they can do to help your business.
2022-08-1016 minBehind The SceneryEp 2. Behind the Scenery - Aug 22Based this month at Wordsworth Grasmere, Tom Speight discovers how the museum and attractions there have been recently developed to really bring William and Dorothy’s story alive – and discovers the joys of finding poetry in coffee cups.
Curators Jeff Cowton and Melissa Mitchell take Tom on a tour of Dove Cottage, the newly developed museum and café, and finish up with a section of Wordsworth’s “To A Butterfly” poem in the garden.
There’s also a chance to get behind the scenes at Eskfest, one of Cumbria’s micro-festivals, and Tom hears what gets Ulverston...
2022-08-0537 min
2022-07-1827 minBehind The SceneryEp 1. Behind the Scenery - Jul 22Based this month at Rosehill Theatre in Whitehaven, hear how Soundwave in Workington is making young musical dreams come true, how the writer of The Climbers at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Carmen Nasr, was inspired by a trip by her brother to Kilimanjaro, listen to an award winning poem from the Kendal Poetry Festival - and find out why David Bowie appeared on stage in west Cumbria as a mime artist....
Behind the Scenery, the podcast from Cumbria Arts & Culture Network, find out more at: cacn.co.uk
2022-07-0735 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCumbria Business Growth Hub Podcast - BBFABusiness Growth Manager, Eve Halliday talks to Dani Armstrong, Chair of the BBFA to find out about their current activity and future plans.
2022-06-2312 min
Behind The SceneryBehind The Scenery - Podcast TrailerTrailer for Behind The Scenery, the new arts and culture podcast brought to you by Cumbria Arts & Culture Network.
2022-06-1407 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhat the Budget means for Cumbrian businessesBudget analysis from Suzanne Caldwell of Cumbria Chamber of Commerce and Amy Johnston and Sue Jeffrey of accountant David Allen.
2021-03-0323 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCoronavirus: The essential business podcastWhat every business needs to know about Coronavirus. In this podcast, lawyers Frances Cameron and Luke Donockley, of Muckle LLP, set out the obligations and risks facing employers and outline steps to take to minimise damage to your business. Keep up to date with the latest information with the Chamber’s Coronavirus Toolkit, which is updated regularly. Click here. Cumbria Chamber of Commerce members also get access to a free HR helpline. For more information about Chamber membership, click here.
2020-03-1339 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastPodcast: What the Growth Hub can do for youCumbria Business Growth Hub has been a phenomenal success story. Since its launch in 2012, the Growth Hub has worked directly with 7,500 businesses and 2,700 individuals looking to start a business, boosting the county's economy by an estimated £252m in GVA. In this podcast, the Chamber’s Deputy Chief Executive Suzanne Caldwell explains what the Growth Hub is, what it does, and how businesses can benefit.
2020-02-0511 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastTapping into University expertiseFind out how Lancaster University Management School can help your business develop and prosper. Pete Cornwall from LUMS discusses programmes specifically for SMEs in Cumbria covering leadership, productivity, digital technologies for manufacturers, innovation and – new for 2020 – family businesses. Many of these programmes are available to qualifying businesses free or at reduced cost through Cumbria Business Growth Hub. For information on Cumbria Forum click here, for the Made Smarter Leadership Programme here, for the Innovation Development Programme here, for Productivity Through People here, for the Family Business Excellence Programme here and for information on unde...
2020-01-0630 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to supply ENGIEWhat SMEs need to know about working with ENGIE, which has won significant contracts to build extra care housing in Cumbria. Operations Manager Paul Young discusses the opportunities, ENGIE’s procurement criteria and what it looks for in suppliers and sub-contractors. To find out about how Cumbria Business Growth Hub can help SMEs get work with ENGIE and other large businesses, click here.
2019-12-1109 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhat Brexit means for your businessSimon Hart and Richard Arnott from the accountancy specialist RSM explore last-minute Brexit preparations and the likely impact of Brexit on Cumbria and the wider economy. Simon is RSM's national lead Brexit partner, who spends his days analysing Brexit risks and advising clients how to manage them, while Richard is a consulting director based in Cumbria.
2019-09-2537 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhere does the economy go from here?One of the UK’s top economists outlines the prospects for the UK economy as the October 31 Brexit deadline approaches. Suren Thiru is Head of Economics and Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce. We recorded this podcast when he visited Cumbria to speak at a joint event with the Bank of England. He considers the implications of a no-deal Brexit and the outlook for growth, interest rates, recruitment and investment. Click here for the Growth Hub’s Brexit Insight guide to Brexit planning.
