Commenting on the news that the Government have extended the eligibility date for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from 28th February to 19th March, South Lakes MP Tim Farron said: "This is really welcome news and will be a lifeline for thousands of workers across the country who were set to miss out on the Government's relief scheme.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has joined over 40 MPs in signing a cross-party letter to the Culture Secretary, Oliver Dowden, calling for a 'Happy Hour' of free phone calls for over 75s.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has secured cross-party support for his call for the Government to "end any uncertainty and mandate the closure of all non-essential construction sites".
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is pleading with holiday let owners to stop taking bookings and pleading with visitors to stay at home ahead of what is usually one of the Lake District's busiest weekends.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has joined over 60 cross-party MPs in calling for all foreign national NHS workers risking their lives during the coronavirus pandemic to be awarded indefinite leave to remain.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has joined over 40 MPs from across the political spectrum in calling for greater mental health support during the coronavirus lockdown.