Proposed changes to the fire service in Scarborough will see more fire officers on duty during the day but less posts at the town's fire station overall.
The station's tactical response fire engine would be replaced by a more capable engine, but that would only be crewed during the day when the fire service says most incidents occur.
Here's Chief Fire Officer Jonathan Foster:
Mr Foster adds the changes will help the fire service meet demand at peak times:
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Seasonal dog beach bans return today for a number of beaches in North Yorkshire.
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Residents have lodged more than 30 objections against plans for Whitby’s new Maritime Hub.
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