Driffield News

Here is the latest Driffield News from This is the Coast

• Man Arrested in East Riding Nearly 3 Times Over Drink Drive Limit

  Officers on their routine patrols spotted a vehicle being driven on the A164, Skidby roundabout just before 2am on Thursday morning, reportedly observing it being driven erratically and almost colliding with the central barrier and traffic cones.

• Shock RSPCA Figures Show Beatings to Animals Up 47% in East Riding Over Five Years

  There were 244 reported beatings in East Yorkshire last year, a 47% rise.

• Anti-Social Behaviour Drops On North Yorkshire Coast Despite High Police Demand

  Anti-social behaviour has decreased across the coastal command area compared to last year, although officials acknowledge that high policing demand and public perception remain significant challenges.

• Summer Job Rules For Young Workers Could Face Shake-Up To Boost Yorkshire Coast Businesses

  Restrictions on evening and weekend working hours for teenagers could be relaxed under new proposals aimed at saving summer jobs and supporting seasonal businesses across the Yorkshire Coast.

• Armed Response Arrest in East Riding

  An arrest has been made by Armed Response Officers after they spotted a vehicle believed to be linked to a disqualified driver and wanted man on their routine patrols in the area.

• Students Celebrate GCSE Results on Yorkshire Coast

  Thursday has seen students up and down the Yorkshire Coast receiving their GCSE results.

• Mobile Phone Signal In The East Riding Branded A 'Nightmare' By Councillors

  Mobile phone coverage across the East Riding has been branded a nightmare by local councillors demanding action over poor signal that leaves some residents unable to even receive a text message.

• East Riding Destination Experts Rewarded

  An East Riding destinations team have once again demonstrated its commitment to delivering outstanding customer care by retaining the prestigious Customer Service Excellence Award for 2026.

• Yorkshire Coast Cricket Round Up

  There was another full programme of action for our local sides on Saturday.