CRAVEN schools under local authority control could be in line for a slice of more than £13 million to be spent across the county's schools

On Tuesday, the executive of North Yorkshire County agreed the schools capital programme.

The money will be spent this year on both upgrading and modernising facilities, as well as improving the fabric of buildings, keeping them safe and fit for purpose.

More than £600,000 from the government's Healthy Pupils Capital Funding will also be spent to improve facilities aimed at encouraging physical activity.

Cllr Patrick Mulligan, the council's lead member for schools, said approval of the capital programme meant the council could press ahead with necessary improvements and repairs.

“North Yorkshire retains responsibility for almost 280 schools, many more than most authorities.," he said.

"We cannot therefore address all issues, but we work closely with our schools on their buildings and facilities so they can get on with the business of delivering a top quality 21st century school curriculum.”

The funding has come through the government’s allocation of both School Condition Grant and the capital grant for Voluntary Aided schools which are for maintenance, improvements and new build.

Overall about 110 schools spread across the county will benefit from some investment this year.

Details about which schools are to benefit and how will come out later this year.