Local community members form "Whitehaven Action Group"

I was interested to read in the "Whitehaven News" about a number of West Cumbrian residents who have formed a "Whitehaven Action Group" page on facebook to try to bring people together to invigorate the town.

One of the founders, Lynn Craig, told the Whitehaven News that

 “This town has so much potential and stand alone businesses, and we want people to realise just how good it can be to shop at these venues.

“Whitehaven has a greengrocers, a butchers and a hardware store and so much more, everything you need you can get from your local traders and even if it is just five pounds, it’s better to put the money back into our shops than some online company.”

The group say they have received considerable support from the social media site with people offering their trade services for the good of the community or coming up with initiatives to improve the area.

Lynn added: “People have a lot of love to give for this town but there wasn’t an outlet for them to help out and make the change so WAG is giving the community its spirit back.

“One day a month of town centre shopping would increase footfall and profit, both traders and customers will benefit from the day.

“We are only starting out at the minute and I am astounded by the support from people, great things come from small beginnings.”

Another WAG project is the greenfingered team who will be tidying up Whitehaven cemetery in Mirehouse with volunteers on October 13. The local shop day is planned for November 2.

Anyone wishing to get involved should search for Whitehaven Action Group on Facebook.

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