Speaking in a debate in Parliament today South Lakes MP, Tim Farron, called on the Government to include Ovarian Cancer in its campaign to raise awareness of different forms of Cancer. Tim used the example of his Mum who died from the disease in 2004 aged 54 after receiving a late diagnosis.
S outh Lakes MP Tim Farron and Children and Families Minister Sarah Teather, have announced a cash boost for Cumbria's schools through the Pupil Premium this year - more than originally expected.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron hopes the County Council's meeting tomorrow will mark the end of plans to set up a regional fire control centre.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is encouraging MPs to support the Operation Christmas Child shoebox appeal, which sends thousands of Christmas presents each year to vulnerable young people living in extreme poverty. Tim has submitted a Parliamentary Motion to back this year's shoebox appeal and hopes that MPs from right across the country will back it.
South Lakes MP Tim Farron will launch a campaign to save local pubs at the CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) Westmorland Beer and Cider Festival this week.
Local MP Tim Farron is encouraging local residents to get involved in the campaign to secure better broadband for the South Lakes.