MPs Urge North Yorkshire Mayor to Back A64 Dualling Campaign Thursday, 21 November, 2024 Kevin Hollinrake MP, representing Thirsk and Malton, has today expressed frustration over the apparent lack of full support from the York & North Yorkshire Mayor, David Skaith, for the campaign to dual the A64 between Hopgrove Junction and Barton-le-Willows. Despite several attempts to engage with the Mayor to avoid public disagreement, Mr. Hollinrake feels compelled to speak out on the matter due... Local News
Thirsk station selected for vital accessibility funding 24th May 2024 The Access for All (AfA) programme was launched in 2006 by the Department for Transport to address the issues faced by disabled passengers and passengers facing... Local News
Bringing a community bus back to Filey 16th May 2024 Update 16 May At the weekend I met with Mayor Jacqui Houlden-Banks, Cllr Sam Cross, Sue Cowan and Colin Galway. We had a constructive conversation where we... Local News
Government action means cleaner rivers for North Yorkshire 3rd 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... 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
