Night marshals are patrolling the streets of Harrogate and Selby during the festive season.

The North Yorkshire Council initiative aims to ensure residents and visitors feel safe while enjoying nightlife and Christmas festivities.

Funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority at a cost of more than £6,500, the scheme receives backing from North Yorkshire Police and Harrogate's Business Improvement District (BID).

Councillor Heather Phillips, North Yorkshire Council's executive member with responsibility for community safety, said: "The festive season brings a significant increase in visitors and late-night activity, and this can often be accompanied by alcohol-related incidents and anti-social behaviour."

She continued: "While there is no specific problem in Harrogate or Se

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