Scarborough News

Here is the latest Scarborough News from This is the Coast

• Yorkshire Coast Hospitality at "Breaking Point" Claims MP Opposed to New Tourism Tax

  Kevin Hollinrake, the MP for Filey, has issued a stark warning regarding the future of the Yorkshire Coast’s hospitality industry, expressing his total opposition to a proposed new tourism tax.

• Scarborough Could Face £53k Christmas Lights Bill

  Scarborough Town Council is facing a bill of more than £53,000 for the future provision of Christmas lights.

• Yorkshire Coast Passport Scheme Extended

  More walkers taking on a famous route which passes through North Yorkshire will be able to record their progress after funding was provided for hundreds of Coast to Coast Walk passports.

• Yorkshire Coast Rail Project Celebrates Seven-Strong Shortlist for National Awards

  The Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership is celebrating after receiving seven nominations for the 2026 Community Rail Awards.

• North Yorkshire Council Urged to Delay Burniston Fracking Decision Amid Planning Policy Shift

  Friends of the Earth has written to North Yorkshire Council urging it to delay its decision regarding a controversial new fracking proposal in Burniston.

• VIDEO : Fresh Plans to Transform Scarborough’s Station Area

  Fresh proposals to redevelop the area around Scarborough train station and create a more welcoming public space for residents and visitors have been submitted.

• Police Appeal Following Linked Altercations in Scarborough

  North Yorkshire Police have issued an urgent appeal for information regarding two linked incidents that occurred on Saturday, 6 December 2025, in Scarborough town centre.

• Large Solar Power Plan for Scarborough Hospital

  More than 1,000 solar panels could be installed on buildings at Scarborough Hospital as part of a net-zero strategy.

• Council Rejects Plea to Prioritise Eastfield Park Project

  Residents and community leaders in Eastfield, Scarborough, are standing at a critical crossroads following a council decision regarding a £3.2 million regeneration fund.

• Yorkshire Coast MP Raises Chinese Bus Import Threat in Westminster

  The future of hundreds of manufacturing jobs in Scarborough was placed firmly on the agenda in the House of Commons, as concerns over increasing competition from Chinese electric bus manufacturers were highlighted during parliamentary questioning.

• Care Home Planned For Former Scarborough Rugby Site

  A large 75-bed care home could be constructed in Scarborough if plans are approved by North Yorkshire Council.

• Stunning Scarborough's Second Half Masterclass

  Scarborough Athletic returned to winning ways in style on Saturday and moved back into the National North play-off spots.

• Councillors in Scarborough & Whitby Question MP On Winter Threat

  Councillors have been quizzing Scarborough and Whitby's MP around the budget and how it affects local businesses.

• Scarborough Town Council To Suggest Re-Think On Camper Vans Ban

  A request to reassess the ban on overnight parking of motorhomes and campervans in Scarborough has been agreed by the town council.

• Scarborough Rugby End 2025 On Top

  Boro edged home in a high-scoring clash at Silver Royd on Saturday.

• Victoria Road Building Latest In Scarborough To Become Housing?

  A commercial building near Scarborough town centre could be converted into two-bed residential accommodation.