Anttoni James Numminen

A council-owned building on Filey’s promenade containing a cafe, fish and chip shop and public toilet is to be demolished after surveys found considerable structural damage, unstable walls, large cracks and a risk of collapse. The cafe has closed and the businesses have lost eight staff jobs. Councillor Sam Cross supported greater certainty about replacement plans before demolition, but the Thirsk and Malton Area Committee approved the work by two votes to one abstention. North Yorkshire Council says proposals for a replacement scheme are being examined.

Whitby town councillor Trisha Kelly says the park and ride’s double-decker buses must mount the kerb when turning at the junction of Flowergate and Brunswick Street, putting pedestrians at risk. She has asked North Yorkshire Council to review the route. The council says it was not aware of complaints but will work with Arriva to assess the issue, stressing that public safety is a priority while seeking to keep the park and ride service operating.

About 400 Alexander Dennis workers in Scarborough plan a second strike from 16 to 20 July after rejecting a 4% pay offer they argue fails to keep pace with inflation. Unite says wages have risen 15% over five years compared with a 35% rise in the Retail Price Index, while the company maintains its offer is fair amid pressure on the UK bus manufacturing sector. Both sides express willingness to continue discussions, and further strike dates may follow if no agreement is reached.

North Yorkshire Council rejected a proposal to convert a five‑bed house on Gladstone Street in Scarborough into a nine‑person HMO due to concerns about overconcentration of similar properties, unacceptable design, and failure to meet space standards. The Highway Authority objected over access and parking, and the housing regulation team raised compliance issues. Local residents also lodged objections citing noise, disturbance, and negative effects on the neighbourhood’s character.

Local artists criticised North Yorkshire Council for commissioning AI-assisted designs for a temporary Scarborough deckchair trail celebrating the town’s 400th anniversary, arguing it undermines local creatives and relies on work derived from real artists. Artist Adrian Riley described the designs as generic and harmful to the town’s cultural identity, while illustrator Hannah Grahamslaw warned of environmental impacts and job loss. The council defended the installation, stating it combines AI with human creativity and emphasised ongoing support for artists, adding it would invite local input if a permanent trail is developed.

Local artists in Scarborough criticised North Yorkshire Council for using AI-generated designs in a deckchair art trail celebrating the town’s 400th anniversary. Artists argued that AI threatens local creativity, jobs and cultural uniqueness, while the council defended the temporary installation, noting that AI was used alongside human skills and saying it would welcome local input for future projects.

A proposal has been submitted to North Yorkshire Council for a new 50‑metre building at Cansdale Farm in Hunmanby to house 20,000 chickens without increasing the total flock. The development aims to meet Better Chicken Commitment standards by reducing stocking density and improving welfare conditions through enhanced ventilation, heating, feeding, and lighting systems. The applicant states the changes will not increase emissions, odour, or vehicle movements. The council has yet to set a decision date and the scheme remains open for public representations.

A North Yorkshire caravan park affected by the Langdale Moor wildfire has received financial support from North Yorkshire Council, which described the funding as a response to exceptional circumstances. The Grouse Hill Caravan Park owners highlighted ongoing environmental and psychological impacts nearly a year after the fire. While grants of up to £2,500 and potential hardship payments of up to £12,000 are available, the government has declined to offer compensation despite cross‑party calls for assistance. The council cautioned that it cannot repeatedly provide such aid due to budget pressures and urged the government to review how it supports communities facing natural disasters.

Eighteen staff at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust were found to have wrongfully accessed patient records since 2021, with eight cases referred to the Information Commissioner's Office. The trust stated that confidentiality breaches are fully investigated but could not confirm any dismissals because investigations vary and some staff leave before cases conclude. The ICO warned of a growing trend of inappropriate access following high‑profile incidents at other NHS trusts. The trust emphasised strict monitoring, mandatory training, and disciplinary measures for confirmed breaches.

North Yorkshire Council approved two padel courts at Cayton Playing Fields after addressing concerns that noise and lighting might disturb visitors at a nearby cemetery. A planning condition prohibits use of the courts during burials and within an hour of them. The project, supported by local sports groups for its community and revenue benefits, includes controlled LED lighting, CCTV monitoring and managed maintenance. One resident objected over noise and light, but the development complies with Lawn Tennis Association design and lighting guidance.