Latest news with #Selby
BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Selby solar farm plans raise debate about agricultural land use
A proposal for a solar farm between villages near Selby has raised debate about agricultural land being used for green energy schemes.A planning application is being prepared for a 49.9MW solar farm and battery energy storage scheme (BESS) on farmland between the villages of Cawood and Wistow. Renewable energy company Quintas Cleantech said the 60-hectare Wiswood solar farm would power the equivalent of 15,150 homes, and the land could still be used for grazing North Yorkshire councillor Stephanie Duckett raised concerns about using "good agricultural land", expressing her preference for solar schemes to use poorer agricultural land or brownfield sites. An environmental impact assessment report was submitted to North Yorkshire Council ahead of a full application being initial consultation exercise had been held with local residents, according to the Local Democracy Reporting applicants said the scheme would "provide biodiversity enhancements" across the site, beyond the national requirement of 10%.Supporting documents added: "The proposal will have a lifespan of 40 years, after which all equipment will be removed from the site and the land will continue to be used for agriculture."Several other solar farms have been planned for the area, including one near the village of said there had been a proliferation of schemes being proposed for the former Selby district recently."The main problem is that they are being planned on good agricultural land," she added."They say they will return the land back to agricultural land after 40 years, but who knows if these companies will still be around to pay to get rid of all that concrete you need to set up these solar farms."Planning authorities have previously been encouraged to encourage solar farms on poorer quality land rather than agricultural land classes as 'best and most versatile' (BMV).Quintas Cleantech said detailed soil assessments would be included with the planning application to find out if the proposed site was BMV, but this would not prevent it from being developed as a solar farm and BESS. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
5 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Cat found at Drax Power Station settles into new home
An elderly tabby cat who was found as a stray at the UK's biggest power station has settled into a permanent who is thought to be 20 years old, was emaciated and nearly blind and deaf when he was rescued from Drax Power Station near Selby earlier this was taken into the care of the Goole branch of the RSPCA, where he received urgent veterinary treatment, and an appeal was launched to find him a new home. The charity confirmed Buzz had since moved in with experienced owners in Lincolnshire, who could regularly monitor him. "He has settled in very well, explored everywhere, and even managed the stairs," his new owner said."(He has a) wonderful appetite and adores attention and chin rubs. "At the moment, he is in the conservatory enjoying the sunshine." The equivalent of 96 in human years, Buzz is thought to be one of the oldest cats the charity has ever taken in, according to the Petty, from the branch, previously said his recovery had not been entirely smooth but his resilience had been "truly astonishing"."He's had several teeth removed, wounds stitched up, and is receiving ongoing care for arthritis and hyperthyroidism, something commonly seen in older cats," she was originally registered at another rescue centre as a young cat in 2005 and then was then rehomed about a decade ago, but the details on his microchip were never updated and it was thought he had been fed by a worker at the power station for some £1,355 was raised by supporters after the branch appealed for help to cover the cost of his urgent treatment, including blood tests, teeth extraction and medication. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
‘A moment I'll carry forever': Savoy man summits Mount Everest
KATHMANDU, Nepal (WCIA) — There isn't a mountain within 1,000 miles of Central Illinois, but one man had a dream and a number one goal in life. Earlier this month, he accomplished that goal. He went from the farmlands of Illinois to the summit of Mount Everest. Community Spotlight: 3rd Annual DG5K Nick Selby grew up in Shelbyville but now calls Savoy his home. It's the exact opposite of the Himalayas: flat vs rugged terrain and fluctuating temperatures vs consistent cold. Not to mention, Central Illinois is thousands of miles away from the highest point on Earth. 'But somewhere along the way, I started believing. Believing that limits are meant to be tested, and that even someone from the quiet heart of Central Illinois could one day reach the top of the world,' Selby wrote on Facebook. 'This climb wasn't just about altitude. It was about rising above doubt, fear, and the uncertainty life throws your way. Everest tested me in every way — and gave me a moment I'll carry forever.' Selby reached the summit on May 18 and is now on his way home. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
6 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Selby family 'humbled' as Band of Builders fixes roof to help Ben
