Haverigg7 days ago'Missed chance' to prevent death of inmate in cellA jury finds "stress and worry" ahead of a sex offender's release may have contributed to his death.7 days ago12 May 2026Prisoner threatened 'shock act' before deathNigel John Keenan's calls were monitored due to concerns over his intentions, an inquest hears.12 May 202611 May 2026Prisoner found dead on day of releaseAn inquest hears Nigel John Keenan had mental health concerns ahead of his release from Haverigg.11 May 202628 Dec 2025Coastguard called to live flare found on beachFlares contain explosives and must be disposed of safely as they can cause serious burns.28 Dec 202516 Sep 2025£7m to turn old railway line into path approvedCumberland Council says construction to transform the route could start later this year.16 Sep 20251 Sep 2025Minister backs nuclear dump despite Treasury fearA Treasury report labels plans for nuclear waste disposal in Cumbria as potentially "unaffordable".1 Sep 202517 Jul 2025Troubled jail now one of the most 'impressive' Giving HM Haverigg inmates jobs on farms reduces reoffending rates, according to prison inspectors.17 Jul 20251 Apr 2025Cumbria could be only option for nuclear disposalThe county could be the only area left to be considered for the disposal site, councillors hear.1 Apr 202515 Jun 2024Recycling delay as firm enters into administrationResidents are being warned that skips at several sites in Copeland may not be emptied.15 Jun 2024...
