Villages in the North Richmondshire parish forum (formerly the A66 parish forum) are now eligible to apply for European and other funding.

But first they must produce a community investment prospectus showing what can be done in ten years to regenerate the social and economic situation of the area.

North Richmondshire Partnership has been set up to start the process and involves representatives from Aldbrough St John, Eppleby, Gilling West, Melsonby and Ravensworth.

The next meeting will be held at the chapel rooms, Melsonby, on Wednesday, Septem-ber 26, at 7.30pm, when a constitution will be adopted.

Details can be obtained from Judith Stansfield, Melsonby) on 01325 718139 or Alan Simpson (Eppleby) on alan-simpson1speaks