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Chief executive calls time on 33-year career

Westmorland and Furness Council has announced the retirement of chief executive Sam Plum.

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By Martin Ford | 31 July 2025

Westmorland and Furness Council has announced the retirement of chief executive Sam Plum. Her 33 years in local government will come to an end in December.

Prior to joining the council six years ago, she served as chief executive at Barrow BC.

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