Last night the Liberal Democrats won two by-elections in Windermere. South Lakes MP Tim Farron has paid tribute to the successful candidates Colin Jones and Dyan Jones and thanked local people for their support. The by-elections were held following the sad death of Councillor Jo Stephenson in July.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron and Neil Hughes, the Lib Dem Parliamentary Spokesperson for Penrith & the Border, have both welcomed the news that the 106 Penrith-Kendal bus has been safeguarded.
We are living in a housing crisis. House prices and rents in many places have grown beyond what ordinary people can afford. In the 1980s, the average first time buyer needed a deposit of around £3,000. Today, it's £30,000. The average age of a first time buyer is 36, and most of them need help from their parents.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has heralded the news that an average of 61 apprenticeships per month have been created in Westmorland and Lonsdale. Figures released today show that Tim's campaign to create more apprenticeships is working.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has wished local residents well on Westmorland Day. Tim thinks it's vital to celebrate the important role historic counties continue to play to many communities throughout our area.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the announcement by schools minister David Laws MP that bursaries and prestigious scholarships worth £25,000 tax free will be offered to top graduates who choose to get into teaching to help raise standards across England's schools.
