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Legal battles over Whitby Harbour dispute finally brought to court after years of litigation

Legal Battle Over Whitby Harbour Repairs Heads to High Court in London

The picturesque town of Whitby is facing a legal battle over the future of its historic harbour, with residents fearing that failure to address urgent repairs could lead to devastating consequences.

The Fight4Whitby pressure group has taken North Yorkshire Council to the High Court, alleging that the council has not been using harbour income to fund much-needed repairs on the waterfront. The group claims that more money has been taken out of the harbour than has been invested back into it, leaving critical infrastructure at risk.

Local campaigner Sue Boyce highlighted the urgent need for repairs, citing a survey from 2009 that identified significant work required on the piers and pier extensions protecting the harbour entrance. She warned that failure to strengthen the piers could result in widespread flooding and damage to the town.

Members of the Fight4Whitby group, who have been campaigning for six years, expressed concerns about the vulnerability of the sea defences to climate-related flooding. John Freeman, another local campaigner, criticized the council for neglecting the necessary repairs, stating that their arguments are “cast-iron” and hoping for a favorable ruling from the court.

North Yorkshire Council, while refraining from commenting on the ongoing legal case, emphasized their commitment to a thriving harbour in Whitby and expressed readiness to abide by the court’s decision to resolve the matter. The outcome of the High Court hearing this week in London will be eagerly awaited by residents and stakeholders invested in the future of Whitby Harbour.

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