Listed places of worship across Skipton and Ripon have been awarded £134,311 since August 2022 as part of the £42 million Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme.
The Secretary of State for Energy Security & Net Zero, Claire Coutinho, has issued an update on the Government’s efforts regarding energy efficiency and low carbon heating.
Luke Mortimer, aged ten, has been announced as the Prime Minister’s 2,238th Point of Light, awarded to outstanding individual volunteers who have contributed exceptionally to their community.
The rollout of the largest ever expansion of childcare entitlements in the UK’s history has begun, following the Chancellor’s announcement of the provisions in his Spring Budget last year.
The Government has delivered on its commitment to halve inflation, which fell from 10.1 per cent in January last year to 3.9 per cent in November. However, too many vulnerable people are still feeling its effect, which is why targeted support is being delivered to those most in need.
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded £55 million to eleven new Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs), including one with North Yorkshire Council, to research and tackle health inequalities and improve health outcomes in local areas.
In the run up to Christmas and New Year, Julian has been busy in Westminster and across Skipton and Ripon. He was particularly pleased with developments regarding our local NHS and further support for farmers and landscape initiatives.
I want to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I hope you and your families are all able to enjoy a restful break over the festive period.
Thinking back to this time last year, I am aware of how far we have come.
Last week, Julian met with Colin Coleman and Chris Hirst, Chair and Trustee of the Settle Area Swimming Pool, to discuss some of the difficulties it is currently facing.
