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Our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly. Carlisle City Council are committed to supporting the Armed Forces and delivering this promise.
We achieved a Gold award under the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for our support to Defence and the wider Armed Forces community.
We also have an elected Member and a Corporate Director as nominated Armed Forces Champions. We recognise the Armed Forces Champion as an important role, advocating for the Armed Forces Covenant in Cumbria. Providing a clear voice for the Armed Forces community (serving personnel, both regular and reserve, their families, veterans and Cadets), in the District and within the Council.
About us
Carlisle, Cumbria has population of more than 108,000. The city is recognised as the economic capital of a region serving 1.1 million people who live in Cumbria, Northumberland, and Southern Scotland.
The City of Carlisle is the largest settlement in the district with more than two thirds of the population. The remaining population is distinctly more rural.
Across the district, there are a wealth of natural and cultural assets making Carlisle a great place to live, work and visit. Carlisle draws strength from its strategic location, with heritage and environmental sites of national and international importance (Solway Coast and North Pennines), and good connections to national infrastructure.
Carlisle City Council aims to improve the health, wellbeing and economic prosperity of the people of Carlisle. We work with partners to further establish our position as the regional centre and focus for investment, ensuring that our residents can share in the benefits through increased opportunities and a greater choice of jobs, range of housing and a quality environment.