Scarborough & Whitby's MP has been questioned on her plans for the area's rural economy.
Councillor David Jeffels suggested setting up meetings with the National Farmer's Union and other local stakeholders.
Alison Hume had this response:
The Labour MP, the first female elected to the constituency revealed she empathised with local farmers:
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Emergency Services on Scene in Withernsea Following Discovery of Body
Emergency services and HM Coastguard are in the area of Holmpton Road and are in the process of attempting to recover a body that was discovered among the rocks on Withernsea beach yesterday morning (Thursday, 15 January 2026).
Government Urged to "Re-energise the Humber" With Hydrogen Investment
The Government has been urged to select the Humber as the location of the UK’s first hydrogen infrastructure network and to push forward with carbon capture and storage delivery.
Skies The Limit As Scarborough Climbing Venue Unveils MoonBoard
It's launch day for a new moonboard at a Scarborough climbing venue.
Scarborough Athletic Shot Down By Late Fylde Winner
The Seadogs suffered their first defeat of 2026 in heart-breaking fashion.
North Yorkshire Police: Offroad Operation Will Continue
Operation Trailblaze will continue into 2026, with officers carrying out targeted patrols across the area this weekend, that's the message from North Yorkshire Police.
Whitby Town Victims Of Second Half Comeback
The Blues led after dominating much of the first half.
Bizarre 15 Minutes As Brid Town Beaten Again
All four goals came in the space of 15 first-half minutes as Bridlington Town were pegged back at home again.
Scarborough & Brid Rugby Continue To Lead The Way
Both Scarborough RUFC and Bridlington RUFC are on top in their respective rugby leagues.
Police Announce Death of Scarborough Man
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Bridlington Christmas Tree Festival Raises Funds for Local Hospital Charity
The 2025 edition of the annual Christmas Tree Festival has raised £1,560 for the local hospital charity
Pickering Town Kick Off New Year In Style
Tony Hackworth's Pickering Town finally got 2026 off to a winning start.
Scarborough 400: All About The Lady Who Discovered The Spa Waters
A Scarborough councillor has given an amusing take on the lady who discovered the town's spa waters 400 years ago.
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Emergency services and HM Coastguard are in the area of Holmpton Road and are in the process of attempting to recover a body that was discovered among the rocks on Withernsea beach yesterday morning (Thursday, 15 January 2026).
The Government has been urged to select the Humber as the location of the UK’s first hydrogen infrastructure network and to push forward with carbon capture and storage delivery.
It's launch day for a new moonboard at a Scarborough climbing venue.
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