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BBC News
27-07-2025
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York street cleaner who goes 'above and beyond' honoured
A street cleaner who goes "above and beyond" to keep York city centre tidy has received a national Patrick, 60, has been York BID's cleaning team supervisor for seven early every morning from his home in Pontefract, he arrives in the city centre before the crowds, and cleans anything from pavements to seating areas and recognition of his dedication to the job, Chris was named Best Ambassador at the 2025 Association of Town and City Management Awards. "I was a chef before this, obviously indoors," he said."This is a lot better for me, this is what I like to do, be outside."Chris is known on his team for having a cheerful demeanour and positive outlook, even when faced with the messy side of the job."What do we clean?" he laughed."Vomit and human muck and everything like that. The proper nasty stuff." Carl Alsop, the operations manager at York BID, praised Chris for his attitude."There's not a hotel in York that wouldn't welcome Chris with a bacon sandwich - that's how far above and beyond he goes," he said."He just will not say no. He will find a solution and he will just roll up his sleeves, put his gloves on and he will tackle anything that needs tackling."That might be something very very disgusting or it might be trying his hand at gardening or painting or whatever it might be."Chris said the commute to his job was not an issue because he "loved doing it"."The people here are good, it's a great place to work," he said."I've enjoyed it so far so I'm going to keep coming until hopefully that enjoyment goes. But it won't go yet."As well as receiving the national award at a ceremony last month, Chris is a finalist in the Great Neighbour category of BBC Radio York's Make a Difference Awards."When I get an award, it's for all these other people that do things here," he said."On rejuvenation, we've got volunteers and we sometimes have 40 people on a day painting York."It's amazing and I get an award for that, so really, it's for them." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
25-07-2025
- BBC News
New safety officers to start evening patrols in York
A new scheme to keep people enjoying nights out in York safe is launching this Night Safe Officer programme, run by the city's Business Improvement District (BID), will start on Friday and run until early January, every Friday and Saturday night from 20:00 to 02:00 officers wearing hi-vis jackets will patrol the streets during those times with the aim of tackling anti-social behaviour and keeping noise levels manager Carl Alsop said the officers will be there to support emergency services with any potential incidents that could occur in the evenings, or to provide support for people visiting bars and clubs. "We're thrilled to launch the Night Safe Officers programme as part of our ongoing commitment to a safer and more enjoyable York," he BID has already funded marshals who are on duty at taxi ranks and the riverside area to reduce street fights, public urination and noise Coles, York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, added the scheme was able to go ahead due to the commission's £14,473 said: "Everyone has the right to be safe and feel safe when visiting York and North Yorkshire, and I am delighted we've been able to support York BID in deterring crime and anti-social behaviour while making York even safer for residents, businesses and visitors."The investment will help to establish a visible, reassuring presence for people who are enjoying York's amazing nightlife, and further enhance the welcoming environment that visitors have come to expect from our city." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
12-06-2025
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Volunteers clean up bins, bollards and benches in York
Bins, bollards and benches are among more than 1,000 items cleaned up by volunteers in York as part of a project to improve the city of people took part in the initiative on Thursday, organised by York Business Improvement District (BID), which aimed to brighten up different areas of the city by repainting and maintaining street than 300 people have volunteered to help clean up 57 streets since the scheme first launched in 2024, according to the organisation."There are people who have that civic pride and from our point of view, we're keen to help the city look its best," said Carl Alsop, York BID's operations manager. "This is our second time doing it and I really enjoy it," said Nathan Benson, who took time off his job in Primark to volunteer. "The first time I did it, I was walking through town with my wife and I said to her 'see that bin? I painted that'. It is nice to walk around and see the difference." York BID runs several sessions a year in different areas of the city including Micklegate, Goodramgate and Jennings, who works at Harrowells solicitors, said: "This is our first time volunteering as a firm and I'm pretty sure we will back."The initiative was launched after a meeting that "identified tired-looking street furniture as detracting from the city's overall appearance," a spokesperson for the BID said. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
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Marshals to patrol riverside to keep crowds safe
Specially trained marshals will patrol York's riverside areas on Saturday afternoons and bank holiday weekends to keep people safe near the water. Two marshals will monitor the area around King's Staith from 12:00 BST to 20:00 BST to provide support and tackle anti-social behaviour, according to York Business Improvement District (BID). Currently in its fourth year, the project, which launches in June, plays a crucial role in creating a safe environment, according to the BID. Project manager Rachel Bean said: "The river marshals are there to support businesses in making sure that everyone is enjoying the river in a way that doesn't deter other people." She added: "The deaths that have taken place from people entering the river are very well-known in York. "Maintaining river safety is a very important issue and as beautiful as it is, the river can be dangerous." The marshals are funded by the York and North Yorkshire police, fire and crime commissioner. York Rescue Boat also works closely with the BID to promote river safety. The BID's operations manager, Carl Alsop. said: "We're pleased to bring the riverside marshal programme back to support York's brilliant riverside businesses as we head into the busy summer period." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Pub staff trained for river rescues River safety plea after man pulled from water
BBC News
22-05-2025
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Marshals to patrol York riverside on weekends
Specially trained marshals will patrol York's riverside areas on Saturday afternoons and bank holiday weekends to keep people safe near the marshals will monitor the area around King's Staith from 12:00 BST to 20:00 BST to provide support and tackle anti-social behaviour, according to York Business Improvement District (BID).Currently in its fourth year, the project, which launches in June, plays a crucial role in creating a safe environment, according to the manager Rachel Bean said: "The river marshals are there to support businesses in making sure that everyone is enjoying the river in a way that doesn't deter other people." She added: "The deaths that have taken place from people entering the river are very well-known in York."Maintaining river safety is a very important issue and as beautiful as it is, the river can be dangerous."The marshals are funded by the York and North Yorkshire police, fire and crime Rescue Boat also works closely with the BID to promote river BID's operations manager, Carl Alsop. said: "We're pleased to bring the riverside marshal programme back to support York's brilliant riverside businesses as we head into the busy summer period." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
