MP’s day out with the police leads to call for more front-line officers
South Lakes MP Tim Farron joined local police officers for an 11-and-a-half-hour shift on Friday to get a taste of the day-to-day challenges they face.
16 Jan 2019
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MP pushes National Park Authority to keep the Lake District open for all after gates enforced on popular bridleway
Local MP Tim Farron has written to the Chief Executive of the Lake District National Park Authority urging him to rethink plans to restrict access to Gatescarth Pass near Haweswater.
11 Jan 2019
MP praises South Lakes schools after “impressive” exam results
Local MP Tim Farron has praised the hard work of local pupils, parents and teachers after news of very positive SATs results for schools in the South Lakes.
11 Jan 2019
MP meets with Chancellor to lobby for tax break for the high street
Local MP Tim Farron met with the Chancellor yesterday to make the case for a much-needed tax break for businesses on Cumbria's high streets.
9 Jan 2019
Minister praises MP for “excellent” work on radiotherapy campaign
Local MP Tim Farron's campaign for better access to radiotherapy treatment for cancer patients has been praised by a Government minister in Parliament.
8 Jan 2019
Kendal Town Council announce bumper investment into local parks and community centres
Last night, Liberal Democrats on Kendal Town Council voted through plans to increase investment into parks and community centres across the town.
8 Jan 2019