Residents and workers in Carlisle are being called upon to contribute to a major report relating to the city.

Commissioned by Cumbria Community Foundation, the 'Carlisle: Opportunities and Challenges' report will analyse social needs, community issues, and existing efforts to combat disadvantage.

It will also point out potential opportunities for community development.

This follows three similar reports issued by the foundation since 2017, with one looking at the whole county, and another focusing on West Cumbria and Furness.

To ensure that the document portrays the real needs and priorities of Carlisle and its vicinity, a steering group has been set up made up of people from the area.

The group will be helmed by vice chair of Cumbria Community Foundation, Kevin Walsh.

Mr Walsh said: "The previous reports have proved to be key resources, both for bringing people together and securing investment to address areas of need in these communities.

“We are now turning our attentions to Carlisle, at the request of – and with the support of – local partners.

"This is a really exciting time for Carlisle, with projects such as the Southern Relief Road, the Carlisle Station Gateway project, Uncovering Roman Carlisle and the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, but we know the city also faces many issues.

“We hope this report will be a key resource and reference document for organisations and businesses in Carlisle, the wider county and beyond.”

The general public can learn more about the project in an online meeting set for July 9 at 6pm.

A forthcoming online survey will also provide residents with an opportunity to share their views.

The report is funded by Kingmoor Park, Sellafield Ltd, Riverside Housing, and former local authorities of Carlisle City Council and Cumbria County Council.

It will be used to inform and influence key decision makers such as local authorities, government, potential philanthropists, funders, healthcare providers, businesses, and third sector organisations.