Council silent over shameful day centre decisions
Liberal Democrat councillors have raised serious concerns about the decision making process which led to a critical day centre being promoted as a potential developer site.
28 Jun 2017
National News
Tim's schools survey reveals loss of local teachers
Local MP Tim Farron has vowed to continue to fight against the government's plans for massive school cuts, as his survey of local teachers reveals a worrying picture including the loss of local teachers.
28 Jun 2017
Farron welcomes Arts funding boost
Local MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news today that the Arts Council will be increasing its funding for Cumbria, saying it is a "well-deserved recognition of the hard work that has gone into making this area England's leading rural cultural destination."
28 Jun 2017
Government has scrapped grammar school plans, now it must scrap school cuts - Farron
Following the news that the government has scrapped its plans to bring back grammar schools, local MP Tim Farron has called on the government to go further and scrap its planned school cuts.
28 Jun 2017
John Marriott: It really is time to tackle the housing crisis
Having a secure roof over your head, along things such as having good health and a means of earning your living, has got to be one of the essentials we should all hope to enjoy. It was certainly something that my family was hoping for at the end of World War Two, which left us living with relatives in the kind of austere world that makes today's look like a walk in the park.
JM
27 Jun 2017
Mayor Dave: Government’s Grubby £1 billion DUP Bung Beggars Belief as Punishing Cuts for Bedford Borough Continue
Mayor Dave Hodgson has contrasted the £1 billion in extra spending for Northern Ireland the Conservatives have announced to buy the support of the DUP with the ongoing cuts and closures the government is imposing on Bedford Borough and elsewhere.
27 Jun 2017