2019-08-0728 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastProtect your business against cyber crimeOne-in-five businesses are affected by cyber crime in any one year. Don’t be the next victim. In this podcast Jon Hill, a detective with Cumbria Constabulary’s new Cyber and Digital Crime Unit, and Peter McCall, the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner, look at how businesses can protect themselves. Click here for a training video, links, tools and advice on the Cumbria Chamber of Commerce website.
2019-07-1026 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow businesses can make a differenceHear how Cumbria Community Foundation helps businesses in the county to make a difference to disadvantaged people. The charity, set up in 1999, has made grants totalling £44m so far. In this podcast, Chief Executive Andy Beeforth sets out how the Foundation channels donations from businesses and enables them achieve their corporate social responsibility objectives. For more information, click here.
2019-07-0117 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to make your business more productiveIn this podcast, organisational development specialist Hazel Lowndes and Suzanne Caldwell, of Cumbria Business Growth Hub, explore ways to boost productivity. UK productivity – measured in output per worker – lags behind that of Germany, France, the US and most other developed economies. This podcast asks why that is the case and looks at what we can do about it. Contrary to popular myth, boosting productivity isn’t just about investing in high-tech equipment. Working on people and processes is just as effective. Click here to find out Cumbria Business Growth Hub can help your busine...
2019-06-0521 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastSexual harassment at workHow businesses can deal with sexual harassment in the workplace and avoid harassment claims from employees. In this podcast Michael Bauer, of Cumbria Employment Solicitors, explains the legal definition of sexual harassment and the responsibilities that employers have, then sets out measures businesses can take to eliminate harassment and reduce the likelihood of claims from employees.
2019-04-2529 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastRadical rethink for Made in CumbriaWe’ve relaunched Made in Cumbria, the Chamber’s initiative to help the county’s food, drink and craft businesses find new routes to market. In this podcast, Chamber Chief Executive Rob Johnston talks about the new Made in Cumbria website, featuring stunning photography and telling the stories behind member businesses. He also outlines big plans for the Made in Cumbria retail outlet in Kendal, our social media campaign and the Made in Cumbria hampers. Made in Cumbria is open to food, drink and craft businesses whose products are wholly produced or substantially manufa...
2019-04-1816 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastExporting the Oxley wayFind out how Oxley Developments of Ulverston became one of Cumbria’s most successful exporters. Oxley’s Marketing Manager Jayne Moorby talks about trade missions, using overseas agents, how the company overcomes language and cultural barriers, and the help it receives from the Department for International Trade. Oxley began exporting in the 1970s and now sells its LED lighting and high-specification components in 34 countries across five continents. Click here for information on how Cumbria Business Growth Hub can help your business to export or call us on 0844 257 84 50.
2019-04-1015 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHelp for manufacturers in CumbriaSteve Wilkinson, of Cumbria Manufacturing Service, sets out the help and advice available to SME manufacturers including grants of up to £5,400. Steve has recently been appointed as an adviser with Cumbria Manufacturing Service. In this podcast, he explains his how he can help qualifying manufacturer SMEs to streamline their processes, drive up production capacity, innovate, improve business systems and access new markets. To find out more about Cumbria Manufacturing Service, click here or call Cumbria Business Growth Hub on 0844 257 84 50.
2019-03-0513 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastThe ultimate Brexit podcastThis is the Brexit podcast businesses have been waiting for. Luke Donockley, a solicitor and Brexit expert with law firm Muckle LLP, explores what businesses can do to prepare for Brexit and what the ramifications are likely to be. He covers how to go about a Brexit risk assessment, imports and exports, tariffs, obstacles for hauliers, excise duty and VAT, business travel in the EU, trademarks, IP and data protection. Cumbria Chamber of Commerce and Muckle are running a Brexit Breakfast Briefing at Carlisle Racecourse on Thursday February 28th, from 8am to 10am.
2019-02-2046 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to supply BoothsFind out how food and drink businesses can get their products onto the shelves of regional supermarket chain Booths. Cumbria Business Growth Hub's Supply Chain Opportunity Club recently hosted an event with Booths where food and drink businesses were able to meet the supermarket's buying team. In this podcast, recorded at the event, Matt Bruno, Innovation Manager at Booths, explains Booths' procurement process while Eva Chua, Supply Chain Development Manager at the Growth Hub, sets out how the Growth Hub can help businesses to meet Booths' criteria. For more information on selling to...
