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New business fund tackles biggest barrier to growth
Photo: Mayor David Skaith on a recent visit to Techbuyer in Harrogate. The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has invited businesses to apply for a new programme to help overcome one of the biggest barriers…
Deputy Mayor visits Combined Authority-funded community project in York
This month, Deputy Mayor Jo Coles paid a visit to a successful community project in York, funded in part by the York and North Yorkshire Combined…
Ambition 2035: York and North Yorkshire’s plan to boost wages and jobs
Detailed plans for the economic future of York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority were unveiled today at an event for stakeholders and investors from across…
Deputy Mayor Jo Coles update on Langdale Fire investigation
Statement following the Fylingdales Moor Wildfire Fire Investigation report announcement. Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime said: “The wildfire on the Fylingdales Moors…
Mayor launches £1 million Active Travel Fund to transform everyday journeys and support safer school runs
Applications open today (Wednesday 25 February) for a share of £1 million funding for schemes that make it safer and easier for people to walk,…
Combined Authority launches first ever Emergency Services Public Satisfaction Survey
Residents, workers and visitors across York and North Yorkshire are being invited to share their views on local police and fire services. The York and…
Employers sought for research
AMION Consulting is working with York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority to understand how employers are responding to today’s workforce challenges. Continue Reading Employers sought…
“Your Fire Service, Your Say” Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, to host online public meeting
Your Fire Service Your Say Continue Reading “Your Fire Service, Your Say” Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, to host online public meeting
Youth Commission Welcomes New Members
Youth Commission Members taking part in meeting workshop Continue Reading Youth Commission Welcomes New Members
‘We must get this right for our region’, Mayor on next steps for Visitor Levy
Photo: Mayor David Skaith talking to businesses at the Crown Hotel in Harrogate about his plans for a Visitor Levy in York and North Yorkshire Over the past month, the Mayor has met…
Natural Health Service helps communities thrive
Photo: Mayor David Skaith with organisers (back row) and participants (front row) in the project at Helmsley Walled Garden The UK’s first Protected Landscape-led Natural Health Service…
Boost for region’s community energy projects as Government announces biggest ever investment into local power
A huge government investment into locally-owned clean energy projects has been welcomed by the Mayor of York and North and Yorkshire. David Skaith said the…
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Time to champion the unique sectors driving region’s growth
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has revealed the region’s six key sectors he believes are key to driving economic growth. David Skaith acknowledged the region’s core strengths but said inward...
David Skaith warmly welcomes King’s Speech
I warmly welcome the commitment to devolution shown in the King’s Speech today and the confidence signalled for UK Mayors to act as the Government’s enablers for delivery. The commitment to growth,...
Mayor on momentous week for York and North Yorkshire
Mayor David Skaith recaps a momentous week for York and North Yorkshire... With the general election behind us it’s been really great to fully focus again on my priorities for York and North...
Chancellor gets straight to work with mayors on growth mission
Yorkshire's Mayors welcomed a “new dawn” for devolution after Tracy Brabin hosted talks with the Chancellor on the government’s growth mission in West Yorkshire today (11 July). The meeting, which...
Business leaders wanted to help shape region’s economy
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, is seeking business leaders to help shape economic growth for the region. A new Business Board is being created at York and North Yorkshire...
“Your Police Service, Your Say” – Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime, to host online public meeting
On Thursday 18 July, Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime will host her first online public meeting where North Yorkshire’s Chief Constable will be held to account on behalf of the...
New local growth plans to harness potential of York and North Yorkshire as Prime Minister hosts Mayors in Downing Street
Plans to reignite the untapped potential of York and North Yorkshire and hand leaders more power were set out at the first ever, cross party mayoral meeting held in 10 Downing Street today...
Jo Coles, New Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime will represent all communities of York and North Yorkshire
Jo Coles, York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime has vowed to represent all communities of York and North Yorkshire. Jo’s first day in office was Monday 8 July 2024 where...
The Deputy Mayor’s Office, Police and Fire services team up at Great Yorkshire Show to demonstrate how they are working together to keep our communities safe and feeling safe
Visitors to the Great Yorkshire Show are invited to meet the teams keeping you safe and feeling safe in York and North Yorkshire. The Office for Policing, Fire, Crime and Commissioning, North...
Mayor David Skaith: We have a powerful role in supporting the UK Government
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, said on the election of the new Government: As a carbon negative economy. For the UK to achieve net zero, places like York and North Yorkshire need...
