County Matters

2017 was a year of contrasting elements especially weather wise. The extremes of our weather system are becoming even more profound with an abundance of wet weather. We have had many instances of road and property flooding across our County and also in the Grange area.

James Airey has been selected as the Conservative candidate for Westmorland and Lonsdale in the forthcoming General Election.

Residents in South Lakeland will benefit from a major community-led housing scheme announced by the Government today (23 December 2016).

Conservative Councillors have welcomed news that South Lakeland District Council are responding to their calls to work closely with Cumbria County Council to help keep homeowners and businesses safe from flooding.

Councillors and campaigners working to reduce deaths on the A590 have welcomed new Government plans to get tough on dangerous drivers, who face increased penalties.

Cumbria County Council are purchasing another two Windermere ferry ticket machines at a cost of £10,000. The two new machines are in addition to the existing machines that are causing delays and angst among users.