Moving towards a plastic-free South Lakes - Farron joins film director for panel discussion
Local MP Tim Farron yesterday evening took part in a discussion panel on environmental issues following the screening of the...
11 Jul 2017
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Real terms pay cut for Cumbria's teachers an 'insult' - Farron
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has said the government's decision to give a real terms pay cut to Cumbria's 4782 teachers is an...
11 Jul 2017
Farron meets local tourism leaders
South Lakes MP Tim Farron met with local tourism industry leaders at a meeting of the Lake District Hotels Association on Friday. Tim gave a short speech before taking part in a Q&A about the challenges facing the industry.
10 Jul 2017
Farron welcomes World Heritage Site status but warns Lake District must remain a viable place to live
UNESCO has today granted the Lake District World Heritage Site status. South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has welcomed the decision, saying it will boost the local tourist economy, but has warned that the area must remain a viable place for local people to live and work.
9 Jul 2017
Farron addresses Cumbrian business leaders
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron today addressed Cumbrian business leaders at the Cumbria Chamber of Commerce's annual Summer Lunch. Tim talked to around 150 local business leaders about the need for collective leadership to ensure that the county remains a fantastic place for both businesses and residents alike to be based.
7 Jul 2017
Farron praises staff at hospital's 25th anniversary celebration
Local MP Tim Farron today joined hospital staff, board members and patients to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Westmorland General Hospital. In his speech, he praised the hospital staff for their work, and added that he will remain permanently vigilant against any plans to cut services from the area.
6 Jul 2017