Stephen Worrall from Charlesworth, currently working towards a PhD in Nanoscience, has been selected by High Peak Liberal Democrats to fight this year's parliamentary election in May.
Following news of Tesco's challenging financial situation it has been revealed that they have stopped the proposed development in Royal Wotton Bassett but still intend to develop a new store in Calne, although no dates have yet been given indicating when this will happen.
The government has today announced that £12,030.94 will be given to South Lakeland District Council to boost the number of people registering to vote. The funding has been welcomed by South Lakes MP Tim Farron who has used the announcement to urge people to register to vote.
Liberal Democrat Foreign and Commonwealth Spokesperson Tim Farron MP has today commented on the Presidential election results in Sri Lanka and the election of Maithripala Sirisena.
Local MP Tim Farron is calling on small shops in Westmorland & Lonsdale to enter the 'Best Small Shops Competition' for a chance to be recognised in an awards ceremony at the Houses of Parliament.
Cllr Greg Stone moved the following amendment during a debate at Newcastle City Council :