‘Not another one!’ – MP decries plans for second local NHS reorganisation in three years
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is urging health bosses to think carefully before committing to yet another wholesale reorganisation.
2 Mar 2020
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MP invites Government officials to visit Cumbria after ‘we don’t need farmers’ comments
Local MP Tim Farron is challenging Government officials to visit farms in Cumbria after a senior advisor claimed that the country doesn't need farmers.
2 Mar 2020
Ambleside police station re-opening must be accompanied by boost in officer numbers - MP
Commenting on today's announcement that Ambleside police station is set to reopen, local MP Tim Farron said: "This is really welcome news.
2 Mar 2020
MP welcomes news that Burneside sewage upgrade works will start in March
Local MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that work to solve problems with sewage in Burneside after heavy rain is due to start in just a few weeks.
25 Feb 2020
MP slams Conservatives for unleashing wrecking ball on Cumbria’s visitor economy
Reacting to today's announcement from the Government that people from outside of the UK will only be able to work in the Lake District hospitality industry if they earn at least £25,600 a year, local MP Tim Farron said:
19 Feb 2020
Immigration restrictions will be a hammer blow to building affordable homes – MP tells Chancellor
On the floor of the House of Commons this morning, local MP Tim Farron warned the Government that their new immigration proposals would leave a gaping hole in the construction workforce needed to build affordable homes in the South Lakes.
11 Feb 2020