Coalition Government delivers for South Lakes says Farron
Local MP Tim Farron has described the historic Government coalition policy agreement, published yesterday, as delivering a brighter future for the South Lakes.
21 Mar 2010
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SURVEY SHOWS THAT ALMOST HALF OF DISPOSABLE INCOME GOES ON MORTGAGE PAYMENTS IN THE SOUTH LAKES
A survey released recently by the Lloyds Banking Group shows that on average in the South Lakes 48% of families' disposable incomes goes on mortgage payments. This is some 16% higher than the national average.
19 Mar 2010
LOCAL 'HOME ON THE FARM' POLICY GOES NATIONAL
An innovative policy to create more affordable homes from disused and underused farm buildings has found a national platform as the Liberal Democrats adopt the policy for its manifesto.
19 Mar 2010
Farron welcomes exemption for South Lakeland farmers from NVZ rules
News that hundreds of farmers in South Lakeland could now be exempt from the Nitrate Vulnerable Zones restrictions have been welcomed by Liberal Democrat Farming Spokesperson Tim Farron MP after the appeal process exposed flaws in previous appeal designations.
17 Mar 2010
MP WELCOMES LUNE VALLEY WINDFARM REJECTION AS A 'WIN FOR LOCAL DEMOCRACY'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today welcomed the decision of Lancaster City Council to reject the proposed wind farm in the Lune Valley.
16 Mar 2010
MP HAILS SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY TOURNAMENT
South Lakes MP Tim Farron joined with local school teachers and pupils to formally open this year's Schools Technology Tournament in Windermere last Friday morning. After opening the event, Tim joined with a team of local teachers to take part in the competition!
16 Mar 2010