South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today welcomed research from company formation specialists, Deport, which shows that there was nearly 12% increase in new business start-ups during 2013.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed changes to the government's Green Deal cashback scheme which have been announced recently. The changes will help more households drive down fuel bills and reduce carbon emissions by carrying out energy efficiency improvements.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has tabled a parliamentary motion supporting The Guardian's campaign calling for an end to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has called on the government and the county council to do more to help the pub and brewing trade after new figures showed the critical role they play in our local economy.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed news that primary schools in Cumbria are to get over £2 million of sports funding this academic year. Furthermore, because the government has secured the funding until 2020 this will give our schools a potential £12 million windfall over the next few years.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is encouraging local residents to support Fairtrade Fortnight 2014. This year's event will run from 24 February until 9 March.
