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Major scheme launched to support York women in need
A new accommodation scheme is offering vital support to women in need. Aimed at supporting women experiencing homelessness and complex challenges, the service was launched in York by the charity Changing Lives and recently visited by deputy mayor for policing, fire and crime, Jo Coles. The scheme targets women facing issues such as exploitation, domestic abuse and involvement in the criminal justice system. Jo Coles, deputy mayor for policing, fire and crime, said: "We know that some women who face homelessness can remain living with perpetrators of abuse to keep a roof over their heads and that women in unstable housing are at a greater risk of offending. "Both Mayor David Skaith and I are committed to halving violence against women and girls in York and North Yorkshire and ensuring we support women locally to help to meet the Government's mission. "Ensuring vulnerable women have a safe place to live is essential and this pilot project will contribute towards that aim, supporting women facing homelessness in York to access safe and secure housing. "This pilot scheme will help us to better understand the level of need for this type of accommodation here in York and North Yorkshire and shape what we do in the future. "I look forward to hearing how the project progresses." The scheme, called York Women's Accommodation, has been jointly funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and HM Prison & Probation Service, with each contributing £25,000 to support a 12-month pilot. The service offers nine units of supported accommodation in two properties, with on-site staff and access to tailored support through the York Women's Centre. Elaine Colleran, senior area contract manager at HM Prison & Probation Service, said: "We recognise that women experiencing homelessness often face multiple and complex challenges, including trauma, exploitation, and contact with the criminal justice system. "Providing safe, gender-informed accommodation is a critical step in helping women to stabilise their lives, reduce their risk of reoffending, and access the support they need to move forward." Referrals to the service can be made by any agency, including the Probation Service, North Yorkshire Police, City of York Council, or through self-referral. Faye Sunter, director of development at Changing Lives, said: "We are very excited to begin accepting referrals for our new women's only accommodation service in York. "The women will receive individual support from our dedicated housing management and support workers in a safe and trauma informed environment allowing them to make positive change and be empowered to move on successfully."
The Sun
13-08-2025
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- The Sun
Huge wildfire erupts near RAF airbase as major incident declared with firefighters battling blaze for two days
A MASSIVE wildfire has erupted near an RAF airbase as a major incident has been declared. Crews have been battling the flames in the North York Moors National Park for two days after the service said the fire had spread this afternoon. 3 3 3 North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said it has been fighting the blaze on Langdale Moor, close to the RAF Fylingdales early warning station since yesterday morning. The service said the fire had spread this afternoon to ravaging the local area. Around 20 fire engines are currently at the scene as they try to tackle the raging fire. David Skaith, mayor of York and North Yorkshire, and Jo Coles, deputy mayor for policing, fire and crime, said in a statement: 'We are aware of North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's declaration of a major incident for the fire at Langdale Moor and continue to monitor the situation. 'We encourage the public to avoid the area and follow the latest advice from the fire service, which can be found on their website. 'We want to thank the firefighters, emergency service workers and partner agencies for their response to this incident.'
Telegraph
13-08-2025
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- Telegraph
Fire breaks out on North York Moors
Firefighters are tackling a large fire at the North York Moors National Park. The North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said on Tuesday morning that it was fighting a blaze on Langdale Moor, close to the RAF Fylingdales early warning station. On Wednesday afternoon, the service said the fire had spread to cover five square kilometres (about two square miles) and 20 pumps were at the scene, with more being sent. David Skaith, the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, and Jo Coles, the deputy mayor for policing, fire and crime, said in a statement: 'We are aware of North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's declaration of a major incident for the fire at Langdale Moor and continue to monitor the situation. 'We encourage the public to avoid the area and follow the latest advice from the fire service, which can be found on their website. 'We want to thank the firefighters, emergency service workers and partner agencies for their response to this incident.'
The Independent
13-08-2025
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- The Independent
Major incident declared as firefighters battle large blaze in North York Moors Park
A major incident has been declared by firefighters tackling a large moor fire in the North York Moors National Park. North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue said it has been fighting the blaze on Langdale Moor, close to the RAF Fylingdales early warning station, on Tuesday morning. On Wednesday afternoon, the service said the fire had spread to cover five square kilometres and 20 pumps were at the scene, with more being sent. David Skaith, mayor of York and North Yorkshire, and Jo Coles, deputy mayor for policing, fire and crime, said in a statement: "We are aware of North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's declaration of a major incident for the fire at Langdale Moor and continue to monitor the situation. "We encourage the public to avoid the area and follow the latest advice from the fire service, which can be found on their website. "We want to thank the firefighters, emergency service workers and partner agencies for their response to this incident."
Yahoo
23-07-2025
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Night Safe Officers to be deployed in York city centre every weekend
New Night Safe Officers will soon be visible on York's streets. From this Friday (July 25) through to early January 2026, two "friendly and highly visible" Officers will be on patrol every Friday and Saturday night from 8pm to 2am. The Officers will make efforts to quell anti-social behaviour, keep noise levels down, and de-escalate potential issues before they grow. They are also to act as a link between the public, door staff, and emergency services. It is hoped that the Officers will help to mitigate pressure on emergency services. The initiative is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority Policing, Fire, and Crime Directorate. It supports York's Purple Flag accreditation, which recognises the city as, in the words of a Combined Authority spokesperson, "among the safest, most welcoming, and best-managed nighttime destinations in the country." Jo Coles, York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire, and Crime, said: "David Skaith's vision as Mayor is to deliver safer communities for all, and our £14,473 investment in the Night Safety Marshals project will help to establish a visible, reassuring presence for people who are enjoying York's amazing nightlife, and to further enhance the welcoming environment that visitors have come to expect from our city." The Night Safe Officers will join York BID's existing Riverside and Taxi Marshal programmes. More information about the investment in the initiative, part of the region's Community Safety Serious Violence Fund 2025/26, is available at
