Government action means cleaner rivers for North Yorkshire Friday, 3 May, 2024 I’m pleased that Yorkshire Water is set to invest £797m in network improvements. They have cited they “understand concerns regarding discharges to waterways from combined sewer overflows (CSOs), which can occur during periods of heavy rainfall. Therefore, as well as significant investment underway to reduce the number of discharges from overflows, Yorkshire Water have launched a live map to... Local News
Bringing a community bus back to Filey 26th April 2024 Following a recent meeting in Filey regarding the town bus with resident Sue Cowan, Mayor Jacqui Holden-Banks and Cllr Sam Cross, I wanted to update... Local News
Gazette monthly column: The bravery of the whistleblower 3rd April 2024 Please find below my monthly piece for the Malton Gazette on the bravery of whistleblowers: "The bravest man I’ve ever known.” A description of Sergei Magnitsky... Opinions
MP will press for Kirby Misperton postal services to remain 25th March 2024 I've been informed by the Post Office that Kirby Misperton's branch is due to close next month - Monday 8th April. I completely understand this is a huge blow... Local News
Plans to cut puppy smuggling in Thirsk and Malton 15th March 2024 Dog lovers in Thirsk and Malton will soon be assured about the health and welfare of their puppies thanks to a proposed new law. Plans for a new law to prevent... Westminster News
Time to balance the benefits of smartphones 6th March 2024 Please find below my monthly piece for the Malton Gazette on the dangers of smartphones: Almost half of British teenagers feel that they’re addicted to social... Opinions
Vital mobile coverage boost welcomed by Thirsk & Malton MP 23rd February 2024 Mobile coverage in rural parts of North Yorkshire has been significantly improved after EE revealed today it has upgraded or built more than 40 masts in the... Local News
Government cracks down on bonuses for water company bosses 12th February 2024 The Environment Secretary will today tell water companies that no-one should profit from illegal behaviour and calls on water company bosses to take... Westminster News
Helmsley ATM update - cash machine back up and running 8th February 2024 Helmsley ATM update - 8th February 2024 I've been informed by Barclays that the building works for the installation of the new ATM have been completed, the cash... Local News
£5.4m government investment boost for NY charge points 6th February 2024 New grants for state-funded schools, nurseries and more to help with EV chargepoint costs New proposals to ensure chargepoints can be installed even faster Five... Local News