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Welcome to Government Office for the North West

Government Office North West are playing a key role in responding the floods in Cumbria.  

We are now moving into the recovery phase and are working in partnership with key agencies to support the communities affected.  We have deployed staff to support the local authorities and partners involved.. For up to date news on the latest developments visit the BBC Cumbria Website.

Business owners should visit the North West Business Link and Environment Agency websites for guidance regarding what they should do before and after flooding

Individuals, families and voluntary groups who have suffered in the flooding should visit the Environment Agency website and may be able to  apply for a grant from the Cumbria Community Foundation 

Latest news in the North West
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North West Minister welcomes end of recession (Thu Jan 28 11:37:13 GMT 2010)
Regional Minister Phil Woolas welcomed the news that the UK economy has emerged from recession.
Prevent Partnership Newsletter (Thu Jan 28 11:36:59 GMT 2010)
John healey extends government drive to tackle repossessions (Wed Jan 27 17:14:47 GMT 2010)
Housing Minister John Healey has extended the Government’s campaign to help struggling homeowners get a grip on their finances and avoid repossession. Bury and West Lancashire are two new areas in...

Phil Woolas - Regional Minister

Regional Minister for the North West

Information on the Regional Minister and Joint Economic Commission for the North West.  


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If you have flu like symptoms this is what you should do.

If you have flu-like symptoms and are concerned that you may have swine flu, visit the NHS Direct website.


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Government Office Updates

Government Office Update is a quarterly electronic bulletin that brings you up to speed with our work in each of the North West’s sub-regions and the wider region.


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GONW Places and Policy Contact Sheet

Our latest Places and Policy Contact Sheet is now available.


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Partners against Crime
The latest edition of the Crime & Disorder Reduction Partnership in the North West's Newsletter.

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North West Black and Minority Ethnic Advisory Group

The North West Black and Minority Ethnic Advisory Group has been set up to strengthen the strategic voice of the BME community and increase understanding of their needs.


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The North West Rural Affairs Forum

GONW provides the Secretariat for the North West Rural Affairs Forum. The Forum has brought together rural stakeholders to inform and monitor the regional and local delivery of policy in our rural areas.


Rentcharges Unit

GONW has national responsibility for the administration & appraisal of all applications for the redemption & apportionment of a rentcharge using the provisions of the Rentcharges Act 1977.


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