A recent report by experts at Leeds University said that early closure of the coalfield could lead to the loss of 5,000 jobs across the region and £130 million a year being lost to Selby's economy.

Rhubarb, Royalty and the Rings of Saturn by David Lewis is available, priced £6, from Selby Library, Cawood Post Office, Naburn Village Shop, Fields Garden Centre, Sherburn and other local outlets.