Tim Farron MP draws on more than 20 years representing Westmorland and Lonsdale to reflect on Ullswater, its communities and the rural challenges shaping its future.
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Explore Ullswater’s opportunities and challenges through the perspective of its local MP, Tim Farron.
In this Understanding Ullswater Evening Talk, Tim Farron reflects on the character of Ullswater and the people and organisations working across the valley.
Drawing on more than 20 years as MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, he considers the varied challenges facing rural communities and the importance of enabling local people and community groups to contribute their knowledge, ideas and experience.
His work in Parliament, including as Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, gives him a broad perspective on the relationship between national decisions and everyday life in Cumbria. The talk considers how local voices can be heard and how communities can help shape Ullswater’s future.
“Fostering inspiration and supporting an enabling environment for community groups to express their views is key to meeting future needs.”