Labour's £50m VALOUR programme opens seven veteran support hubs in Cumbria
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 5 Nov, 12:50 · Archive
The Labour Government's £50 million VALOUR programme will open seven veteran support centres across Cumbria by early 2027, with a flagship hub in Penrith and additional centres in Carlisle, Whitehaven, Workington, Barrow, Kendal and Grange. The centres will provide support for veterans and their families in healthcare, housing, employment, benefits and wellbeing.
Markus Campbell-Savours, MP for Penrith and Solway, said: 'I'm delighted we've secured this investment, with Penrith at the heart of the new Cumbrian network. Our veterans have served their country, and they deserve to know that support will be there when they need it.' Julie Minns, MP for Carlisle, described the announcement as a positive step for the region, saying veterans across the area would receive 'direct support, help and connection they rightfully deserve'.
Josh MacAlister, MP, welcomed the investment for West Cumbria, noting that new centres in Whitehaven and Workington meant people would not have to travel far to access help. The programme will expand the national network of veterans' organisations from 14 to 34.
How it is being reported
- New £500,000 veterans’ support centre to open for Cumbria-wide networkNew Cumbria veterans’ support centre to open in Penrith after nearly £500,000 Government funding, offering local help through VALOUR for veterans and carers.Cumberland News · 5 Nov, 15:02
- £50m programme to open seven veteran support hubs across Cumbria£50m Labour Government VALOUR programme will open veteran support hubs in Penrith, Carlisle and across Cumbria, helping families with health, housing and jobs.Cumberland News · 5 Nov, 12:14
- £50m programme to open seven veteran support hubs across Cumbria£50m Labour Government VALOUR programme will open veteran support hubs in Penrith, Carlisle and across Cumbria, helping families with health, housing and jobs.Whitehaven News · 5 Nov, 12:14
In this story: Labour Government · Markus Campbell-Savours · Julie Minns · Josh MacAlister · Penrith · Carlisle · Cumbria
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