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Vandalism forces closure of Ripon public toilets — again
A vandal attack has again forced the closure of public toilets near Ripon Library and the city's bus station.
The men's public convenience in the block has been closed, awaiting repair, since September 16.
However, the women's toilet and the Changing Places toilet for disabled people are all unaffected and remain in use.
The block was refurbished last year at a cost of £175,000 to include the city centre's only toilet facilities for disabled people.
But it closed for almost a fortnight on New Year's Eve and shut suddenly again in February.
The sign on the door of the men's toilet, which has been closed since September 16
A sign on the door of the men's toilet door said today (September 22):
Gentlemen's toilets temporarily out of service due to vandalism. Reported to NYC (North Yorkshire Council )16/09/2025.
The Stray Ferret has contacted North Yorkshire Council to seek details about the extent of the damage and when the affected toilet will be back in use.
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