Open Studios celebrates Kendal's vibrant creative art scene
Local MP Tim Farron visited the Factory last weekend to see for himself the fantastic art and creative products on display as part of the weekend's festive program.
9 Dec 2016
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MP Meets Kirkby Lonsdale Students In Parliament
Kirkby Lonsdale pupils met local MP Tim Farron in parliament earlier this week, as part of a trip to learn more about the political system.
9 Dec 2016
Cumbria defies national trend as knife crime drops
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has praised Cumbria Police as figures released today show that the county has defied the national trend and seen a fall in knife crime over the last year.
8 Dec 2016
Radiotherapy investment overlooks problem of travel times for South Lakes residents
A new radiotherapy machine at the Rosemere Cancer Centre in Preston is welcome, but does nothing to address the long travel times for South Lakes residents, according to local MP Tim Farron. He has accused the government of stalling over plans for a radiotherapy centre in Kendal.
8 Dec 2016
Farron presents bill to give better access to radiotherapy for cancer patients
This week South Lakes MP Tim Farron presented a Bill to Parliament which aims to cap the maximum time patients need to travel for radiotherapy treatment.
1 Dec 2016
Cumbria Day showcases best of local area
Cumbria Day, held yesterday in parliament and organised jointly by all the county's MPs, was a resounding success and saw businesses from across the county make the trip to London to showcase the best of Cumbria.
7 Dec 2016