Latest news from North Yorkshire County Council

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Foster carers talk about what it means to change a life

Published 11 May 2021

North Yorkshire foster carers speak openly about the joy of welcoming a young person into their homes in a new video produced by Fostering North Yorkshire.

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Scalby residents share their delight at ‘unrecognisable’ footpath

Published 10 May 2021

The once narrow, uneven footpath on Barmoor Lane has become a sight to behold following an extensive resurfacing project.

Two pioneering businesses from North Yorkshire scoop Queen’s Award for Enterprise

Published 7 May 2021

Claiming the accolade for International Trade, two companies have achieved substantial growth in overseas earning and in commercial success in what is a prestigious honour the equivalent of an MBE for business.

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Digital innovation to transform Forbidden Corner adventures

Published 7 May 2021

Cutting-edge 5G technology is being harnessed in North Yorkshire to create an exciting digital experience at one of the county’s most popular visitor attractions.

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By-election results announced

Published 7 May 2021

Two by-elections for vacant seats on North Yorkshire County Council were held yesterday (6 May).

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North Yorkshire backs get-outdoors schemes to boost mental health

Published 7 May 2021

The benefits of fresh air, nature and exercise for the mental well-being of people and communities have never been more recognised as we follow the road map out of lockdown.

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County secures almost £2m to cut carbon in schools and offices

Published 6 May 2021

Schools, care homes and other council buildings will benefit from improved energy efficiency following a successful bid for almost £2m by North Yorkshire County Council.

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Libraries go back to nature for Mental Health Awareness Week

Published 6 May 2021

North Yorkshire libraries are encouraging people to get in touch with nature to support their mental health as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from 10 to 16 May.

Cllr Stuart Martin

New chair ready to support county’s recovery from pandemic

Published 5 May 2021

The new chair of North Yorkshire County Council is keen to support businesses, organisations and charities as much as possible as they emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic during his year in office.

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Resurfacing schemes to begin on Richmondshire roads

Published 5 May 2021

An extensive programme of resurfacing is due to begin in Catterick Garrison and Constable Burton later this month.

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Engagement on the future of outdoor learning in North Yorkshire

Published 4 May 2021

An extensive engagement involving teachers, local organisations, young people and residents is taking place on how outdoor learning should look in the future in North Yorkshire.

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A simple step towards a more sustainable world

Published 4 May 2021

North Yorkshire residents are encouraged to take a simple step towards creating a more sustainable world as the county supports International Compost Awareness Week this week (from 2 May).

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Libraries host an audience with author Clara Barley

Published 4 May 2021

North Yorkshire libraries are hosting a free online event with Yorkshire-based author Clara Barley about her novel The Moss House.

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Practise your driving test at the library

Published 4 May 2021

As driving tests resume following the recent easing of coronavirus restrictions, North Yorkshire libraries launch a digital service that enables people to practise their theory skills before the big day.

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Libraries launch online support with citizenship test

Published 4 May 2021

North Yorkshire libraries are offering more support for anyone preparing for the Life in the UK test or British citizenship test.

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Food voucher scheme extended in North Yorkshire

Published 30 April 2021

A scheme to help low income families meet the cost of food for children during the school holidays has been extended, with food vouchers being provided in North Yorkshire for the May half-term break.

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Additional Covid testing set up in Selby to curtail outbreak

Published 30 April 2021

North Yorkshire’s Public Health service has set up an additional Covid-19 testing site in Selby in a bid to contain a current outbreak.

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Resurfacing of major Harrogate road is complete

Published 30 April 2021

The four-week resurfacing programme of Leeds Road between Beech Avenue and Princess Royal Way in Pannal is complete.

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Partners act swiftly to contain Selby outbreak

Published 26 April 2021

Due to a significant rise in the Covid-19 infection rate in Selby in recent days, North Yorkshire County Council is currently working with Public Health England to investigate an outbreak of Covid-19 at a local workplace in the Selby district.

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Sutton Bank advance warning system is switched on

Published 26 April 2021

A highly-anticipated traffic detection system to warn of blockages at Sutton Bank is now in operation.

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Explore community history at your local library during May

Published 26 April 2021

North Yorkshire libraries are encouraging residents to discover and enjoy their community heritage as part of Local and Community History Month in May.

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Library customers share their delight at being back in branches

Published 23 April 2021

Library customers in North Yorkshire have embraced the opportunity to return to branches to choose books for themselves following this month’s easing of coronavirus restrictions.

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Essential roads maintenance across the county gets under way

Published 20 April 2021

Annual maintenance to prolong the life of hundreds of miles of road in North Yorkshire is getting under way.

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Customers are ’appy in Harrogate town centre

Published 20 April 2021

This month, senior members at North Yorkshire County Council and Harrogate Borough Council’s cabinet will be asked to approve the appointment of AppyWay – formally AppyParking – for a further two years following a successful trial period.

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Parking arrangements to revert to normal

Published 20 April 2021

Drivers are being informed that temporary one-hour free parking arrangements put in place in September on High Street, Northallerton, and Market Place, Knaresborough, will end on Friday (23 April).

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Record Office welcomes back researchers

Published 19 April 2021

North Yorkshire County Record Office is preparing to welcome back researchers into its archive after a prolonged closure because of Covid-19 restrictions.

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North Yorkshire saves millions as LED street light programme completes

Published 19 April 2021

An ambitious carbon reduction programme to replace 50,400 streetlights across North Yorkshire with energy-saving LED lamps has been completed more quickly and at a lower cost than expected.

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Positive news for families on primary school places

Published 16 April 2021

Ninety-five per cent of families (94.91% percent) of primary age children in North Yorkshire have secured their first choice of school for their child.

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Book of condolence opened for HRH Duke of Edinburgh

Published 15 April 2021

North Yorkshire residents without access to computers who wish to pay tribute to HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, are encouraged to visit their local library where they will be helped to share their message on the Royal Website.

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Full-time Covid-19 testing site to open at Catterick

Published 13 April 2021

A Covid-19 local test site is to open at Ypres Lines, Richmond Road, Catterick Garrison as part of the Government’s UK-wide drive to increase testing.