The multi-sports facility is due to be built at the Faverdale Industrial Estate.

Scaffolding stands around the building as work to turn it into an adult learning hub gets under way.

Conservative former Cumberland Mayor Mike Starkie criticises inheritance tax changes in the budget.

The building, which produced thousands of newspapers, is being turned into classrooms and offices.

Residential blocks and commercial units will be developed to transform eyesore buildings.

Work on the arboretum at Burtree Garden Village will start next year if the plans are approved.

Researchers say their findings suggest the council's move may have cut health inequalities.

The authority urges motorist to be cautious and not to click on suspicious website links.