Foot and Mouth Ten years on: it must never happen again says MP
Local MP Tim Farron has put down a parliamentary motion marking the 10th anniversary of the outbreak of the disease.
14 Feb 2011
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Farron issues challenge to new Vice Chancellor over the future of Ambleside Campus
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today issued a pubic challenge to the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the University of Cumbria, Professor Peter Strike. In congratulating him on his appointment, Tim has also challenged Professor Strike to set up a review into the potential to bring back more undergraduate students to Ambleside.
14 Feb 2011
‘Great news, but we’re not out of the woods yet’ says MP as forest sell-off suspended
Reacting to the news today that Defra have suspended the sell-off of thousands of acres of the Forestry Commission estate, South Lakes MP Tim Farron said:
11 Feb 2011
Farron to meet South Lakes teaching assistants
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron will be attending a local teaching assistants support group on Monday to discuss Cumbria County Council's proposed changes to their salary and employment terms and conditions
9 Feb 2011
Farron wins Mountain Rescue VAT fight!
Cumbrian Liberal Democrat MP, Tim Farron, used Treasury questions today to call again for VAT refund for Mountain Rescue to help them provide their vital emergency services across Cumbria and the north of England.
8 Feb 2011
FARRON HOPES CUMBRIAN MPs CAN UNITE TO SAVE NATIONAL PARK FORESTS
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is stepping up the pressure in the fight against the sale of Forestry Commission land - including Grizedale and Whinlatter in Cumbria.
8 Feb 2011