Data released today showing a 14% increase in the number of last-minute cancelled operations compared to a year ago is further evidence of the mounting pressure on local hospitals, according to South Lakes MP Tim Farron. Tim is calling for the government to provide emergency funding to support hospitals.
A letter sent by a Conservative minister to South Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has confirmed that flood-hit communities across Cumbria will not receive a penny extra from a £15 million fund given by the EU following last winter's floods. Tim has branded the decision a "disgraceful betrayal" of local communities.
Hidden deep in a report this morning, the government has admitted that they do not support safe standing at football grounds. South Lakes MP and Blackburn Rovers fan Tim Farron has criticised the decision, calling it a "missed opportunity" and saying the government should look at the evidence and listen to fans.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has insisted that the underfunding of social care is a national problem that the government must address, as the latest data shows that the local NHS lost over 1400 days due to problems in social care causing 'bed-blocking'. This comes following allegations that Surrey County Council was given a special deal for social care funding.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has praised the dedication of local hospital staff following their most recent inspection, which saw the quality of care provided being awarded a rating of 'outstanding'.
Data showing that mental health patients had to be sent outside the county for treatment shows that investment is needed in Cumbria's mental health services, according to South Cumbrian MP Tim Farron.
