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
Levens community transport scheme 16th February 2012 Residents in Levens will be able to travel to Milnthorpe more easily from next week thanks to a community transport scheme devised by Cumbria County Council. Local News
Recycling centres in South Lakeland are SAFE! 13th February 2012 Thanks to the efforts of your local Conservative Councillors, the Grange and Ambelside recycling centres will remain open. Local News
Ben Berry on gritting issues 13th February 2012 Local politicians need to stop whining and come up with solutions Local News
Ben Berry at Ambleside recycling centre 7th February 2012 Statement from Cllr Ben Berry regarding February 7th Rally at Ambleside tip Local News
Cumbria Rural Enterprise Agency funding for household heating 3rd February 2012 People struggling with ancient heating systems or broken boilers have a new lifeline as the Cumbria Affordable Warmth Partnership launches Hot Spots , an extra... Local News
Liberals waste time and money again! 31st January 2012 The Liberal Democrat Authority at SLDC have introduced completely non-sensical overnight parking charges. Local News
Brief update from Cllr Bill Wearing 27th January 2012 A brief update from Conservative County Councillor, Bill Wearing. Local NewsReports
SLDC vote to raise jetty fees by up to nearly 200%! 26th January 2012 SLDC are raising Windermere's encroachment charges in some cases by nearly 200%! Local News
Lib Dems Cash Grab.......Again! 25th January 2012 The Liberal Democrat controlled South Lakeland District Council has voted to introduce overnight parking charges in all District Council car parks. 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