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Political turbulence: What is going on at Ripon City Council?

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'No reason' to close loss-making council owned housing company, review finds

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Councillors expected to discuss firefighter shortage after Stray Ferret investigation

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Former Ripon City Council leader rejects criticism as mayor faces no-confidence vote

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Ripon mayor Jackie Crozier faces vote of no confidence

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Council employee received £303,000 in redundancy payout

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Deputy mayor criticises Stray Ferret for revealing firefighter shortage

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Leader of Ripon City Council stands down

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In-depth: Latest revised boundary proposals for Harrogate district

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