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February in Review

Coming into a busy February, Julian warmly welcomed the news that the Government have increased North Yorkshire Council’s budget by nearly £45 million for 2024-25 as part of the £64.7 billion Local Government Finance Settlement.

Julian gets hands on at Whittaker’s Gin

Julian enjoyed getting hands on today at Whittaker’s Gin in Nidderdale.

Toby and Jane Whittaker, who have run the family business since 2015, gave Julian a tour of the distillery, shop and bar at Harewell House Farm.

Prime Minister vows to back British farmers

Today, at the NFU Conference, the Prime Minister announced the Government’s plan to back British farmers, which has seen over £34 million invested in farming in Skipton and Ripon since April 2023.