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New forum is shaping plans
Delegates had the chance to share their thoughts and ideas yesterday at the first York and North Yorkshire Good Work, Health and Skills Forum. Continue…
Free support helps employers build healthy and thriving workplaces
Free support is on offer to employers to help them create inclusive job opportunities. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched a £1.1 million…
Strategy for a Sustainable Future approved
Our new Strategy for a Sustainable Future sets out how the region could achieve energy resilience, as well as improving the region’s environment, and move…
Combined Authority takes first step toward better bus services
The Combined Authority has been awarded £564,000 to deliver one of the country’s first pilot programmes exploring how bus franchising could help rural and coastal…
Open Letter to York and North Yorkshire’s Tourism & Hospitality Sector
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, speaking at the launch of the Policy Lab at York St John University.Yesterday, as part of the…
Mayor Welcomes Visitor Levy Boost In Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has backed York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith’s calls for the right to raise a levy which could raise more than…
York and North Yorkshire are leading the way in men’s mental fitness
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is leading the conversation for men’s mental fitness with his behaviour change campaign and £715,000 pot of…
New £10,000 Grants As Businesses Set Out On Export Missions
Photo : Shows Mayor David Skaith with Kirsty’s founder Kirsty Henshaw Businesses setting out on trade missions to Germany, Dubai Hong Kong and New York have urged others to tap into the Get Exporting fund. …
New Policy Lab launched to help York and North Yorkshire thrive
Helping communities to thrive is at the heart of David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire’s vision for the region, making it a place…
Region’s first Active Travel Commissioner to shape safer streets and better journeys
The new Active Travel Commissioner for York and North Yorkshire will accelerate improvements to make the region a place where people feel safer and more…
Mayor Brings Power To Unlock Growth For Developers
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has brought the region’s power company to the table to unlock developments and create jobs. Continue Reading Mayor Brings Power To Unlock Growth…
Have your say on funding for police and fire and rescue services
Residents in York and North Yorkshire are being asked to share their views on next year’s council tax contributions – known as precepts – for…
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New forum is shaping plans
Delegates had the chance to share their thoughts and ideas yesterday at the first York and North Yorkshire Good Work, Health and Skills Forum. Insights gathered from the forum will feed into the...
Free support helps employers build healthy and thriving workplaces
Free support is on offer to employers to help them create inclusive job opportunities. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched a £1.1 million Employer Support Programme, offering a...
Strategy for a Sustainable Future approved
Our new Strategy for a Sustainable Future sets out how the region could achieve energy resilience, as well as improving the region’s environment, and move to a circular economy - a principal based...
Combined Authority takes first step toward better bus services
The Combined Authority has been awarded £564,000 to deliver one of the country’s first pilot programmes exploring how bus franchising could help rural and coastal communities. Bus franchising gives...
Open Letter to York and North Yorkshire’s Tourism & Hospitality Sector
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, speaking at the launch of the Policy Lab at York St John University.Yesterday, as part of the Budget, the Chancellor announced a new power for...
Mayor Welcomes Visitor Levy Boost In Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has backed York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith’s calls for the right to raise a levy which could raise more than £50 million a year. He also welcomed other budget...
York and North Yorkshire are leading the way in men’s mental fitness
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is leading the conversation for men’s mental fitness with his behaviour change campaign and £715,000 pot of funding. This comes as the next stage of...
New £10,000 Grants As Businesses Set Out On Export Missions
Photo : Shows Mayor David Skaith with Kirsty’s founder Kirsty Henshaw Businesses setting out on trade missions to Germany, Dubai Hong Kong and New York have urged others to tap into the Get...
New Policy Lab launched to help York and North Yorkshire thrive
Helping communities to thrive is at the heart of David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire’s vision for the region, making it a place of aspiration and ambition for all. To make this happen,...
Region’s first Active Travel Commissioner to shape safer streets and better journeys
The new Active Travel Commissioner for York and North Yorkshire will accelerate improvements to make the region a place where people feel safer and more confident to walk, wheel and cycle. Rhiannon...
Mayor Brings Power To Unlock Growth For Developers
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has brought the region’s power company to the table to unlock developments and create jobs. The York and North Yorkshire Development Forum has been held every...
Have your say on funding for police and fire and rescue services
Residents in York and North Yorkshire are being asked to share their views on next year’s council tax contributions – known as precepts – for police and fire services. Early next year, David Skaith,...
Heritage-Led Revival Brings Masham High Street Back to Life
Masham High Street is experiencing a remarkable transformation thanks to Peculier™ Masham, supported by the Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund, overseen by Mayor David Skaith. The initiative...
Hundreds of courses available for adults
Hundreds of courses are being made available for adults across York and North Yorkshire. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has commissioned 22 training providers to deliver learning as...
New Northern Cluster Aiming To Shape UK’s Bio-Industrial Future
York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority, Tees Valley Combined Authority, the University of York and Teesside University have announced a partnership which aims to create around 5,000 skilled...
“Your Fire Service, Your Say” – Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, to host online public meeting driven by interest from the public.