2019-01-2917 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastGet ready for BrexitJohn Scott, of Cumbria Trading Standards, looks at sensible measures businesses can take to be ready for Brexit. Click here to complete our Brexit preparedness survey. Here to access the Government’s ‘Prepare for EU Exit’ website. Here for a tool to help you prepare for EU Exit. Here for official advice on ‘no deal’ planning. Here for the British Chambers of Commerce’s Brexit Hub. And here for advice from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute.
2019-01-2319 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastMeet our new export adviser TiffanyTiffany Solender is a successful entrepreneur who uses her knowledge and expertise to help other Cumbrian businesses sell overseas. Her company, Pogu, based at Staveley near Kendal, supplies road safety products for children to customers all over the world. In this podcast, she talks about her new role as an International Trade Adviser with the Department for International Trade and outlines the range of help available from workshops to export finance and trade missions. To find out more about the help available to exporters, click here or call Cumbria Business Growth Hub on 0844 257 84 50.
2018-11-2812 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastDo your bit to stop domestic abuseDetective Superintendent Vicki Ellis of Cumbria Police explains how businesses can help to stamp out the scourge of domestic violence. Domestic abuse is endemic. Cumbria Police respond to 7,500 incidents every year, of which 4,500 are logged as crimes. In this podcast, Detective Superintendent Vicki Ellis sets out how employers spot warning signs, which may indicate that an employee is suffering domestic abuse, and how they can support staff who are victims of abuse. For more information from Cumbria Police click here and for details of the training events for employers in Barrow, Workington and...
2018-11-1915 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastCould you mentor a young person?David Leadbetter of Inspira explains how employers can get involved in a programme to raise the aspirations of young Cumbrians. Inspira’s Employer Mentoring Programme is designed to raise the aspirations of young people at secondary school. It is currently running in North and West Cumbria. In this podcast David Leadbetter, Contract Manager with Inspira, explains why the programme was set up, the benefits to employers who take part, how youngsters are selected for mentoring and how you can get involved. Click here to find out more about the programme.
2018-10-3016 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastTom Samson offers fresh hope for MoorsideThe man driving plans for a nuclear power station in West Cumbria explains his strategy to save the project. NuGen’s £15bn plan for a nuclear power station at Moorside, next to Sellafield, would be the biggest private-sector investment Cumbria has ever seen. But the project is in trouble. NuGen’s owner Toshiba wants out while the Korean company that had been poised to replace Toshiba is having second thoughts. Currently, NuGen is shedding two-thirds of its workforce. In this podcast, NuGen’s Chief Executive Tom Samson sets out his strategy to save the Moor...
2018-10-1131 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastIs something holding your business back?A third of SME owners face difficulties in growing their businesses. Growth Hub adviser Adrian Luckham offers practical help. Polling commissioned by the British Business Bank suggests that one-in-three business owners want to grow their businesses but are unsure how to do it. In this podcast, Adrian Luckham, one of the most experienced advisers with Cumbria Business Growth Hub, identifies the barriers that are holding businesses back and explores ways to overcome them. To find out how the Growth Hub can help your business, go to our website www.cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk or...
2018-10-0418 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to deal with employment tribunalsLawyer Michael Bauer explains how businesses should respond to employment tribunal claims, or better still avoid them altogether. The number of employment tribunal claims has doubled since fees for bringing claims were abolished last year. In this podcast employment lawyer Michael Bauer, of Cumbria Employment Solicitors, explains how businesses should deal with claims, how they can minimise costs and – best of all – how to avoid claims altogether. Chamber members receive £1m worth of FREE legal expenses insurance for employment disputes as part of our Chamber Protect package. More here.
2018-09-1227 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastThe West Cumbria eco-revolutionPlans to develop the former armaments depot at Broughton Moor are taking off. We meet the man behind it all, Nigel Catterson. Derwent Forest is set to become a model for sustainable living. The Derwent Forest Development Consortium has unveiled a masterplan to make the former RN armaments depot at Broughton Moor into a national exemplar for sustainable living with up to 2,000 new homes, a hotel, treehouses and lodges, tree-top skywalks, an innovation centre and more. In this podcast, Nigel Catterson, the businessman whose vision of ‘utropia’ led to the formation of the cons...
