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DLA/PIP change programme timetable extended

Reassessments for people who receive disability living allowance (DLA) to move onto the new personal independence payment (PIP) will now be made later than originally planned, the Government has said.

4 Feb 2013
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Tim football

Farron backs financial fair play in the Football League

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has tabled a motion in Parliament backing the Financial Fair Play measures introduced by the Football League, aimed at ensuring clubs no longer spend beyond their means in an attempt to achieve promotion. The motion also commends innovative ticket pricing schemes and measures to boost attendances by League clubs.

4 Feb 2013
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Locally,Tim has been working on projects to bring empty homes back into use such as a property on Mintsfeet Road in Kendal

Farron welcomes New Homes Bonus for South Lakes

Local MP Tim Farron has welcomed the announcement of over £200,000 in grants to South Lakeland District Council under the Government's New Homes Bonus scheme, effectively doubling their council tax revenue on new builds and previously empty homes.

4 Feb 2013
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