Egremont Town Council supported several community concerns at their most recent council meeting.

Adrian Cozens from North Lakes Foodbank was presented with a cheque for £3,000 to go towards the cost of providing a citizen’s advice worker to attend the Egremont branch of the Foodbank every Tuesday and Friday from 1pm to 3pm.

A spokesman for Egremont Town Council said: "This is an invaluable service for residents in need and helps them find assistance in times of crisis."

A cheque for £250 was given to Helen Shipton-Smith of Egremont Fair Trade Town Campaign towards the running costs of a micro bus which collects people from remote areas and brings them to the Farmers Market and town to shop, benefitting businesses.

A donation of £50 went to Andrew Chestney and Margaret Coiles on behalf of Age UK based in the De Lucy Centre. The money will enable a seating area to be created and will provide more plants in the community garden at the rear of the building - which is available for the public to use. For more information contact the De Lucy Centre on 01946 828100.

The Farmers Market is held in Egremont Market Hall every third Friday of the month from 9am to 1pm. It offers a wide range of food and crafts.