2018-09-0616 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastThe secrets of a successful exporterPlaydale Playgrounds only began exporting in 2009 and now sells to 49 countries. MD Barry Leahey explains how they did it. The company manufactures outdoor playground equipment at Haverthwaite, near Ulverston, and sells its products across the globe. It has been so successful at exporting that it was selected as one of the Department for International Trade’s ‘Export Champions’ while Managing Director Barry Leahey received the MBE last year for ‘Services to UK trade and investment and exports’. In this podcast, Barry outlines why Playdale started exporting, how they selected target markets and overcame obstacles...
2018-08-3024 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastFinance for businesses refused by the banksMaria Ramsdale of FW Capital explains how the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund helps SMEs in Cumbria. The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund provides loan and equity finance to SMEs that have been turned down by the banks. In this podcast, Maria Ramsdale of FW Capital, who is responsible for delivering the debt finance element in Cumbria, explains how the scheme works, who is eligible, what they can borrow and what they can use it for. To find out more about the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund, email maria.ramsdale@fwcapital.co.uk or call her...
2018-08-1313 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to recruit, retain and retrain older workersChamber Chief Executive Rob Johnston explains how businesses can hang on to older workers and bring the best out of them. By 2030, half of all adults in the UK will be aged over 50. In parts of Cumbria the proportion will be higher still. Our ‘super-ageing’ population means that the working-age population is projected to shrink by 20,000 over the next two decades, making it progressively harder for employers to recruit staff. One solution is to retain older workers for longer by persuading them to put retirement plans on hold. In this podcast Rob...
2018-08-0911 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastPodcast: Keeping a lid on interest ratesGet the inside track on interest rates, inflation and investment from Bank of England Deputy Governor Sir Jon Cunliffe. Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is urging the Bank of England to think carefully before raising interest rates. We delivered that message in person when Sir Jon Cunliffe, the Bank’s Deputy Governor for financial stability, spoke at a Chamber lunch in Kendal last week. Sir Jon is a member of the Monetary Policy Committee, which voted by 6-3 in June to leave rates unchanged at 0.5%. It meets again on August 2, when many commentators expect an...
2018-07-1913 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to break into nuclearRenewed efforts are underway to help more small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cumbrian win work in the nuclear sector. Almost 50 businesses attended an ‘SME awareness day’ in Workington last week to showcase the opportunities available in the sector. In this podcast, Eva Chua of Cumbria Business Growth Hub, Steve Dixon of Morgan Sindall, and Mark Turner, representing the Supply Chain Sustainability School, examine how SMEs can break into this potentially lucrative market. Businesses looking to explore opportunities in nuclear can find out more here. Sign-up here for a free ‘Fit to Ten...
2018-07-1014 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhy Cumbria LEP has to changeLocal Enterprise Partnerships - LEPs for short - were the Coalition Government's 'big idea' to drive economic growth in the regions. But Cumbria LEP has come under fire for poor performance. In this podcast its new chairman, Lord Inglewood, sets out his vision. He explains more about the LEP’s role, and looks at the challenges and opportunities for Cumbria arising from Brexit, the Borderlands Growth Deal, and a shrinking working-age population. Cumbria LEP is drawing up a Local Industrial Strategy, which it hopes will make a “compelling case” to Gove...
2018-07-0515 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastProtect your business against fraudResearch commissioned by Barclays Bank reveals that almost half of SMEs have been targeted by fraudsters, and one-in-four of these has fallen victim. Where businesses are caught out, the average cost is £35,000. To mark Scams Awareness Month, Will Hayhurst of Cumbria Trading Standards looks at what businesses can do to protect themselves against the fraudsters.
2018-06-1412 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhy we need a Morecambe Bay crossingWe are increasingly optimistic that the tidal energy scheme incorporating road crossings of Morecambe Bay and the Duddon is viable. Things have moved on apace since Chamber Insight first reported on the £10bn project last year. Rob Johnston, Chief Executive of Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, said: “We’ve asked Transport for North to consider including the scheme in its strategic plan because we think the economic benefits could be enormous. “It would slash journey times to Furness and Millom, provide another access to West Cumbria, generate green electricity, potentially alleviate flooding and cut the cos...
2018-05-1623 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to win public sector contractsDespite the austerity cuts of recent years, the public sector is still a major player in Cumbria. We have seven local authorities, the Lake District National Park, a major Defra presence and the University of Cumbria. That’s a big potential market. In this podcast Kevin Thistlethwaite, an adviser with Cumbria Business Growth Hub, explains how SMEs can bid for contracts with local authorities, government departments and other public sector organisations.
