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The widely hot and sunny conditions over the last few days has resulted in a Severe or Elevated risk of Wildfires for most of the UK.

Officers investigating an incident where a vehicle is alleged to have been driven at police officers have arrested a man and seized his vehicle.

Trading Standards officers are urging traders attending this year’s Appleby Horse Fair to ensure that all the goods they sell are genuine and safe for consumers.

Appleby Horse Fair Police Gold Commander, Det. Supt Dan StQuintin, alongside Eden NPT Sgt Phil Hall, were in Kirkby Stephen on Bank Holiday Monday, speaking to residents and visiting businesses to offer advice and reassurance ahead of the fair.

Partner agencies within the Multi Agency Strategic Coordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair have announced a series of changes to the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the 2026 Fair.

Enhanced enforcement action will be in place during the 2026 Fair for any vehicles found to be in contravention of parking restrictions.

Due to the recent outbreak of Equine Influenza in the region, we would like to remind everyone planning on attending this year’s Appleby Horse Fair, which starts on Thursday 4 June, to remain vigilant and follow sensible bio-security measures.

Police have acted in Appleby today (22 May) after reports of people riding at speed with horse and sulkies on The Sands.

The pre-Appleby Horse Fair policing operation has begun with the seizure of an uninsured van.

Statement from outgoing MASCG Chair, Steph Cordon, on the handover to incoming Chair, Claire Notman.