Councillor Tim Pickstone

I hope this finds you well. Please find below a short update on local issues, hope that this is useful. A few quick highlights from the last month. At the recent meeting of the full Cumberland Council I raised two…

Report to Bewcastle Parish Council – 20 May 2026 Cross-Border Pylon Connection I attended a catch-up meeting with National Grid last month. My understanding is that the second stage consultation on the scheme will take place in late 2026, though…

Report to Nicholforest Parish Council – 18 May 2026 Cross-Border Pylon Connection Along with members of the Penton Landscape Group, I attended a catch-up meeting with National Grid last month. My understanding is that the second stage consultation on the…

Report to Kirkandrews Parish Council – 11 May 2026 Hespin Wood Landfill The Council will be aware of the significant increase in use of the Hespin Wood landfill site, which I know will be of particular concern to residents at…

Report to Rockcliffe Parish Council – 18 May 2026 Hespin Wood Landfill I know the Parish Council has been extremely active on this issue, for which I am very grateful. From Cumberland Council’s end, I have had a series of…

Report to Arthuret Parish Council – 11 May 2026 Hespin Wood Landfill The Council will be aware of the significant increase in use of the Hespin Wood landfill site. I have had meetings with Cumberland’s planning and waste management teams,…

I hope this finds you well. Longtown’s Borderlands Growth Deal investment is moving forwards to the next stage with consultation on the final investment plans taking place later this month at the Community Centre. There are more details below. After…