Statement from James Farrar, Interim Head of Paid Services at York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, on the future of Anglo American’s Woodsmith Project
Statement from James Farrar, Interim Head of Paid Services at York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, on the future of Anglo American’s Woodsmith Project “The announcement surrounding the...
Jo Coles to be York & North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime
North Yorkshire Police Fire and Crime Panel have confirmed Jo Coles, nominated by York & North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith, to be appointed Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime. At the...
Combined Authority Chief Executive appointed
The first Chief Executive of York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has been appointed. James Farrar, currently Interim Head of Paid Service and Director of Economy at the Combined Authority,...
Combined Authority funding and Deputy Mayor decisions
A budget of £2.21 million for mayoral priorities has been approved by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. The Combined Authority has allocated Mayoral Investment Fund money towards six...
Mayor reflects on first weeks in office
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, reflects on his first few weeks in office. It’s an honour to be elected the first Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. In these opening weeks, I’m...
North Yorkshire Community Commission publishes final report with key recommendations for North Yorkshire Police
24 May 2024 The community-led project was funded and completed through the former Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner’s Community Fund which brought together marginalised groups from across York and...
North Yorkshire Youth Commission publish latest report
23 May 2024 The North Yorkshire Youth Commission has published their latest report, reflecting on their work from March 2023 to January 2024. The Youth Commission allows young people to get...
Mayor seeks strong collaboration with private sector
The new Mayor of York and North Yorkshire said it was time for the region to ‘shout about how great we are’ as he addressed delegates at UKREiiF, one of the UK’s biggest real estate investment...
Preferred appointee officially named for new role of Deputy Mayor for Police, Fire and Crime
22 May 2024Today, Wednesday 22 May, Jo Coles has been officially nominated by York and North Yorkshire’s newly elected Mayor David Skaith as his preferred appointee to the new role of York &...
Mayor meets York and North Yorkshire community groups
17 May 2024Voluntary and community groups have met with York and North Yorkshire’s new Mayor, David Skaith. Community First Yorkshire hosted a roundtable event on Thursday (16), inviting the Mayor...
Jo Coles selected as the preferred appointee for Deputy Mayor for Police, Fire and Crime
City of York Councillor Jo Coles has been selected by Mayor David Skaith as his preferred appointee for Deputy Mayor for Police, Fire and Crime. David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire,...
New Mayor’s first day in office
8 May 2024 David Skaith has started work as the first Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. With election results announced on Friday, yesterday marked the new Mayor’s first day in office. Duties...
Your new York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority mayor is David Skaith
The Labour Party candidate, David Skaith, has been elected to serve as the first ever mayor for York and North Yorkshire to champion the region and bring a host of benefits to hundreds of thousands...
Find out more about the devolution of the Adult Education Budget in York and North Yorkshire
Free webinar Friday 26 April – 10:00 to 11:30 Devolution will see the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority taking responsibility for the commissioning of the Adult Education Budget (AEB) in...
York and North Yorkshire Adult Education Budget Survey launched
To maximise the opportunities of the devolution of the Adult Education Budget (AEB), and to ensure a smooth transition to the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s delivery of the AEB from...
£380 million additional transport funding for York and North Yorkshire
28 February 2024 On Monday (26), the Government announced a £4.7 billion Local Transport Fund, from which York and North Yorkshire were allocated a £380 million settlement. Funding, allocated by a...
Launch event for Combined Authority
1 February 2024A new authority has launched today (1 February), unlocking millions of pounds of investment for York and North Yorkshire. Formation of the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority...
Is devolution the right way forward for York and North Yorkshire?
17 December 2023An 8-week consultation to gather the views of residents, businesses, and communities on the scheme for York and North Yorkshire devolution has now closed. The consultation ran from...
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Investment call for housing and net zero projects
3 January 2023A multi-million pound call for projects in York and North Yorkshire has been launched today Expressions of interest are being invited for 2 funds. The £12.7 million York and North...
Green light to fund net zero projects
29 October 2023Careers net zero projects in York and North Yorkshire have been approved for allocations from a £7 million net zero fund A total of 23 schemes will receive a share of the York and...
Helping young people access apprenticeships
9 October 2023Careers Hubs across England are rolling out action plans to get more young people taking apprenticeships The York & North Yorkshire Careers Hub – led locally by the Y&NY LEP –...
Landmark investment secured
22 June 2023Investment in the region’s landscapes, rivers, coastline and urban green spaces will unlock significant value in the economy thanks to a trailblazing fund secured by York and North...
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