Posted Mon, Feb 6th 2012, 12:25
Selby DC are working hard to make sure that refuse and recycling collections take place where possible during current adverse weather conditions.
Green waste collections will be suspended until further notice, allowing those vehicles to be used on the main refuse rounds.
Residents are advised that they should continue to present bins or boxes, where collections have been missed and they will be picked up as soon as possible.
If adverse weather conditions continue, keep checking for further news on the Selby DC website or on this website.
Posted Wed, Jan 11th 2012, 11:41
Riccall PC is looking to create a 'Youth Council' to help with the continual improvement of facilities and the development of new ideas for the community.
If you are between the ages of 11 and 19 and would like to be involved, please get in touch.
Our first meeting will be on Monday 30th January 2012 at 6.30pm.
Contact Lindsey Ryan lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk
Posted Mon, Dec 19th 2011, 20:33
Riccall Snow Patrol has been created after the Parish Council appealed for volunteers in the latest edition of the Riccall Beacon. Twenty five local residents came forward to offer their services for snow clearance and gritting within Riccall. RPC has now provided each volunteer with a snow shovel, high visibility wear and gloves and they work as needed to try and keep the central community footpaths as accessible as is possible during the Winter months.
The Council is really thankful to these volunteers for giving their own time and efforts to do something really positive for Riccall and to help all members of the community, particularly those that are more vulnerable. The scheme will be trialled this year, with a feedback meeting in the spring. If you have comments to make, we are always happy to hear them.
Posted Mon, Dec 19th 2011, 20:14
The national non-emergency number 101 came to North Yorkshire Police on 12th December 2011 and replaces the 0845 60 60 24 7 number. Whilst 999 is a well recognised number used to report emergencies, the 2010 British Crime Survey found that only 54% of the public knew how to contact their local police if they wanted to talk to them about policing, crime or anti-social behaviour.
The introduction of the 101 number will offer the public one easy way to contact their local Police force.
The benefits of this new number include:
Calls from landlines and mobile networks cost 15pence per call, no matter what time of day you call or how long you are on the phone.
101 is available 24 hrs a day
When you call 101, you will be able to speak to the force control room via the automated switchboard and information will be acted upon as quickly as possible.
Posted Mon, Dec 19th 2011, 14:42
Negotiations are currently taking place between NY Library service, Riccall Parish Council and the Regen Centre to try and provide a small library for Riccall. Likely to house around 150 books, the library would be run by volunteers and would open limited hours within the Centre. Watch this space for further news and updates...
Posted Mon, Dec 19th 2011, 12:18
Riccall Parish Council welcomes Mark Nuttall who will join us in January. Mark brings lots of experience to the Council and is interested in seeing the community develop as far as is possible. His profile will be added to the site shortly.
Posted Tue, Oct 18th 2011, 12:49
Riccall Parish Council invites expressions of interest in its grounds maintenance contract, which will run from 2012 for three years. If you are interested in the details / specification, please email us
Tenders must be returned to the Council Office in Riccall before 12 noon on Thursday 17th November 2011
Posted Tue, Oct 18th 2011, 12:41
Riccall Scout group spent some of last weekend helping to plant bulbs all around Riccall, in preparation for next year's Diamond Jubilee. The bulbs have been provided by Riccall Carnival Committee, using some of the proceeds from last year's Dickensian event.
Our thanks to the Carnival Committee and all of the young people that got involved
Posted Thu, Oct 6th 2011, 14:47
We are going to try a community scheme this winter in order to help clear any snow in central areas of Riccall. Our aim is to keep the central community areas as accessible as is possible during severe weather conditions.
We can't do this without volunteers. Fancy helping your community? Please contact us now to express an interest. We plan to hold a meeting shortly to discuss ideas.
lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk
Posted Thu, Oct 6th 2011, 11:04
Selby District Council has announced its preferred options on the Site Allocations Development Plan Document which seeks to allocate land to accomodate various types of development up to 2026, including housing, employment and infrastructure. The SADPD responds to the consultation that took place in January - April this year and sets out those parcels of land that are identified as the most suitable for development.
Residents are invited to read the documents and make their views known. The consultation runs until 5pm on Friday 2nd December 2011. Representations should be made in writing or by email stating the reason for the response with any justification or changes required to satisfy any concerns. Comments can be sent to: Policy Officer, Selby District Council, Doncaster Rd, Selby, YO8 9FT or emailed to ldf@selby.gov.uk
View the SADPD preferred options at www.selby.gov.uk/SADPD
You can click on the appropriate section for Riccall below
Posted Thu, Oct 6th 2011, 09:54
There have been a number of burglaries around Selby District within the last couple of weeks. Mostly properties have been targeted whilst residents are away on holiday. Police are asking residents to be aware and vigilant about home security.
Posted Wed, Aug 31st 2011, 11:22
Riccall Councillors and residents have been working with Selby District Council to prepare a new and updated Village Design Statement (VDS) for the community. A Village Design Statement is a planning document, intended to give advice and guidance to anyone who is considering any form of development in the village no matter how large or small. It sets out elements that make up local character in order to improve the quality of design in any new development. It covers relatively straightforward work such as replacing doors and windows as well as more significant work such as building extensions and new buildings.
Local people have been surveying the village and have put together documents, making it clear to developers what the local character is.
The Riccall Village Design Statement is available for public consultation until 12th September 2011. After this date, it will be adopted in to the new Local Development Framework.
Comments can be made to:
lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk
or amcmillan@selby.gov.uk
If you prefer to look at hard copies, visit us on Saturday 3rd September at Riccall Show from 2.30pm or make an appointment to pop into the Riccall PC office.
Posted Wed, Aug 31st 2011, 10:45
Wednesday 24th August, saw the annual 'Skate Training Day' at Riccall Skate Park. The day is financed by Riccall Parish Council as part of a commitment to training young people to use the Skate Park safely and have fun whilst developing their skating skills. Popcorn Sk8 SAFE ran three beginner training sessions with groups of young people, followed by a 'board art' session, allowing those that booked a place to customise their own board.
The Council is keen to continue developing skate training for local young people and would like to talk to any adult, willing to be trained as a coach. You don't need to be a skater - please do get in touch and find out more.
lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk
Some of the sucessful artists!
Beginners learning how to balance
Posted Wed, Jul 20th 2011, 10:13
Riccall Parish Council was very pleased to accept an invitation to the Royal Garden Party on 12th July 2011. The Council was represented by Chairman Cllr Brian Keen and his wife Karen.
Having achieved 'Quality Council Status' during 2010, Riccall Parish Council was nominated by the Yorkshire Local Council Association for the honour.
Posted Mon, Jul 18th 2011, 14:47
Free Skate Training at Riccall Skate Park
Wednesday 24th August 2011
The sessions are free of charge to local young people and the day is being financed by Riccall Parish Council as part of its commitment to young people in Riccall. All sessions must be booked and with limited numbers available, will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Priority will be given to young people living in Riccall, but we anticipate some available spaces for those that use Riccall Skate Park but live elsewhere.
Spare pads, helmets and boards will be available on the day but please bring your own if you have them.
Beginner session 1 (absolute beginners - Primary School age and above) 10am - 11am
Beginner session 2 (done a bit of skating) 11am - 12.30pm
Intermediate session (can drop in - or nearly - and want new tricks) 1pm - 2pm
Also new for this year 'Board Art' 2pm - 3pm. Decorate a board and keep it (10 spaces available - £10 charge for this session but you keep the board!)
To book contact Lindsey Ryan - email or phone the office (01757) 249222