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East Riding of Yorkshire

noun

  1. a county of NE England, a historical division of Yorkshire on the North Sea and the Humber estuary: became part of Humberside in 1974; reinstated as an independent unitary authority in 1996, with a separate authority for Kingston upon Hull: chiefly agricultural and low-lying, with various industries in Hull. Administrative centre: Beverley. Pop (excluding Hull): 321 300 (2003 est). Area (excluding Hull): 748 sq km (675 sq miles)

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East Riding of Yorkshire Council said its Help for Households drop-in event would also offer advice on saving money and staying warm.

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In one case, Ipswich Borough Council and the East Riding of Yorkshire Council had argued that hotels in their patches were being illegally changed into hostels - pretty complex issues relating to local planning controls.

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Hull City Council, East Riding of Yorkshire Council and North Lincolnshire Council offer grants to help parents to cover the cost of school clothing.

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East Riding of Yorkshire Council says Bridlington and Hornsea "remain vibrant seaside destinations" and that a "balance of day visitors and those staying in hotels or caravans remains consistent".

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East Riding of Yorkshire Council said it was vitally important children learned to cross the road safely, without any distractions.

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