On Thursday 20 November, Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime will host her online public meeting where North Yorkshire’s Chief Fire Officer will be held to account on behalf of the...
New website connects businesses with schools and colleges
Employers across York and North Yorkshire are encouraged to register for a free and easy-to-use online platform that connects them directly with local schools and colleges. The York and North...
Further funding and new services for employment programme
A £10 million programme to help people back into employment has been extended in York and North Yorkshire. The region’s Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer had initially been...
More affordable homes on way for York and North Yorkshire
More than £7million in Government money has been allocated to York and North Yorkshire to help fund the construction of nearly 300 homes on previously used land. The Ministry of Housing, Communities...
Mayor David Skaith launches third funding round future-proofing York and North Yorkshire’s high streets
The third and final phase of high streets funding has launched today, calling for applications from local partnerships committed to creating lasting, sustainable impact across York and North...
Mayor Highlights Creative Industries During 15th Aesthetica Film Festival in York
Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, is welcoming industry leaders to York this week as the city celebrates the 15th anniversary of the Aesthetica Film Festival. The Mayor will take part...
Get York and North Yorkshire Working Event
Find out more about our Get York and North Yorkshire Working Event. Thursday 4 December 2025 10am – 3pm (registration from 9.30am) The Milner York (formerly The Principal York) Station Road York...
Combined Authority celebrates success of York Knights Foundation project
The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA) is celebrating the success of the York RLFC Foundation’s On The Same Team programme, which has delivered powerful messages of inclusion,...
Plans for Mayor’s Active Travel Fund approved
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for the Mayor’s Active Travel Fund which opens in the new year. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority approved the application process for the...
10-year plan to boost quality jobs across York and North Yorkshire takes shape
10-year plan to boost quality jobs across York and North Yorkshire takes shape A 10-year plan to enable York and North Yorkshire residents to thrive in high quality jobs is taking shape. The Get...
Natural Health Service for North Yorkshire Launched to Enhance Wellbeing, Active Living, and Connection
A new programme will harness the power of North Yorkshire’s natural landscapes to help people live healthier, more active, and more connected lives. The Natural Health Service for North Yorkshire is...
New online service directory for Women and Girls in York and North Yorkshire
A new online service directory has been developed by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority who have worked with a network of local multi-agency partners to create an area where services and...
York & North Yorkshire Community Fund doubled as part of Mayoral investment
£400,000 has been awarded to the regions Community Fund from the Mayor David Skaith’s Moving Forward programme which supports community projects designed to keep people healthy and thriving. The...
Swimming lessons gets Mayoral investment boost
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has invested over £28,000 to get children on the coast swimming. Mayor Skaith launched ‘Moving Forward’ on Friday (10 October). The campaign looks to...
Unity Racing Secures Third in World STEM Racing Finals
Students from Scarborough UTC’s Unity Racing team have achieved remarkable success at the STEM Racing World Finals (formerly F1 in Schools) in Singapore. The team secured third place globally and...
£1.7million committed to revitalise high streets across York and North Yorkshire
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has announced the successful projects chosen for Phase Two of the Vibrant and Sustainable High Street Fund. The first phase of the Vibrant and...
Extra Skills Bootcamps for York and North Yorkshire
New Skills Bootcamps are available for learners in York and North Yorkshire. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has added 10 more courses to the programme which offers key skills employers...
York and North Yorkshire come together for National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025
As part of the ongoing effort to tackle and deter hate-related crime across North Yorkshire and the City of York, community partners are coming together for National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025...
£7million mayoral investment made to get the region moving forward
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, is investing millions to empower communities to become healthier so that everyone can thrive in York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor’s new campaign...
“Your Police Service, Your Say” – Online Public Meeting
On Thursday 16 October, Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime will host her online public meeting where North Yorkshire’s Chief Constable will be held to account on behalf of the...
Export magic as York business nears 1 million sales milestone
A York-based business owner is set to export 1 million drinks to the US this year and wants more of the region’s businesses to follow in his footsteps. Phil Pinder from the Potions Cauldron will be...
“What is Retrofit?” and other frequently asked questions
We believe retrofit can play a huge part in lowering your energy costs, growing the economy and reducing emissions. That's why we want to hear your views on our draft Retrofit Strategy in our public...
York and North Yorkshire launches 10-year Growth Plan
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched a 10-year strategy to build on its high performing economy and establish itself as a rural trailblazer, driving growth for the UK in the...
New app will bring safer streets for region’s students, says Deputy Mayor
The York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, Jo Coles, is urging students to download a new street safety app alongside the re-release of a locally produced anti-stalking...
Deputy Mayor joins Youth Commission for their Big Conversation Conference 2025
On Wednesday 24 September, the North Yorkshire Youth Commission ran their Big Conversation Conference at The Priory Street Centre, in York. The Youth Commission enables a diverse group of young...
Community churches celebrate energy savings after switch to solar power
Pic shows: (L-R) Rev Arthur Harbottle, Rev Kim Hirst, Rev Leslie Newton, Tim O’Brien A group of community churches in York and North Yorkshire are celebrating the completion of a major project to...
