Commenting on today's crucial meeting of the board of governors at the University of Cumbria, South Lakes MP Tim Farron, who has led the campaign to save Ambleside Campus said: "I have mixed feelings after the outcome of the university board meeting. We've won a partial victory. Outdoor studies students will now be able to stay in Ambleside - which is good news for them and for the whole of Ambleside.
Liberal Democrats have issued a statement outlining their concerns over the Conservative Council budget as a prelude to making suggestions for alternatives.