MP welcomes action to bring in a 'living wage' to Cumbria
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that Cumbria County Council will pay their staff the living wage. Tim said that this bold move was 'led by the Liberal Democrats'.
13 Feb 2014
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Local MP joins the fight against heart disease
The South Lakes MP met shop staff and volunteers to hear how BHF shops raise vital funds for life-saving research.
12 Feb 2014
Council adds insult to injury as it trys to take credit for A684 work
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today criticised the county council for claiming credit for work at the bottom of Black Horse Hill on the A684, when they still haven't fixed the more dangerous stretch at the Lilymere bends.
12 Feb 2014
MP asks for Westminster debate on rural GP funding
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has asked the Speaker of the House of Commons for a parliamentary debate on rural GP funding.
11 Feb 2014
Farron: VAT cut would help tourism sector
During a Westminster Hall debate this morning, South Lakes MP Tim Farron has called for a VAT cut to help the tourism sector.
11 Feb 2014
Two months to go until businesses can claim £2,000 cashback on jobs
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has pointed out to local businesses that it is now less than two months until the introduction of the Employment Allowance, which could offer £2,000 off their employer National Insurance Contributions bill.
10 Feb 2014