Category: Latest News
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Tell us your views!
There is a proposal to pedestrianise Kirkgate. A survey has been shared for people to share their agreement. RDF is broadly supportive of the proposal but realise this may not be shared by all. Whether you approve of this proposal, or not, RDF would like to better understand the viewpoints of those who would be…
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Share you viewpoints about Motability.
This survey is a national one for people who have used the Motability scheme. It will be used to help guide campaigning in relation to the scheme. Please share your views. https://www.transportforall.org.uk/blog/2025/12/18/tell-us-what-motability-means-to-you/
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Get Cycling – Inclusive Cycling for all.
Get Cycling is a York based charity that wants to expand its work to the Ripon area. www.getcycling.org.uk They offer supported cycling on a range of machines for anyone who might find this more difficult. This can include because of a disability, just getting older, balance issues or loss of confidence. If you would like…
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Get together.
Wednesday 26th March. 6.30pm. Claro Lounge.. https://facebook.com/events/s/ripon-claro-lounge-wednesday-2/1868769920495114
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Can you spare a couple of minutes to make a difference?
Your voice matters more than ever! If disability benefits are cut under Government plans to be announced this Spring millions more Disabled people will be pushed into even worse poverty. Now is the time to act and make a difference. Please write to your local MP today. Use the button below and follow these three…
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Ripon toilets reopen to provide improved disabled facilities
A project to create better facilities to enhance the lives of disabled people visiting and living in Ripon has been completed. North Yorkshire Council has opened a Changing Places facility at the city’s bus station toilet block as part of a scheme to revamp the public conveniences. The specialised toilet can be used by people…
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New path provides a safe route into Hell Wath
Sports enthusiasts and visitors have been given improved access to Ripon’s Hell Wath nature reserve after a key route was upgraded. A path at the Hell Wath reserve in Ripon has undergone a £10,000 revamp to make it accessible to all, whether able-bodied, a parent pushing a pram, a child on a scooter or someone…