Created in the 2023 boundary review, replacing Penrith and The Border.
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Markus Campbell-Savours
Labour PartyMarkus Campbell-Savours is the Labour MP for Penrith and Solway, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
Vote on a Budget Resolution to limit Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief for inheritance tax, capping the full relief available on farm and business assets. This matters because it changes how farming estates and family businesses are taxed on death, and was highly controversial with farming communities.
Vote on whether to prevent someone from qualifying as 'terminally ill' under the assisted dying bill solely because they have chosen to stop eating and drinking. The amendment would close a potential loophole where a person who is not otherwise terminally ill could meet the bill's eligibility criteria by voluntarily starving themselves.
MPs voted on the Third Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill — the final Commons vote on whether to pass the assisted dying legislation in its amended form. Passing Third Reading sends the Bill to the House of Lords.
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A new constituency created in the 2023 boundary review. Won by Lab in its first election in 2024. Covers Penrith, Maryport and Cockermouth. Population 106,855, notably older (median age 49 vs 41 nationally). Recorded crime is 43% below the national average.
Driver reported for careless driving after crash causes car fire near Penrith
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£26,900
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£33,800
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
5,280
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
77
64 primary, 10 secondary, 3 other
Total Income Tax▼
£232m
from 52,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£2,490
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£4,450
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
47.3
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
68.9%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 1 large town, 4 towns, 8 villages, rural areas — 98,233 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
19 councillors across 15 wards · Last elections: May 2022
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alston Fellside | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Mary Robinson | May 2022 |
| Labour Party | Michael Timothy Hanley | May 2022 | |
| Aspatria | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Kevin Thurlow | May 2022 |
| Bothel Wharrels | Green Party of England and Wales | Jill Perry | May 2022 |
| Cockermouth North | Labour Party | Helen Tucker | May 2022 |
| Dalston Burgh | Liberal Democrats | Trevor Allison | May 2022 |
| Dearham Broughton | Labour Party | Martin Trevor Mundahl Harris | May 2022 |
| Hesket Lazonby | Conservative and Unionist Party | Colin Atkinson | May 2022 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Hilary Frances Carrick | May 2022 | |
| Keswick | Labour Party | Markus Campbell-Savours | May 2022 |
| Maryport North | Labour Party | Carni McCarron-Holmes | May 2022 |
| Penrith North | Liberal Democrats | Mark Brian Rudhall | May 2022 |
| Liberal Democrats | Patricia Anne Bell | May 2022 | |
| Penrith South | Liberal Democrats | Mike Eyles | May 2022 |
| Liberal Democrats | Virginia Christie Taylor | May 2022 | |
| Solway Coast | Conservative and Unionist Party | Tony Markley | May 2022 |
| Thursby | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mike Johnson | May 2022 |
| Wetheral | Conservative and Unionist Party | Geoff Mitchell | May 2022 |
| Wigton | Labour Party | Elaine Lynch | May 2022 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab | 19,986 | 40.6% | |
Won 2019 GE | Con | 14,729 | 29.9% |
| Ref | 7,624 | 15.5% | |
| LD | 4,742 | 9.6% | |
| Green | 1,730 | 3.5% | |
| Ind | 195 | 0.4% | |
| Ind | 156 | 0.3% | |
| Ind | 119 | 0.2% |
Markus Campbell-Savours has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
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A vehicle fire resulted from a two-car crash on Mile Lane near Penrith, causing the road to close in both directions. One driver was reported for careless driving, with emergency services responding quickly and no hospital admissions reported.
A 25-year-old Penrith resident, Nathan Robert Eilbeck, was sentenced at Carlisle Magistrates' Court for drug-driving and driving without proper insurance. District Judge Philip Holden imposed a 12-month driving ban and issued a warning to others about the dangers of driving under the influence of controlled substances.
Police and environmental agencies received praise from Friends of the Lake District for their visible, proactive approach to tackling littering and fly-camping during Easter weekend in the Lake District. The article highlights community efforts like the Great Cumbrian Litter Pick and surveys showing widespread environmental and anti-social issues, with campaigners urging this level of enforcement to continue through the summer season.
Police in Penrith conducted a high visibility operation in the Castletown area to address public concerns about overweight vehicles illegally using Castletown Bridge, which has a 7.5 tonne weight restriction. Several vehicles were stopped and officers issued traffic offence reports and advice as part of the community-led Street Safe initiative.
Mary Goulding, a Cumbrian woman born in Cockermouth, celebrated her 105th birthday and received congratulatory cards from King Charles and Queen Camilla. The article profiles her long life, large family, and interests including horse racing, with notable family connections to professional jockeys.
Quirky Workshops near Penrith is offering a raku pottery class on April 15, teaching participants the traditional 16th-century Japanese glazing and firing technique. The workshop, led by Bob and Denise Park, costs £45 and is part of the broader Art, Craft and Heritage Skill Courses available in the Penrith area.
A planning application to convert a building in Keswick into a sustainable street food takeaway was refused by local planners due to concerns about noise, odours, and disturbance to neighbouring properties. The applicant, a farmer committed to local sourcing and sustainability, had proposed a business focused on allergen-friendly options and community charity donations, but planners determined the proximity to residential neighbours made the proposal unacceptable.
Keswick Town Council has responded to concerns about the condition of the war memorial, confirming it is aware of recent comments and emphasizing their commitment to proper maintenance using approved contractors. The memorial was last cleaned in 2024 ahead of D-Day commemorations, and the council states it will continue monitoring its condition to ensure timely maintenance.
