Have you seen an increase this week of police officers and activity in East Riding?
If so, it’s likely as a result of Operation Shield.
As part of Humberside Police's continued efforts to clamp down on criminals and target high harm offenders across the area, this week saw the return of their proactive initiative for another intensification period.
Here's what Chief Constable Paul Anderson had to say following the relaunch:
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Yorkshire Water is consulting on plans to upgrade Scarborough's wastewater infrastructure, including the potential introduction of innovative rainwater gardens and a low-carbon Aero-Fac treatment facility.
Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume says she is prepared to lay an amendment to the Energy Independence Bill to ensure a full legal ban on all forms of fracking, including the proppant squeeze method.
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