Gove's broken promise could be end of British family farm
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has accused Michael Gove of "breaking a campaign promise" after he set out plans to cut subsidies for farmers unless they meet certain criteria.
21 Jul 2017
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GSK must leave 'dowry' to support future investment and protect jobs
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has called for pharmaceutical giant GSK to leave a dowry behind to make future investment in the site more attractive for a potential buyer and support local jobs.
21 Jul 2017
MP launches series of 'Town Hall' meetings
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is to launch a series of 'town hall meetings' alongside his annual summer tour this year.
20 Jul 2017
Kentmere Ward is safe if staffed properly - Farron
An inspection by the CQC into mental health wards run by the Cumbria Partnership NHS Trust has found that they require improvement.
20 Jul 2017
Farron fights for Hill Farm Allowance to protect local farmers
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has today expressed his disappointment that the DEFRA Minister Michael Gove MP refused to commit to protecting local farmers by introducing a Hill Farm Allowance. Figures show that without this support many farmers will be forced out of business.
20 Jul 2017
Farron campaign victory for direct airport trains
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed an important victory for his long-running campaign for more direct trains from Windermere to Manchester Airport, with the news that hybrid trains will start running on the Lakes Line. However, he has warned that the government must make sure this plan becomes a reality.
20 Jul 2017