United Utilities has discharged sewage into Cumbrian waterways for thousands of hours in 2026, with Penrith and Solway ranked seventh worst in England and Wales for such discharges. A Cumberland councillor has written to local MPs, including Markus Campbell-Savours, demanding leadership and detailed responses on the issue.
A Wigton farmer, Chris Mallinson, expresses concerns about new inheritance tax rules for farms coming into force on April 6, though acknowledges the £2.5million threshold (doubled from the original proposal) will protect smaller family farms like his own. The article highlights farmer anxiety about the impact on larger established farms across the region, with Mallinson calling for complete abolition or a £5-10million threshold to protect farming futures.
A serious collision on the M6 near Penrith between an HGV and a Seat left one man in critical condition with life-threatening injuries. Cumbria Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage of the incident that occurred between junctions 40 and 41.
Calvert Stables near Keswick is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a free open day on May 25, showcasing its work as a Riding for the Disabled Association centre. The facility has supported thousands of children and adults over five decades, offering inclusive riding opportunities and community engagement.
The A66 dualling project between Penrith and Scotch Corner is confirmed to begin in 2026, a major infrastructure investment for the North of England. While Tim Farron MP for the neighbouring Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency welcomes the announcement, he calls for clearer timelines and warns about coordination with M6 Junction 38 work.
Penrith will host the Marmalade Festival Weekend on April 25-26, featuring the World Marmalade Awards at Dalemain Mansion, with town centre activities, tastings, and entertainment. The event brings together local businesses and attractions to celebrate marmalade culture with free and ticketed activities for residents and visitors.
Penrith's May Day festival will take place on Monday, May 4, 2025, with the theme 'In the Garden' featuring live music, entertainment, arts and crafts, and a funfair. The event is organised by Penrith Town Council with support from Penrith BID and Westmorland and Furness Council.
Penrith Town Council has submitted an expression of interest to become UK Town of Culture 2028, aiming to showcase the town's cultural heritage and community creativity. If successful, the town could receive up to £3 million to develop a coordinated cultural programme, with the application process involving local organisations, artists, and community groups.
Penrith Town Council has installed a new £15,000 play unit at Castletown Play Area as part of a £90,000 investment programme to upgrade play facilities across all Penrith wards. The project, delivered in partnership with Westmorland & Furness Council, includes additional upgrades planned for other local play areas including Pategill Park and Carleton.
A five-day road closure is scheduled for the U2149 near Wigton in Penrith and Solway for carriageway repairs, with diversions in place for vehicles while pedestrians and cyclists maintain access. The closure begins April 13 and is managed by Cumberland Council.
A new 0.6km accessible path has been installed at Cold Springs Nature Reserve in Penrith, connecting the pond platform to the wildlife garden and improving access for families, pushchair users, and people with mobility issues. Penrith Town Council contributed £9,330 (half the funding) through its Climate budget and Communities Committee.
Penrith Mountain Rescue Team assisted Patterdale MRT in rescuing a walker who suffered an ACL knee injury near Grisedale Tarn on April 6. Six team members participated in the joint operation, which took over four hours in steep terrain.
A serious collision between an HGV and a car on the M6 near Penrith caused significant traffic delays and road closures on the southbound carriageway. One passenger was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries, while the incident resulted in up to 30 minutes of delays and three miles of congestion.
A serious collision involving an HGV and multiple cars occurred on the M6 near Penrith, resulting in one person being airlifted to hospital. Emergency services responded quickly, with the M6 remaining closed for several hours while treatment and recovery operations took place.
A woman walking the Cumbria Way was rescued by Keswick Mountain Rescue Team after Storm Dave destroyed her wild camp in Borrowdale on Easter Saturday. The incident was one of four emergency calls the team responded to that day, highlighting the dangers posed by severe weather in the Lake District region.
A holidaymaker was rescued by Penrith Mountain Rescue Team after slipping on a muddy riverside path near Lazonby and sustaining a suspected leg break. The incident highlights the work of the local rescue team and the hazards of riverside walks during wet weather.
Two teenagers were rescued by Keswick Mountain Rescue Team after their tent was destroyed by Storm Dave while wild camping near Sprinkling Tarn in the Lake District. The rescue highlighted the dangers of camping during severe weather and the risks faced by volunteer rescuers navigating blocked roads and dangerous conditions.
Four teenage wild campers were rescued from the fells above Patterdale during Storm David after becoming stranded and one suffering mild hypothermia. A six-hour rescue operation involved 12 members from Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team and 11 from Penrith MRT, navigating treacherous conditions caused by fallen trees and debris.
United Utilities is negotiating with the Environment Agency and Keswick Flood Action Group over new management procedures for Thirlmere Reservoir, as the company's water abstraction license faces review this year. The talks balance environmental compliance requirements against flood risk concerns from local residents who worry that reduced water releases could increase flooding downstream.
Cumbria Police announced the locations of speed camera vans operating across the county, including multiple routes through and around Penrith and Solway. The operation covers major roads including the A686 between Alston and Penrith, the A6 between Kendal and Penrith, and the Penrith area itself.
A routine planning applications bulletin listing 21 planning submissions across Westmorland and Penrith, including residential extensions, tree works, agricultural conversions, and commercial alterations. Several applications are specifically within Penrith and Solway constituency boundaries.
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