Plans for new homes approved despite opposition

Councillors approved plans for almost 100 homes on the edge of Dishforth, though many said they felt they had "no choice" because of government housing targets and the risk of an expensive appeal.
Locals and councillors warned about strained infrastructure — notably lack of school places — and Yorkshire Water had objected over sewage capacity; a condition was added to require sewage upgrades before building.
The meeting was tense and emotional, with critics calling the government's targets "bullying" and saying local democracy was being undermined, even as the committee chair voted reluctantly in favour.