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
Support secured for independent investigation into loss of Windermere Ferry service 26th September 2018 A leading South Lakes councillor has secured cross-party support for an independent investigation into the events surrounding the loss of the Windermere Ferry... Local News
Plans to site new bone density scanner at Kendal hospital welcomed 24th September 2018 Plans put forward by local health bosses for a new bone density scanner to be sited at Kendal’s Westmorland General Hospital have been welcomed by a South Lakes... Local News
Housing boost 24th September 2018 News of a £2 billion boost to help build homes across the country is great news for Cumbria. The plans, announced by the Prime Minister, will enable Housing... Opinions
Brexit negociations 24th September 2018 We are in the final straight of the Brexit negotiations. So now is the time for cool heads. If you want to know more about the Brexit negotiations – then read... Articles
County Matters October 2018 23rd September 2018 The Grange and Cartmel Wellbeing Group undertook a survey back in August 2018 to identify future priorities of work to make the area a happier and healthier... Articles
County council urged to follow rail industry example on Lakes marketing campaign 18th September 2018 Cumbria County Council is being urged to follow the example of the rail industry by funding a marketing campaign to mark the re-start of the marooned Windermere... Local News
Council called on to allow campaign group to explore all options on Grange Lido 17th September 2018 South Lakes councillor James Airey is calling on South Lakeland District Council to provide a local campaign group with access to Grange Lido. The Save Grange... Local News
MP criticised for school transport double standards 11th September 2018 A South Lakes councillor has accused Westmorland and Lonsdale’s MP of double standards over school transport funding. Commenting on today's call by the MP for... Local News
Council emails reveal political pressure for South Lakes cinema redevelopment 11th September 2018 Internal emails revealing how the leaders of South Lakeland District Council blocked appeals by local authority officers and the National Park Authority to... 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