Harrogate BID held its AGM at The Crown Hotel on Wednesday, January 28, reflecting on achievements from the past year while outlining its priorities for 2026. Gemma Rio, interim CEO of Harrogate BID, said: "The past year has demonstrated the real value of Harrogate BID – from practical, on-the-ground support for businesses to ambitious events and strong partnership working. The organisation highlighted a busy 2025, including high-profile campaigns and events designed to attract visitors, such as the Harrogate Lego Trail and the Harrogate Music Weekender. Harrogate BID’s efforts to support the evening economy included funding a new Pubwatch app and announcing the recruitment of a Business Crime Officer in 2026. BID members were updated on the proposed Accommodation BID, with the ballot set to conclude in February.