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.
Local MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that South Lakeland will benefit from over £2million of funds to help tackle the problems caused by high levels of second home ownership.
A report released today shows that UK commuters pay up to 6 times more on rail fares than their European counterparts. Local MP Tim Farron has criticised train companies for the latest price increases, following the news that Virgin and Northern Rail have increased fares by 2.4% and 2.2% respectively.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has urged residents to take care online, as he reveals that over the last two years, the first crimes linked to dating apps have taken place in Cumbria.
As money gets tight approaching Christmas, local MP Tim Farron has thanked the District Council for choosing to continue a scheme which will give a boost to those facing the greatest hardship.
Local MP Tim Farron has congratulated the council following a fall in the number of people on the social housing waiting list, saying it shows the benefits of the district council's plan to build 1000 affordable homes to rent by 2025.