Helen Flynn

Zoë Metcalfe, the new Police Fire and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire and York, is currently considering proposals for the Fire Service’s new Risk and Resource Model, which sets out how the Service would seek to deploy its people, equipment, and resources.  The proposed changes aim to ensure communities get the services they need to

North Yorkshire Police are looking for people to join their Independent Advisory Group (IAG). What is an IAG? An Independent Advisory Group is a panel of volunteers who are committed to working with North Yorkshire Police by providing advice and support on a number of issues. The aim of the group is to improve local

When we think of the NHS app we might just think that it’s only useful for downloading our COVID passport and providing evidence of our vaccination record. Well, the NHS app is much more than just a COVID vaccination passport. The app makes it easier for people to access their GP, giving them an alternative

Care home residents, everyone aged 75 and over, and those aged 12 and over who are immunosuppressed will be eligible for the spring booster. For those who are eligible , you can go on the system and book now (see below for how to book), there is no need to wait to hear from your

Many people have been approaching us asking how they can help the Ukraine, and in particular the Ukrainian refugees who have little options open to them in these desperate times, other than fleeing their home country. The latest news seems to be that systems are still being put in place nationally (see below*), and liaison

There has been lots of activity over the past few weeks as we have been preparing to open the Nidderdale Charity Shop on the High Street in Pateley Bridge! The shop is finally open and huge thanks go to the inspiring team of volunteers who approached us last September (as they were then volunteering for

Do you have community equipment that was prescribed to you with a Medequip label attached that you no longer need?You can contact Medequip for a free and safe collection. Please call 01423 226240 or email north.yorks@medequip-uk.com. Why return equipment that is no longer required?Local NHS and social care services lose thousands of pounds each year due

Friends Against Scams aims to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams by empowering people to take a stand against scams. Here at Nidderdale Plus we are increasingly hearing from residents who have been the targets of scams. By completing an online scams awareness session, anyone can learn about the different types of scams

Mind in Harrogate District are now providing mental health hubs in the market towns of Pateley Bridge, Masham, Boroughbridge and Ripon. The outreach service provides local access to mental health support, counselling (counselling services have a fee payable–see below*), information, advice and training opportunities. Individual appointments are available at Nidderdale Plus Community Hub between 10am