Following the announcement of the homelessness reduction scheme in Scarborough earlier in the week, local councillors are pressing for work to start as soon as possible.
Councillor Simon Myers outlined the current situation.
He says he wants things done as speedily as possible:
Councillor Heather Phillips agrees and says the scheme is morally-justified:
Councillor Phillips added it was something she felt particularly affected by:
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North Yorkshire Council has appointed specialist leisure property consultants to market Scarborough's Alpamare waterpark and adjacent development plots as they seek a permanent custodian for the North Bay attraction.
A new photography exhibition in Scarborough by Paul Wilson is taking visitors on a nostalgic journey through the vibrant history and gradual decline of the beloved Mr. Marvel's Amusement Park.
Plans to transform a derelict kitchen showroom on Scarborough's Seamer Road into a 24-hour PureGym and a Greggs bakery have been approved by North Yorkshire Council.
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