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
Public encouraged to come along to Highways England A590 event 24th June 2019 Councillors who earlier this year took their case for improvements to the A590 to a meeting in London are now encouraging residents and road users to have their... Local News
South Lakeland tree planting promise won’t be met until 2041 19th June 2019 The number of new trees planted by South Lakeland District Council dramatically declined last year compared to the previous year. Figures released by the local... Local News
County Matters - July 2019 17th June 2019 At a recent meeting of the Grange and Cartmel Wellbeing Group it was decided to put together a Local Wellbeing Directory with all the local groups and... Opinions
Fewer low-cost homes to rent created in South Lakes despite extra funding 13th June 2019 Fewer affordable homes to rent in South Lakeland were created last year compared to the previous year despite almost a £1 million in extra funding being made... Local News
Reduced horse fair problems praised but event must pay its own way in future 11th June 2019 Councillor James Airey has praised improvements made by Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner to the policing of this year’s Appleby Horse Fair after the 2018... Local News
Conservatives announce new leadership team on South Lakes Council 4th June 2019 The Conservatives have announced their new leadership team to shadow Cabinet portfolios on South Lakeland District Council. Councillor Tom Harvey, the... Local News
Council needs to show more leadership over special educational needs failings 22nd May 2019 Councillor James Airey, Cumbria County Council’s Conservative group leader, commenting on the results of the Joint local area special educational needs... Local News
Councillor leads campaign for Windermere Ferry fares hike to be ditched 21st May 2019 Councillors and campaigners from around Lake Windermere are calling for Cumbria County chiefs to reverse the recent fares hikes that have seen prices double for... Local News
South Lakeland planning backlog criticised 15th May 2019 Conservative councillors have criticised South Lakeland District Council over its planning delays. The Lib Dem-led authority has come under attack after latest... 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