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Proposal to 'reinvigorate' Arla's Settle site could save and create new jobs, Mayor says

Is there still hope that the North Yorkshire dairy site could remain open beyond 2026?

Chris Brayford
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Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith said: "But we are not just focused on what's being lost - we are also pushing for what could be saved."
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Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith said: "But we are not just focused on what's being lost - we are also pushing for what could be saved."

Arla has been urged to seriously consider a proposal which could see its North Yorkshire creamery remain open long into the future while transforming the site into a centre of excellence. Skipton and...

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