The family of a young boy with a serious illness have thanked the volunteers who carried out crucial repairs to their home in their hour of and Alison's son Ben was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukaemia in 2022 when he was just who was trying to renovate the family's "forever home" in Selby, North Yorkshire, became overwhelmed by the prospect of trying to fix the property's leaky roof, which posed a serious health risk to with the help of the charity Band of Builders, 12 roofers from across the country rode to the rescue and completed the job for no fee in just three days. The organisation offers help and support to tradespeople across the UK, including carrying out home adaptations and building gardener Richard said trying to fix the roof himself as he juggled caring for Ben, who was undergoing daily chemotherapy in Sheffield, and work had become an "impossible battle" that was "soul-destroying".Doctors warned the family that damp and mould in the house would be dangerous for Ben who, three years on from his diagnosis, is now in remission. Speaking to BBC Look North, Richard said: "In the early days when Ben was diagnosed, we were in survival mode and we had this strength to keep going. We were inspired by Ben and all his resilience to go through this treatment at just five years old."It was only when things started to stabilise and Ben started to get better that the house started to take over, and that became the big demon that we had to fight."The family bought their home in 2021, with Richard initially happy to get stuck into carrying out repairs and as the toll on him grew, Sheffield Children's Hospital pointed the family towards Band of Builders, who Richard described as "unbelievable"."Before we knew it, they were here with a huge team of volunteers who had given up their time and materials to come here, to complete strangers, and put a new roof on the house," he said. "It's humbling. I didn't think this kind of thing happened to normal people. It's something you see on TV. I'm overwhelmed by their generosity and kindness."Now in better health, Ben said he was looking forward to spending more time with his dad."I'm excited about playing games with him and him being around, and now he doesn't have to hammer things in the room," Ben said."He can now just sit on the sofa and relax." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
The Independent
25-05-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Warning over unlicensed weight-loss jabs after woman left in intensive care
A woman was left fighting for her life after using a so-called 'weight loss jab' sourced from a salon with police making three arrests. The woman suffered internal injuries earlier after using an injection earlier this month. She has since been discharged. Two other people also become unwell. North Yorkshire Police has launched an investigation into the supply of the injections as they arrested three women from the Selby area. Two women in their thirties were arrested on suspicion of causing or administering a poison or noxious thing. The duo have been released on police bail. A third, aged in her fifties, was arrested on suspicion of selling or supplying a prescription only medicine. She has been released while under investigation. Medical professionals in North Yorkshire and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) issued a warning against using weight loss medicines bought from private clinics or online. They warned that buying products from unregulated suppliers 'significantly increases the risk of getting a product which is either falsified or not licensed for use in the UK and can pose a direct danger to health'. NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) Chief Pharmacy Officer, Laura Angus, said: 'There has been a lot of attention in the media and on social media about these so-called 'skinny jabs', but as with any medicines bought outside of legitimate supply chains, the contents may not match the ingredients on the label. 'If you use such products you could be putting your health at serious risk. 'If you are thinking of buying a weight-loss medicine, please talk to a healthcare professional first. The only way to guarantee you receive a genuine weight-loss medicine is to obtain it from a legitimate pharmacy – including those trading online – using a prescription issued by a healthcare professional.' Ms Angus advised patients to check the legitimacy of the pharmacy and ensure it is regulated with the GPhC via the pharmacy regulation website. North Yorkshire Council's executive member for health and adult services, Cllr Michael Harrison. added: 'We would encourage people to pursue their health goals in a safe way. 'You can access lots of free tools to support you to make healthy changes, including getting active and losing weight, on the NHS Better Health website. 'The Active North Yorkshire 'Healthy You' programme can support you to help you meet your lifestyle goals, which might be to be more active, eat better, or manage your weight.' The NHS has made a number of clinically tested anti-obesity medicines available on prescription to certain patients through specialist weight management services. Drugs such as Liraglutide (sometimes called Saxenda), semaglutide (brands names include Wegovy and Ozempic) and tirzepatide (brand name Mounjaro) are among those in use on the NHS. Andy Morling, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency's Deputy Director of Criminal Enforcement said: 'Weight loss medicines are powerful medications and should only be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. 'Public safety is our top priority, and our Criminal Enforcement Unit works tirelessly with partners to prevent, detect and investigate illegal activity involving medicines and medical devices. 'Buying so-called weight loss medicines from illegal suppliers significantly increases the risk of receiving products that are either falsified or not licensed for use in the UK. Products purchased in this way will not meet the MHRA's strict quality and safety standards, and taking such medicines may put one's health at risk.' There is a Yellow Card scheme available for those who experience an advserse reaction to medicine and worry about the safety, efficacy or legitimacy. People who suspect they are experiencing an adverse reaction to a weight loss injection were advised my the professionals to seek appropriate medical attention.
