Local MP Tim Farron yesterday spoke in a housing debate in parliament about the urgent need for a long-term plan for affordable housing, focusing on the challenges facing rural areas such as South Lakeland, in particular due to second homes. Tim called for a range of measures to alleviate this crisis.
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that Victoria Bridge in Kendal has now reopened, and has called for other bridges to be reopened as soon as possible.
If a decision is not made soon about bringing radiotherapy services to Kendal, then a half million pound donation will be lost, South Lakes MP Tim Farron has warned. Tim has urged the NHS to make a decision without delay.
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron has called for the Rural Payments Agency to make outstanding payments as a matter of urgency, as significant numbers of South Lakes farmers are still waiting to receive overdue funds.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has spoken to young entrepreneurs in Kendal, as part of a workshop held on Friday.
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron has visited St. Mark's School, Natland, to meet with pupils and discuss his role as an MP.