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MP Condemns Social Housing Sell-Off
South Lakeland MP Tim Farron warned of the "death of social housing", particularly in rural areas, during a parliamentary debate today.
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Lyth Valley Pumps Not Just For Farmers - Farron
The government should not consider the Lyth Valley drainage pumps simply as an agricultural measure, Tim Farron MP has insisted today in response to a letter from a Tory minister.
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Government Must Tackle Regional Education Differences
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has said the government must do more to tackle regional inequalities, following the publication of a damning think tank report which highlights continuing regional…
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Farron Calls For Tougher Laws To Tackle Criminal Driving
Tim Farron MP has backed a campaign in parliament to introduce tougher penalties for dangerous drivers aimed at reducing deaths on South Lakeland's roads.
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Farron: Whitehall Indifference Must Not Delay Cancer Unit
Tory ministers' lack of interest is letting local people down over plans for a radiotherapy unit in Kendal, according to South Lakeland MP Tim Farron.
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Clock Ticking On Flood Fund Application - Farron
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron is due to send out 40,000 petitions across his constituency, calling on local residents to join his campaign urging the government to apply for EU funds which…
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Farron Calls For Urgent Action For Kendal Bridge
Tim Farron MP has this evening called for urgent action to reopen Victoria Bridge in Kendal, following its closure due to safety concerns.
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Farron: Social Care Solution Needed To Address 'Bed Blocking' Problem
The Liberal Democrats have called in parliament for a cross-party commission to solve the crisis in NHS and social care, as local statistics show the extent of 'bed blocking' in Cumbria.
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Farron: Lib Dems Will Block Universal Credit Cuts For Lowest Earners
The Lib Dems will block Conservative attempts to cut the incomes of people on low and middle incomes, Tim Farron MP has warned today.
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Farron: Affordable Housing Must Be Protected
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron yesterday proposed an amendment to the Housing Bill designed to ensure that new developments include a range of properly affordable housing to both rent and…