I am Cumbria, your beloved county. I am writing to you today to express my deep concern over the local government reorganisation that is set to split me in two.

Dear fellow residents,

I am Cumbria, your beloved county. I am writing to you today to express my deep concern over the local government reorganisation that is set to split me in two. This news came as a complete shock to me, and I am sure it has come as a shock to you as well.

I am deeply saddened that nobody asked me about this decision. After all, I am the one who has been here for years, who has witnessed the growth and development of this beautiful county. I have seen your families grow and flourish, your communities come together to celebrate, and your businesses thrive.

I have always been a proud county, with a rich heritage, a strong identity, and a unique character. I have always valued my fells and lakes, and I have always strived to serve the interests of my people to the best of my ability.

However, this reorganisation threatens to take away all that I hold dear. It threatens to divide me into two separate entities, to erode my identity, to weaken my voice, and to strip away my ability to make decisions that are in the best interests of my residents.

I urge you to join me in speaking out against this reorganisation that is to be forced on us. Let our voices be heard, let our concerns be acknowledged, and let our pride in our county be celebrated.

I may be just a county, but I am also a home to thousands of people who care deeply about their communities and their way of life. Let us stand together and fight for what we believe in, for the sake of our county and for the sake of our future.

Yours sincerely,

Cumbria.

This article was previously published on Jonathan Davies personal website.