New report shows the need for super-fast broadband
Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has today said that the County Council has 'one chance' to build a broadband network that will deliver for people in Cumbria.
31 May 2012
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1100 extra two-year olds in Cumbria to get free early-years education
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has joined with Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg to welcome news that 1100 two-year-old children from disadvantaged backgrounds in Cumbria will now receive free early years education from next year.
30 May 2012
Farron welcomes news of flexibility around CAP reform 'greening' measures
Following the meeting of EU Agriculture Ministers in Brussels last week to discuss the future of the Common Agricultural Policy, Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has welcomed the suggestion that Pillar 2 agri-environment schemes may be recognised under the Pillar One 'greening' requirements.
29 May 2012
Farron welcomes major victory as caravan tax is slashed
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has thanked local businesses for their support following the news that his campaign against the 'caravan tax' has been successful.
29 May 2012
'Farming figures are welcome news'
Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has today backed the National Farmers Union (NFU) campaign called Farming Delivers and welcomed news that the agriculture sector has grown in the last 12 months.
25 May 2012
MP calls for urgent bus routes meeting after tender results
Local MP Tim Farron has called for an urgent meeting with the County Council, Stagecoach and the new bus providers to talk to them about local issues and make sure residents do not see a dip in service.
25 May 2012