2018-05-0315 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhat future for Cumbria in the digital age?Speaking at a recent Chamber event, the Lancaster University academic Andrew Atherton speculated that Cumbria will benefit as the high cost of operating in London prompts businesses to move out of the capital. He explores the theme further in this podcast and considers what more Cumbria can do to attract inward investment, where future growth will come from and how we can encourage the businesses we have to scale up. Andrew Atherton is Professor of Enterprise and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Lancaster University, and an expert in SME policy. Click here to find out ho...
2018-04-1930 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHelping your business to recruit staffAround half of businesses in Cumbria that try to recruit staff struggle to do so. With the unemployment benefit claimant count rate as low as 0.7% in parts of the county, and thousands of workers due to retire over the next 10 years, it’s a problem that is expected to get worse. In this podcast Shane Byrne, Partnership Manager at JobCentre Plus in Cumbria, explains how they can help employers to recruit staff, and how the new Universal Credit is making it easier for claimants to get back into work. Click here to find out...
2018-04-1226 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastSouth Lakeland - the economic powerhouse of CumbriaSouth Lakeland is the fastest-growing economy in Cumbria and North Lancashire and has the lowest unemployment rate in the North West. In this podcast Councillor Graham Vincent, the Economy and Assets Portfolio Holder at South Lakeland District Council, looks at why its economy is so successful and examines the challenges that success brings. He also explains the thinking behind the council's revamped business website – www.investinsouthlakeland.co.uk – and discusses the impact of Brexit, the prospects for finding a buyer for GSK at Ulverston, and how South Lakeland is working with other local authorities to boos...
2018-03-2930 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhere next for tourism in Cumbria?This is English Tourism Week (March 17-25), which aims to celebrate the industry and raise its profile. In this podcast, Nigel Wilkinson looks at the challenges and opportunities for the sector, which is worth £2.72bn a year to Cumbria. Nigel is Managing Director of Windermere Lake Cruises, one of the top 10 paid-for visitor attractions in England, and is a director of Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership where he leads on tourism issues.
2018-03-2132 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastWhat the Spring Statement means for CumbriaChancellor Philip Hammond delivered his first Spring Statement on Tuesday. He was upbeat about the economy, predicting stronger growth, falling government borrowing and falling inflation. In this podcast, Chamber Chief Executive Rob Johnston looks beyond the spin to assess the impact of the Chancellor’s statement in Cumbria. And he examines Donald Trump’s proposed steel and aluminium tariffs, which could provoke a damaging trade war.
2018-03-1515 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastHow to raise finance for your businessObtaining finance is a perennial issue for businesses. But there are probably more options than ever before, with specialist and peer-to-peer lenders offering alternatives to the high street banks. In this podcast Mike Robinson, an asset finance broker and partner in Mulberry Asset Finance in Burton-in-Kendal, explains what’s available. And we introduce the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund, which offers loan and equity finance to Cumbrian SMEs. There’s more in the ‘Financing Your Business’ section of the Cumbria Business Growth Hub website, or call the Growth Hub on 0844 257 84 50. T...
2018-02-0513 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastA helping hand for business start-upsJustine Douglas is one of 60 advisers working with Cumbria Business Growth Hub. She specialises in providing one-to-one advice to new business on our Business Start-Up Support (BSUS) and New Enterprise Allowance programmes. In this podcast, she imparts some sound advice for start-ups, and outlines some of the most common pitfalls. To find out more about BSUS, click here and to find out more about New Enterprise Allowance click here. The BSUS project is receiving £1,112,686 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment F...
2018-02-0125 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastPodcast: Don't let mental health cost your business dearMental health problems such as anxiety, depression and unmanageable stress affect one-in-six British workers. Work-related mental ill health costs the UK economy between £33bn and £42bn a year through lost working days, staff turnover and lower productivity. Yet mental health is still a taboo subject with employers and employees unsure of how to confront the issue. In this podcast Caroline Robinson, of the mental health charity Mind, explains what employers can do to minimise the impact. To download a copy of Taking Care of Business, Mind’s guide for employers to ment...
2018-01-2511 min
Cumbria Growth Hub PodcastPodcast: The Borderlands Growth Deal explainedA Borderlands Growth Deal could be hugely significant for Cumbria, unlocking major infrastructure schemes such as dualling the A69 and extending the new Borders Railway from Edinburgh to Tweedbank through to Carlisle. In this podcast, Colin Glover, leader of Carlisle City Council and one of the architects of the Borderlands project, explains the thinking behind the Growth Deal in conversation with Rob Johnston and Julian Whittle from the Chamber.
2018-01-2424 min