South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has warned the government against overlooking the problem of rural deprivation, as the latest data show that poorer students in Cumbria are less likely than elsewhere to make it to university.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that a free flood grant advice centre will open in the centre of Kendal.
Lib Dem Leader and Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has congratulated new councillor Thomas Sheriff on his impressive by-election win last night.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that the bridge in Staveley will be replaced by Easter, praising the hard work of local campaigners. However, he has warned that this date "might not come soon enough" for some local businesses and has urged the county council to continue looking at ways to bring the completion date forward.
A new report into rural crime highlights the need for increased police numbers in rural areas such as Cumbria, according to local MP Tim Farron.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron is calling on HSBC to reverse its decision to close its branch in Windermere.