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They are causing major problems in town, says a councillor. The lack of available short-stay town centre parking is affecting residents and businesses which are already struggling, says town and borough councillor Brian O'Kane. "Parking in Whitehaven is a big problem, it needs a full-scale review. "Car parks in town are adequate on a long-stay basis, the issue is short stay. This is exacerbated in terms of the number of disabled bays. "We need a review of disabled provision which is important but well above the required average," he said. There were many complaints about the lack ...

A row erupted between councillors over how their ward grants should be spent.

A PROMINENT Whitehaven businessman and councillor has switched his political allegiance to the Conservatives – 'for the benefit of the town'.

A popular Whitehaven pub has opened its doors after being given a major revamp. The former Waterfront pub on the town’s harbour has been transformed into a sports bar and has reverted to its old name of The Royal Standard. It was officially opened by the mayor of Whitehaven, Brian O’Kane, and CEO of Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, John Baker, on Monday. Jay Richardson, 71, who lives on The Montana boat at Whitehaven harbour, was the first customer through the doors at 10am. He said: “It’s brilliant. I always did come in. I’ve got a lot of friends that come.”

A popular Whitehaven pub opened its doors for the first time today after being given a major overhaul. The former Waterfront pub on the town's harbour has been transformed into a sports bar and has reverted to its old name of The Royal Standard. It was officially opened by the mayor of Whitehaven, Brian O'Kane, and CEO of Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, John Baker. The pub is now owned by Admiral Taverns – a national community pub group – while Chloe Rafferty, from Workington, is taking over the day-to-day running of the business as licensee. Lisa Jennings, area manager for ...