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Unemployment falls to 'record low' - Farron
Tim Farron has welcomed the news that unemployment in South Lakeland has fallen to a 'record low' according to figures released today by the Office for National Statistics.
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Farron welcomes Lib Dem manifesto
Tim Farron has welcomed the Liberal Democrats manifesto, published today, particularly the commitment to give every child in Cumbria a world-class education.
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Farron: Giving power back - saving consumers hundreds of pounds
Tim Farron and the Liberal Democrats have launched a package of measures to shift the balance of power back in favour of consumers and commuters to ease the cost of living and save families hundreds…
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Farron urges people to come forward and volunteer for Torchlight
The team behind Torchlight need 160 people to volunteer during the day and evening of Friday 11th September 2015 to help run this fantastic community and family event. Tim has urged local people to…
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Farron welcomes manifesto commitment for Digital bill of Rights
Tim and the Liberal Democrats have launched a public consultation on the planned Bill, which the party would introduce if they were to form a new coalition government after the election. Tim said the…
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Farron praises Kendal school who have won national cycling challenge
Tim Farron has praised a Kendal school has taken first prize in a national challenge, in which schools compete to cycle or scoot the most journeys to school.
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National park must follow Blencathra sale and keep Stickle Tarn in community hands - Farron
Following on from the news that Blencathra has been sold 'in principle' to a public action group, Tim Farron has called on the Lake District National Park (LDNPA) to do the same with iconic beauty…
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Thousands secured for local arts and community projects - Farron
Tim Farron and Chris Hogg - Culture, Arts and Events Portfolio Holder at South Lakeland District Council - have announced a series of grants for local arts and community projects worth £170,400.
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Farron - South Cumbria leads the way in company formations
Tim Farron has welcomed the news that South Lakeland leads in Cumbria for new company formations.
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Farron 'confident' that a buyer can be found for Westmorland shopping centre
A buyer is being sought for the Westmorland Shopping Centre in Kendal after its owner fell into administration. Tim Farron has offered to help in any way he can and has stressed that the shopping…