Yorkshire Coast News from Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

Officials have committed to continuing Scarborough's bathing water quality summits, highlighting the need for ongoing political scrutiny and investment to tackle pollution from multiple sources along the Yorkshire Coast.

North Yorkshire Police are planning to introduce Live Facial Recognition technology to tackle serious crime, prompting the Deputy Mayor to seek assurances over civil liberties.

Bridlington is set to host one of the largest martial arts and self‑defence seminars in the United Kingdom on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May, at Bridlington Spa.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is asking supporters to help build a legacy as it launches its vital new fundraising campaign to help save Bridge 42.

Following the publication of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) report in October 2025, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has established a monthly Improvement Board to oversee and drive forward its improvement journey within Adult Social Care (ASC).

The Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority (HEYCA), Hull City Council, and East Riding Council are to team up at the 2026 installment of the UKREiiF investment summit.