MP opens local hydro-power plant
Cumbria's first wholly community-owned hydro-electric power plant was officially opened yesterday by South Lakes MP Tim Farron.
5 Jan 2017
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Farron hails South Lakeland's green revolution
Local MP Tim Farron has hailed South Lakeland's greenest year ever, as recycling rates continue to rise. He praised the District Council for their work rolling out kerbside recycling across the area.
5 Jan 2017
Lake District funding cut 'threat to tourism' - Farron
A 25% fall in funding for the Lake District National Park is a threat to Cumbria's tourist economy, according to local MP Tim Farron.
3 Jan 2017
Farron: Minister's speech ignores real issues facing farmers
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has accused the government of completely overlooking the biggest issues facing farmers, following a speech today by the DEFRA Minister on the future of the UK farming industry.
4 Jan 2017
MP encourages parents to attend maternity services meeting
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is encouraging parents to have their views heard on local maternity services at a meeting next week.
4 Jan 2017
Commons farmers must not be left behind - Farron
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that 91% of the 2016 farm support payments have now been paid, but has warned that common land farmers must not be left until last to receive their money.
4 Jan 2017