AN independent person is being sought by the North York Moors National park authority to promote high ethical standards and conduct.

The Park Authority is looking to appoint someone who can advise the authority’s monitoring officer and standards committee on decisions they need to make over alleged breaches o the code of conduct which has been brought in under the Localism Act. The role is unpaid but expenses will be paid. Analytical, investigative and questioning skills would be helpful. For information contact f.farnell@northyorkmoors.org.uk

ARTS GROUP: People interested in helping to form a new arts and crafts group in Brompton on Swale are being invited to an initial meeting on April 15 from 10am to noon at St Paul’s church hall. They’re inviting anyone interested in arts and crafts to get together with like minded people to share interests and launch the new group, all ages, skill levels and crafts are welcome. Call 078798-28896 for more information.