Welcome to Skipton Town Council

Our aim is to make Skipton a better place to live, work, and visit.

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Enquiries to the office

If you are enquiry is relating to council tax, planning, waste collections, highways issues or any other issue for North Yorkshire Council, they can be contacted on 0300 131 21 31. 

Skipton Town Mayor

Councillor Claire Nash was elected Town Mayor for the Council year 2024/2025 at annual meeting of the Town Council and Councillor Winston Feather was elected Deputy Mayor

Congratulations to both members.

Skipton Town Council Strategic Plan

The Town Council has adopted a Strategic Plan for 2024-2028. Click here to see a copy of the plan.

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North Ward- Councillor Vacancy. Election 20th November 2024 

There is currently a vacancy for a Councillor in the North Ward. An election is due to take place on the 20th November 2024. For information on the election and the candidates please visit the North Yorkshire Council Elections page.

Live Streaming

Skipton Town Council filmed its Full Council Meeting on the 18th Jan. This was the first time the Council has filmed a meeting. This was done with technical support from Craven College. The next meeting to be filmed will be the Full Council meeting in March.

 

Community Hub Survey

We are exploring the idea of establishing a community hub in Skipton. This hub could serve as a central location for activities, services, and social gatherings. Your input is invaluable in shaping this initiative! Please complete our short survey to help us understand the community's needs and desires for a potential hub in Skipton.

North Yorkshire Council - Let's Talk Money Survey 

You may be a member of a community WhatsApp group, or perhaps just want to encourage your communities, family and friends to take part in Let’s Talk. Please see below suggested copy:

North Yorkshire Council is now in the second year of providing many of your local services. They want to hear from you about the budget for 2025-26.

Fill in the Let’s Talk Money survey before 9 December https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/LetsTalk