Analysis by the Local Government Association reveals that of the £250million total bill faced by local authorities following the floods, Cumbria County Council was by far the worst-hit, with a bill of £175million. South Lakes MP Tim Farron has called on the government to make up the £16million funding shortfall the council still faces.
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron has welcomed the decision by Sport England to invest over £23,000 in sports facilities in the constituency to help repair flood damage.
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron has called on Cumbria Highways to agree to put in place a temporary bridge in Killington, to help relieve pressure on local businesses.
Analysis by the Stronger In campaign shows that Cumbria benefits from millions of pounds of EU investment, which further proves the benefits of EU membership according to South Lakes MP Tim Farron.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has called on the Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust to urgently improve its mental health provision, as an inspection shows that the Trust "requires improvement".
South Lakes MP Tim Farron yesterday attended the opening of a new shop in Windermere selling local 'Made in Cumbria' products.
