Farmers on the Yorkshire Coast could be facing a shortage of straw this winter.
Scarborough and Whitby MP, Sir Robert Goodwill, raised the issue in the House of Commons this week.
Mr Goodwill is a farmer himself with a family plot in Ryedale.
He asked the Secretary of State for the Environment, what the government is doing about the problem:
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Survey Says Bridlington Healthcare Experiences "By No Means Positive"
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Yorkshire Coast Attraction Offers Zoo Poo to Local Gardeners
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Over 2,300 Fans Sign Scarborough 3G Pitch Petition
A petition urging North Yorkshire Council to repair the 3G Pitch at Scarborough Sports Village has gained well over two thousand signatures.
Work Starts on New Sheltered Housing Scheme in Driffield
A ground breaking ceremony has taken place at Deira Court in Driffield to celebrate the start of work on a new sheltered housing scheme.
Appeal After Girl Sexually Assaulted on Whitby Bus
North Yorkshire Police have issued an image of a man they would like to speak to following an incident on a bus between Whitby and Middlesbrough.
Council Defers Filey Bar’s Licence Application Over ‘Insufficient’ Information
A Filey bar’s premises application has been deferred after councillors raised concerns about ‘insufficient’ information.
Scarborough's MP Seeking Solution to Scarborough Athletic Pitch Problems
Scarborough and Whitby MP - Alison Hume - says her job is to ask the right people the right questions as she gives her support to Scarborough Athletic after a week which saw the future of their home ground thrown in to doubt.
Scarborough's Rainbow Centre Food Bank Faces Mounting Pressure Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Scarborough’s Rainbow Centre food bank is currently spending approximately £2,000 a month on food to meet the increasing demand from people struggling with the rising cost of living.
Help Offered for Victims of Stalking On the Yorkshire Coast
Victims of stalking are being reminded that support is available to help them cope with their ordeals ahead of a series of events during national Stalking Awareness Week.
Large Crowd Cheer Scarborough Onto Victory Amid Uncertainty Over Future.
Over 2,000 fans watched Boro beat Darlington 1-0, amid a backdrop of uncertainty over the relaying of the new pitch.
Whitby Town Secure Safety With Fourth Straight Win
The Blues beat already-relegated Blyth Spartans on Easter Monday.
Anti Social Behaviour Operation in Filey Yields Results
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A recent healthcare survey conducted in Bridlington has highlighted significant challenges in the accessibility and delivery of local health services, with overall experiences described as "by no means positive".
Sewerby Hall, Gardens and Zoo has introduced a new scheme to sell its animal waste as natural fertiliser.
A petition urging North Yorkshire Council to repair the 3G Pitch at Scarborough Sports Village has gained well over two thousand signatures.
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