MP calls for flood defence funding for local schemes
South Lakes MP Tim Farron used Topical Questions in Parliament today to ask for the Government to prioritise local flood relief schemes after the recent bad weather.
9 Jan 2014
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MP calls on government to look again on six day livestock movement rules
South Lakes MP Tim Farron questioned Farming Ministers in the House of Commons this morning about the six day movement rule of livestock and asked the government if they will finally remove it.
9 Jan 2014
Plans to bring the cheque into the 21st century would be a boost for rural areas says Tim
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has hailed plans to make cheque depositing easier and quicker, saying that they would help small businesses and people living in rural areas who find it difficult to get to bank branches.
8 Jan 2014
MP thanks police for their dedication over Christmas
Local MP Tim Farron has today expressed his thanks to local police officers for their part in the high visibility foot patrols in Kendal over the busy Christmas and New Year period.
8 Jan 2014
MP calls on government to open negotiations on 'Massive economic package for Cumbria'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today written to the Government asking for them to start negotiations with Cumbria County Council for a 'County Deal'.
7 Jan 2014
MP visits arts centre under construction on old Goodacre site
The project will make use of the post-industrial factory space, formerly the Goodacres carpet factory, five minutes' walk from the centre of Kendal. The premises is currently being restored by Mealbank Estates. The Yarn Rooms aims to provide affordable space for local creative artists - a place where designers, artists, sculptors, photographers, film-makers and others can meet, work, participate, learn and relax.
7 Jan 2014