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Helmsley

Call for superfast broadband for all homes and businesses

Households and businesses in North Yorkshire’s deeply rural communities which are blighted by poor internet connections have been assured that the Government will be petitioned to ensure that they are given access to better broadband links.

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A scenic view of Swaledale

Warning over multi-million pound shortfall in council’s budget

Support for rural communities in North Yorkshire is being sacrificed as the Government diverts funding towards towns and cities nationally to leave a multi-million pound deficit to pay for the county’s vital services, the deputy council leader has warned.