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MP calls for flood defence funding for local schemes
South Lakes MP Tim Farron used Topical Questions in Parliament today to ask for the Government to prioritise local flood relief schemes after the recent bad weather.
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MP calls on government to look again on six day livestock movement rules
South Lakes MP Tim Farron questioned Farming Ministers in the House of Commons this morning about the six day movement rule of livestock and asked the government if they will finally remove it.
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Plans to bring the cheque into the 21st century would be a boost for rural areas says Tim
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has hailed plans to make cheque depositing easier and quicker, saying that they would help small businesses and people living in rural areas who find it difficult to get to…
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MP thanks police for their dedication over Christmas
Local MP Tim Farron has today expressed his thanks to local police officers for their part in the high visibility foot patrols in Kendal over the busy Christmas and New Year period.
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MP calls on government to open negotiations on 'Massive economic package for Cumbria'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today written to the Government asking for them to start negotiations with Cumbria County Council for a 'County Deal'.
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MP visits arts centre under construction on old Goodacre site
The project will make use of the post-industrial factory space, formerly the Goodacres carpet factory, five minutes' walk from the centre of Kendal. The premises is currently being restored by…
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Farron calls on businesses to back forces discount scheme
Armed forces personnel, both past and present, across the UK are being offered support by a service that helps to give members of the forces community discounts in high street stores. South Lakes MP…
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MP welcomes £8 million for extra school places in Cumbria
Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has expressed his delight at the news that the county will receive over £8 million for more school places.
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MP congratulates pupils, parents and teachers as national league name Cartmel School amongst best in the UK
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has congratulated pupils, parents and teachers as national league tables found Cartmel C of E primary be the sixth best in the country.
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MP welcomes massive uplift in pupil premium funding
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the government announcement of a further increase in pupil premium funding.
