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MP proposes bill to improve citizenship classes

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has joined with Green MP Caroline Lucas to propose a bill to improve citizenship classes in schools.

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MP helps secure £27 million economic package for Cumbria

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has heralded a major package of funding for our area following lobbying by himself, businesses and South Lakeland District Council (SLDC).

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New figures show more young people taking an apprenticeship - Farron

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has highlighted new figures that shows that young people in Cumbria are taking up training and apprenticeships.

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MP backs Independents' Day

On the eve of 'Independents Day', created to support small businesses, South Lakes MP Tim Farron has called on local residents to back our high streets.

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Farron meets new NFU President

South Lakes MP and Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Hill Farming, Tim Farron, met with new NFU President Meurig Raymond in Parliament on Tuesday.

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Thousands of pensioners in Cumbria could benefit from Lib Dem plan

Over 100,000 pensioners in Cumbria would be guaranteed to earn at least an extra £790 per year by the end of the next parliament under Liberal Democrat manifesto plans, Pensions Minister Steve Webb…

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MP welcomes South Lakes arts funding - but says the North is still under funded!

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that three major projects based in our area will be funded by the Arts Council to the tune of nearly £2 million.

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New bill to stop unjust evictions

Sarah Teather, MP for Brent Central, is introducing a new bill in the House of Commons to prevent evictions when tenants complain about faults or ask for repairs. South Lakes MP and President of the…

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MP declares victory as Westmorland General is saved

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has thanked the thousands of local residents who have campaigned to save Westmorland General Hospital, after it was announced today that "there are no proposals to close any…

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MP welcomes more defibrillators for South Lakeland

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has praised local councillors Colin Jones and Clare Feeney-Johnson for securing funds to install lifesaving equipment. Both councillors have secured a defibrillator each for…

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