D&S column: bringing digital connectivity to the Dales Wednesday, 11 March, 2026 It is a fact of political life that sometimes the best ideas can take what seems a long time to translate into a successful outcome. I was reminded of this most recently on a lousy (weather-wise) day at the top end of Coverdale. Standing by a new telecommunications mast – one of a number that are being switched on this year in the most isolated parts of the Yorkshire Dales – I recalled a speech I... Articles
Rishi commends Leyburn bookshop's reading group project 30th August 2024 Rishi has praised an independent bookshop for its ambition in encouraging a love of reading. The Wonky Tree Bookshop in Leyburn runs two book clubs which aim to... Local News
Rishi opens new access to one of Wensleydale’s biggest employers 26th August 2024 Rishi has opened a new entrance to the site of one of Wensleydale’s biggest employers. The entrance to the site of Metcalfe Farms, near Leyburn, takes heavy... Local News
Rishi praises Dales villagers’ efforts to create a community garden 15th August 2024 Rishi has praised the volunteer effort that has created a community garden in a Yorkshire Dales village. The MP met the villagers who turned a disused allotment... Local News
Rishi impressed by young racehorse trainer 8th August 2024 UP and coming North Yorkshire racehorse trainer Gemma Tutty has impressed Rishi. Rishi visited her yard and gallops on the North York Moors above Osmotherley... Local News
D&S column: a new parliamentary constituency 26th July 2024 At the General Election earlier this month, many of you will have noticed that something was different – the name of the parliamentary area. When I was first... Articles
Rishi takes part in end of year school celebrations 23rd July 2024 Rishi joined end of year celebrations and leavers’ farewells at two North Yorkshire primary schools. At Askrigg Primary – part of the Bainbridge, Askrigg and... Local News
Rishi helps celebrate achievement at improving Richmond primary school 18th July 2024 Rishi has praised the achievements of pupils and staff at an improving Richmond primary school. He visited Trinity Academy, a Church of England school, for its... Local News
Rishi joins Reeth community garden celebrations 17th July 2024 Rishi joined the celebrations to mark 20 years since a community garden and orchard was created in Reeth. He was among the visitors to a Summer Mocktails Party... Local News
D&S column: an honour and a privilege to serve you once more 12th July 2024 I would like to thank all those who last Thursday once more put your faith in me to represent you in Westminster. I am honoured to have been re-elected as the... Articles
