Allonby's south beach fails water test
A beach in west Cumbria has failed to meet water standards. Businesses in Allonby are worried it will mean a drop in visitor numbers.
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Allonby beach fails water quality test
Allonby south beach in west Cumbria has failed a water quality test.
The figures released by Defra show the water quality does not meet the minimum European water quality standard.
It's thought the unusually wet summer has contributed to the problem.
Dan Bond is the Bathing Waters Manager from the Environment Agency, he said:
– Dan Bond, Environment Agency"Heavy rainfall washes animal wastes from field and causes storm sewage overflows to operate. This contributed to six of the North Wests designated bathing waters failing to meet the mandatory standards under the current Bathing Waters Directive."
The figures show that 93% of England's bathing waters met the minimum water quality standard and more than 58% met the high standard. Defra say that bathing water quality in the north west has improved significantly over the last twenty years but add this very wet year shows more needs to be done.
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Whitehaven to Allonby coastal path consultations ends
A three month consultation into whether a coastal path between Whitehaven and Allonby in west Cumbria should be created ended today.
The 36km stretch would be the first section in North West to be enhanced as part of plans for a path around the English coastline.
Landowners, farmers, businesses and residents took part. Natural England will use the feedback from the consultation to finalise proposals for the new route, which will then be submitted to the Secretary of State for approval.
West Cumbrian coast
The whole of West Cumbria's coast will soon be opened up to walkers.
It's all part of a plan to make the entire English coastline accessible to the public.
Currently only some parts are open but plans are now on show to see how the area between Allonby and Whitehaven will link up.
And the benefits could be felt by more than just walkers. Samantha Parker reports.
New coastal path for west Cumbria
by Samantha Parker
New coastal path for west Cumbria will run from Whitehaven to the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at Allonby.
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by Samantha Parker
A consultation has started into plans to improve the coastal route between Allonby and Whitehaven.
Natural England is inviting the public to view the plans and submit their opinions.
The coastal path would be the first stage of the England Coast Path which aims to run around the English coast.
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Coastal path consultation started
A consultation has started into plans to improve a stretch of coastal path between Allonby and Whitehaven in West Cumbria.
It would form part of the planned national coastal route.
Pedestrian killed named
The man who was killed in a car accident on Sunday evening has been named as 20 year old Raymond John Pattinson from Edinburgh Road, Maryport. Mr Pattinson died as a result of his injuries after he was knocked over by a car in Allonby. His family have paid tribute him saying:
“Ray was a fabulous Son, Grandson, Brother and Uncle. He enjoyed life to the full, was a keen Arsenal supporter and was devoted to his team. Ray had many friends and spent most of his spare time in Allonby where he enjoyed playing football and socialising. He was lovable, sensitive and very kind.
Ray leaves behind his Mother Romar, Father Raymond, Step Father Trevor and Grand Parents Yvonne, John and Gerald. He also leaves his Brothers and Sisters Wayne, Marcus, Dale, Hannah, Emma, Katharyn, Jaedon.
Brother in Laws Carl and Scott and Sister in Law Amy. He was also a caring Uncle to Braedon, Bailey Jay, Oliver, Warren, Lilly Mae, Maegan, Michaela, Keelie, Chloe and Carly. Ray will be sadly missed by all including his Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many friends.”
Pedestrian killed in car accident
A 20 year old man has died after being hit by a car on the Main road at Allonby in Cumbria.
The accident happened just before 8pm on Sunday evening. The pedestrian, who was from Allonby was taken to the West Cumbria hospital but later died.
The driver of the car, a Suzuki Swift, was a 20 year old man who was also from Allonby. He was interviewed by the police. The road was closed for 4 hours. Cumbria police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by a car in Cumbria
A 20 year old man has died after being hit by a car on the Main road at Allonby in Cumbria.
The accident happened just before 8pm on Sunday evening. The pedestrian, who was from Allonby was taken to the West Cumbria hospital but later died.
The driver of the car, a Suzuki Swift, was a 20 year old man who was also from Allonby. He was interviewed by the police.
The road was closed for 4 hours. Cumbria police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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