Barrow's potential, including ongoing regeneration efforts, was showcased to a Government minister.

Key members of Team Barrow presented their vision for the town to Alex Norris MP, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Team Barrow is a collaboration between the central government, Westmorland and Furness Council, and BAE Systems, established to transform the town into a place where people choose to live, work, and thrive.

The visit included a stop in the town centre where the minister was informed about the high street's regeneration including the indoor market's redevelopment and BAE Systems' new Portland Walk facilities.

(Image: Supplied) Mr Norris said: "It has been great to see such fantastic examples of how Team Barrow are helping create and grow a strong community.

"I’m really looking forward to working with the team as Barrow joins this government’s mission to boost economic growth and opportunities for everyone in the UK."

The minister also visited BAE Systems' shipyard, the only UK facility with the necessary infrastructure, nuclear site-licence, and resources to design and build nuclear submarines.

(Image: Supplied) Steve Timms, managing director of BAE Systems Submarines, said: "This is a truly national endeavour and, as the home of the UK's sovereign submarine design and build capability, we are incredibly proud of the role we play in supporting our Armed Forces."

Mr Norris also visited MIND in Furness and Ormsgill Community Centre, both of which provide vital community services.

Councillor Jonathan Brook, leader of Westmorland and Furness Council, said: "We were delighted to welcome the minister to Barrow and show him how we are all committed to working together to unlock Barrow's huge potential to support a growing workforce, improve outcomes for all in our communities, build homes and improve transport infrastructure.

"This transformational focus on skills, education, jobs, infrastructure and our communities will have a massive positive impact not only on Barrow but Furness and the wider Westmorland and Furness area. It was great to have the opportunity to show the minister how far we have come already and outline our shared vision of what can be achieved."