MP expresses concern over controversial move to switch to digital landlines
In Parliament last week, local MP Tim Farron questioned ministers over ongoing plans which are seeing Cumbria’s phone landlines switched off.
4 Mar 2024
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MP challenges Net Zero Minister on Government plans for Cumbrian farmers to produce less food
On the floor of the House of Commons this week, local MP Tim Farron challenged the Government on the effect of their new agricultural policies on carbon emissions.
28 Feb 2024
MP hails ‘massively reassuring’ news that long term future of Grange ambulance service has been secured
Local MP Tim Farron has warmly welcomed the news that the future of Grange ambulance has been secured, following a long campaign.
27 Feb 2024
‘Dragged kicking and screaming’ - MP welcomes Government u-turn on finally allocating bathing water status for Coniston
Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has warmly welcomed today’s announcement that Coniston has been granted bathing water status by the Government.
26 Feb 2024
‘Time for change’ - Adrian Waite selected as Lib Dem candidate to be Cumbria’s next Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
The Liberal Democrats have selected Adrian Waite to be the party’s candidate for Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) at the elections on Thursday 2nd May.
26 Feb 2024
Lib Dem council takes action on empty homes in budget
Today, Liberal Democrat-run Westmorland and Furness Council have approved plans designed at reducing the number of empty homes in our area as part of their budget.
22 Feb 2024