Combined Authority Agrees £1M Boost To International Trade
York and North Yorkshire is set to ramp up its presence on the national and international stage after the Combined Authority approved a £1 million budget. The Combined Authority agreed the funding...
New group takes first step towards community wealth building
A new group is pushing for York and North Yorkshire to keep more of the region’s wealth in its local businesses and communities to create a fairer local economy. A Community Wealth Building Mayoral...
Mayor chairs first meeting to give greater support to visitor economy
Tourism businesses are being given even greater support through a coordinated approach to boost the multi-billion pound visitor economy across York and North Yorkshire. A board, which also involves...
Public updated on Langdale Fire
The Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime today led an Online Public Meeting to hear a public briefing on the recent Langdale Moor Fire. The session provided a clear and candid overview of the...
“Start Safe, Stay Safe” New Street Harassment app to improve street safety in York and North Yorkshire.
A new app, Start Safe, Stay Safe, has been launched to improve street safety in York and North Yorkshire. It offers a straightforward, and confidential way for members of the public to report...
New roadshows and grants to get region exporting
Photo: L-R Simon Theakston, Chairman of Theakston Brewery and David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. A new series of roadshows will set out across York and North Yorkshire next month...
What is a circular town? And why are Malton and Norton showing the rest of UK how it’s done?
It may look like a boutique store with its vintage, pre-loved clothes and upcycled furniture, but behind the Malton high street façade is an award-winning organisation trailblazing the circular...
Yorkshire Mayors renew calls for new Northern railway revolution ahead of 200th anniversary
Three Yorkshire mayors have renewed calls for the government to back a new railway revolution for the North ahead of 200th anniversary celebrations later this month. Earlier this year Lord...
Rural Crime Action Week – We’re supporting women in rural and isolated areas across our region
David Skaith’s priorities, as Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, include reducing the levels of violence against women and girls in our region and tackling crime in rural areas. This week is Rural...
“Your Fire Service, Your Say” – Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, to host online public meeting driven by interest from the public.
On Thursday 18 September, Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime will host her online public meeting with North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service. The first part of the meeting will be...
Deputy Mayor Jo Coles is committed to tackling rural crime
This year’s National Rural Crime Week of Action focusses on the experiences of victims of rural crime, who are often overlooked and ignored. The Deputy Mayor praised North Yorkshire Police for...
Urgent need for housing tackled as region’s Mayor launches Strategic Place Partnership with Homes England
Building much needed homes across the region is the aim of a new collaboration launched yesterday (02/09/25) by the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith. Mr Skaith was joined by...
Mayor Welcomes National Support for Moors Fire
North Yorkshire is set to receive national support in the fight against the Langdale Moor wildfire. Firefighters have been tackling the blaze, which is one of the most significant incidents they...
A Partnership Approach to Revitalising Richmond’s High Street
Richmond, in the heart of North Yorkshire, is a town with a strong sense of identity and a wealth of heritage. Local organisations and businesses had been working in isolation, each promoting the...
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority Raise Awareness for UK Government Emergency Alerts Test to Residents
On Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm the UK Government will send a test Emergency Alert to mobile phones across the UK in the second ever national test of the system. The test is part of plans to...
New service for vulnerable women facing homelessness in York
Last week York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor, Jo Coles, visited a new service that will help support vulnerable women in York facing homelessness. The new service by Changing Lives provides a...
York and North Yorkshire farms urged to apply for sustainability funding
Farms and businesses that have had an energy audit can now apply for funding up to £49,950 to help decarbonise their businesses. York and North Yorkshire’s Business Sustainability Programme will...
Can retrofit lower energy costs whilst heating homes?
The cost of heating homes is a struggle which too many York and North Yorkshire residents face in the cold winter months. As energy prices put a strain on household bills, it’s often the most...
Letter to Yorkshire Water Board Chair
Letter to Yorkshire Water Board Chair From: The Yorkshire Mayors and Yorkshire Leaders Board To: Ms Vanda Murray OBE, Chair of the Board, Yorkshire Water Services Ltd 8 August 2025 Dear Ms Murray,...
Retrofit project on North Yorkshire coast brings down energy bills for residents
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire visited Hungate Court in Hunmanby to see how a major retrofit project led by Beyond Housing is transforming the lives of residents. The £2.2 million project,...
Roses Rivals Unite To Support Healthy Communities
David Skaith and Andy Burnham ignited a friendly Roses rivalry in Scarborough to promote the role that Mayors are playing in supporting healthy communities. The Mayors of York and North Yorkshire,...
BLOG: Review of the state of farming finance and challenges faced
More than half of all farms in York and North Yorkshire aren’t making a sustainable profit. That finding, revealed in ‘review of the state of farming finance and challenges face’, is our starting...
New Director for Policing, Fire and Crime Directorate
Following a review and subsequent restructure of the Policing, Fire and Crime Directorate, James Farrar, Chief Executive of York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is delighted to announce that...
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