Matty Jackman Visits Grange Train Derailment Site for Forward Planning Talks Saturday, 23 March, 2024 Thankfully, there were no injuries, but the incident today has underscored the urgent need for action on the safety and infrastructure challenges linked to the River Winster. Locals and campaigners had warned about this possibility, and unfortunately, it has now become a reality. Securing the necessary licenses from the Environment Agency to address the issues with the River Winster is paramount... Articles
County Matters - December 2018 29th November 2018 As Christmas approaches I know we are thinking more about our families and loved ones who are not able to join us at this time for one reason or another. I have... Articles
‘Lessons must be learned' – councillor secures return of Windermere Ferry users' group after five-month fire fiasco 15th November 2018 A local councillor has questioned whether lessons have been learned by those responsible for the mishandling of the Windermere Ferry fire this summer, which... Local News
South Lakes Cllr welcomes new £12 million funding to tackle potholes in Cumbria 13th November 2018 South Lakes councillor Tom Harvey has welcomed £12 million to improve the condition of roads in Cumbria. The Chancellor, Philip Hammond, announced at the Budget... Local News
Call for free weekend Christmas parking in South Lakes to help boost high streets 12th November 2018 South Lakeland District Council is being urged to use an unexpected £167,000 parking windfall to provide free weekend parking during December in the run-up to... Local News
Reverse the Charge - sign the petition 7th November 2018 Our Labour and Lib Dem council is once again considering introducing a charge to park on streets in Cumbria. Sign the petition calling on our council to scrap... Media
Councillor’s survey shows support for Appleby Horse Fair charge 6th November 2018 A survey carried out by South Lakes councillor James Airey has shown support for the idea of levying a charge on Appleby Horse Fairgoers to offset the cost to... Local News
James Airey secures commitment on A590 during Transport Secretary’s visit to Cumbria 2nd November 2018 Cumbria County Council’s Conservative group leader, Cllr James Airey, has secured an important commitment from the Secretary of State for Transport on... Local News
James Airey: Council’s plans for Cumbria on-street parking charges will be resisted 1st November 2018 The leader of the Conservative group on Cumbria County Council has pledged to resist plans to introduce on-street parking charges in the county. Councillor... Local News
James Airey welcomes Autumn Budget 29th October 2018 South Lakes councillor James Airey has welcomed new measures announced in the Budget, including more money for health and social care. The Budget set out the... Local News
Celebrating International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 Find out what we're doing to support our fabulous women on International Women's Day here. National News
We’re tackling unfairness in Child Benefit 7th March 2024 Find out how the Conservatives are supporting families here. National News
Spring Budget 2024 rundown 6th March 2024 Find out how we're growing the economy, with inflation down, wages rising and National Insurance cut from 12% to 8%… National News
Let’s stick with the plan which is working 19th February 2024 Get the latest from the Chancellor on our economic progress here. National News
We are pointing in the right direction 8th January 2024 We're making progress on the country's top priorities. Find out more here. National News
The Sir David Amess Fund 14th December 2023 Find out about our tribute to our beloved colleague and friend, Sir David Amess. National News