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MP: "Gift Aid rule changes could make massive difference for local charities"
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has said that proposed changes to Gift Aid could make a 'massive difference' to local charities and good causes.
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New £15 million rural energy fund offers the South Lakes a chance to create green power - Farron
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is urging rural communities across Cumbria that aspire to generate their own clean green power to bid for part of a £15 million Government fund.
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Local MP to appear on Radio 4 show 'Any Questions?'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron will be one of those debating the burning issues of the day on the BBC's flagship current affairs Radio 4 programme 'Any Questions?' this Friday.
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Radiotherapy services 'Another step closer' - Farron
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has said radiotherapy services at Westmorland General in Kendal are 'a step closer' after the Government agreed to allow NHS commissioners greater flexibility. Tim has…
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MP promises to lobby ministers in meeting about trust finances
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed news that Health Ministers will meet a cross-party delegation to lobby for a fairer deal for our hospitals.
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MP backs NFU campaign to cut dog attacks against livestock
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has backed a campaign by the NFU to try and curb the amount of attacks by dogs on livestock.
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10,540 children in Cumbria are receiving free nursery care
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has said 'investment in early years education will pay big dividends for the future of our county', after figures released to Tim show that 10,450 three and four year olds…
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MP: 'Ambleside campus turf cutting marks another major milestone in our campaign'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has hailed the turf cutting at Ambleside as marking another milestone in the campaign to re-develop the campus. Tim has promised to continue to work with residents and Lakes…
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MP calls on councils to do more to tell people about dangers on the sands
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has called on local councils around Morecambe Bay to look at ways to improve signage and advice given to tourists visiting the coastline.
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We've moved a step forward to electrifying the Lakes Line! - Farron
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the government's announcement to conduct a feasibility study as a precursor to electrifying the Lakes Line.
