Securing the long-term future of Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Mind 22nd August 2018 Following my meeting with the mental health charity, Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Mind, and the local CCG, I’m delighted that they have agreed to work... Local News
Seventeen gaps on the A19 could be closed says new report 16th August 2018 I welcome a report commissioned by Highways England which has concluded that up to 17 gaps in the central reservation of the A19 in North Yorkshire could be... Local News
Protecting our ancient woodlands benefits us all 16th August 2018 It was a pleasure to have been invited to visit the Robson Spring Wood at Sproxton to see the woodland for myself in all its natural beauty. The three woods... Local News
Unemployment is at its lowest level for over four decades 14th August 2018 Figures out today show that the number of people claiming benefits in Thirsk and Malton is down 24 per cent since 2010 when the Conservatives took office... Local News
Fly fishermen meet with netsmen to find long-term future of fishing in Filey 13th August 2018 I was pleased to convene a positive meeting with Stephen Till and George Winn-Darley, trustees of the Yorkshire Esk Rivers Trust, and Filey fishermen to discuss... Local News
Congratulations to North Yorkshire’s Children’s services for winning top marks 6th August 2018 North Yorkshire has been rated Outstanding in every category under a new and challenging social care inspection framework. It is the first local authority to be... Local News
Calling on the Chancellor to commit £100 billion for northern roads and rail 2nd August 2018 I have today sent a letter to the Chancellor asking him to set aside £100billion to transform northern England’s rail and road network. The letter has been... Local News
Supporting business in North Yorkshire market towns 1st August 2018 I’m fully behind a campaign to boost businesses in market towns. Over the last few days I have met with Carolyn Frank from the Federation of Small Businesses... Local News
A good turnout for the Ryedale Show 31st July 2018 The Ryedale show was a great day out for everyone today and I was glad the weather held out after the recent downpours. It was the 152nd show and every year it... Local News