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Two-metre tall South American plant with a grisly reputation takes centre...
A rare, huge plant from South America with a fearsome reputation of being able to trap and eat sheep and small mammals is now...
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Don’t miss England’s World Cup campaign on Millennium Square’s big screen
Every second of England’s quest for 2018 FIFA World Cup glory in Russia will be screened live on a big screen in a popular...
Countdown to historic ICC Cricket World Cup is on
Today marks a year to go until the greatest celebration of cricket, the ICC Cricket World Cup, gets underway when hosts England take on...
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New city centre customer hub opens to the public after Merrion...
Leeds City Council staff have completed a move back into Merrion House after an 18-month refurbishment to the ten storey office block in partnership...
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Update statement by Leader of Leeds City Council on rail services...
West Yorkshire leader demands words are turned into action on Northern rail in meeting with minister.
Following yesterday's meeting of the Transport for the North...
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New programme to boost number of people with autism accessing city-wide...
An innovative project aiming to increase the number of people with autism accessing apprenticeships and jobs in Leeds is now open to applications.
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More paid carers needed to support adults with care and support...
Leeds City Council is on the lookout to recruit more Shared Lives carers to support adults with a range of care needs.
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Enjoy the magic of cinema under the stars in Millennium Square this summer
Cementing its place as the country’s leading producer of open-air film screenings.
The Luna Cinema is delighted to announce that it is partnering with Leeds...
Experience the magic of The Symphonic Sounds of Back to Basics event on Millennium...
Programmed by Leeds City Council, the annual Millennium Square Summer Series returns for a fourth year in July and August 2018, serving up a...
Two-metre tall South American plant with a grisly reputation takes centre stage at popular...
A rare, huge plant from South America with a fearsome reputation of being able to trap and eat sheep and small mammals is now...
New city centre customer hub opens to the public after Merrion House refurbishment
Leeds City Council staff have completed a move back into Merrion House after an 18-month refurbishment to the ten storey office block in partnership...
Could you take on a 30th themed challenge for Children’s Heart Surgery Fund’s Anniversary...
Whether you’re walking 30km around your local park, giving up chocolate for 30 days or swimming 30 lengths at your local pool, you’ll take...
Breathe clean by going green in Leeds for Clean Air Day 2018
People living and commuting into Leeds are being asked to ‘Go Green’ on Thursday 21 June for Clean Air Day 2018 to show their...
New hybrid electric buses added to successful Leeds park and ride
Eight new ultra-low emission Hybrid Electric buses are now serving Leeds’ hugely successful Elland Road and Temple Green Park and Ride sites.
Reducing air pollution...
Update statement by Leader of Leeds City Council on rail services review
West Yorkshire leader demands words are turned into action on Northern rail in meeting with minister.
Following yesterday's meeting of the Transport for the North...
Object of the week- The state bed at Temple Newsam
Plush, lavish and luxurious, Temple Newsam’s crimson state bed is well and truly fit for a Queen Anne.
The eye-catching bed is more than 300...
Proposed changes to post-16 SEND transport paused for a year
Proposed changes to the provision of school transport for students over 16 with special educational needs and disabilities in Leeds will be paused for...
Football fans in Leeds urged not to let the World Cup ruin lives
The World Cup is a time of excitement for many across the country, but fans are being reminded not to let the occasion result...
Further grant funding set to benefit communities in Leeds is secured
Leeds City Council has successfully secured further grant funding from the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government Controlling Migration Fund.
This additional funding will...
Leeds receives funding boost to support victims of modern slavery
Leeds City Council has been awarded a grant of nearly £200,000 to support victims of modern slavery and reduce their risk of becoming homeless...
Young entrepreneurs set out their stall at Leeds Kirkgate market
Young people from across Leeds and West Yorkshire will be showcasing their creative talents and business skills at Leeds Kirkgate Market next week.
Young traders...
New home announced for this year’s Leeds Armed Forces Day celebrations
One of the city’s most popular civic events, Leeds Armed Forces Day, will this year be held in a brand new city centre location.
As...
Local girl turns superhero to scoop top glass recycling prize
Local schoolgirl 11-year-old Beth Ashley (pictured) from Bramley, Leeds has scooped top prize of an Apple iPad Mini in a glass recycling competition. The...
Don’t miss England’s World Cup campaign on Millennium Square’s big screen
Every second of England’s quest for 2018 FIFA World Cup glory in Russia will be screened live on a big screen in a popular...
Object of the week- Eurasian beaver
Hunted into extinction for their fur and meat, beavers had not been seen in the UK for more than 400 years.
But now small populations...
East Leeds Orbital Road makes further progress
A contractor has been announced for the first two phases of the East Leeds Orbital Road (ELOR) contract by Leeds City Council.
The contract has...
West Yorkshire leader demands words are turned into action on Northern rail in meeting...
When she meets Rail Minister Jo Johnson today, Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council and member of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, will...
Suffragettes to light the way at Leeds cultural spectacular
They were the formidable Leeds campaigners whose courage and determination helped women across the country finally win their long fight for the right to...
History-lovers knitting pretty as wool fest returns
A popular celebration of the city’s centuries of textile heritage will return to Leeds Industrial Museum this weekend.
The fifth annual Leeds Wool Festival will...
Tasty treats in store as food festival returns
A spectacular showcase of some of the city’s finest food and drink will return to Millennium Square this weekend.
The eighth annual Leeds Food and...
Hundreds of Yorkshire pupils take part in 400 mile cycle relay
Children and young people from over 160 schools across Yorkshire will be taking part in a cycling relay covering 12 local authority areas over...
Statements regarding decision by Channel 4 to shortlist Leeds as a potential location for...
A joint statement from Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe, Chair of West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Leader of Bradford Council, Cllr Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds...
Countdown to historic ICC Cricket World Cup is on
Today marks a year to go until the greatest celebration of cricket, the ICC Cricket World Cup, gets underway when hosts England take on...
New Lord Mayor of Leeds officially announced
Councillor Graham Latty is the new Lord Mayor of Leeds, following overwhelming support from all parties at the council’s annual meeting this week.
Conservative Councillor...
Statement by Leader of Leeds City Council on rail service standards
Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake is to represent northern leaders as part of a new initiative to address rail service standards.
Councillor...
Completion of £2million Leeds city centre road upgrade works marked
The completion of a major project to carry out £2million of improvements on two key roads in Leeds city centre has been marked this...
Five shortlisted to develop ‘Roads for the Future’ and driverless cars
Smart traffic lights, flexible use of kerbsides, segregated driverless zones, and sat-navs learning through artificial intelligence are among the ideas shortlisted today in a...
Leeds young people get snapp happy with photography competition
Teenagers across the city are being given the chance to win vouchers by taking pictures around Leeds city centre and uploading them to new...
Former baker’s shop gets much-kneaded revamp
A former Victorian bakers at the heart of one of Leeds’s oldest streets has been given a new lease of life thanks to a...
Weird and wonderful vintage games are all above board
For generations, board games have been a tried and tested family favourite in homes all over the world.
Classics like Cluedo and Monopoly, both originally...
Gabrielle to join Tony Hadley for summer spectacular
Tony Hadley has announced his very special guest at Millennium Square in Leeds on Saturday, 21 July will be the iconic artist Gabrielle.
The hugely...
Statement by leader of Leeds City Council Cllr Judith Blake regarding Josh Warrington world...
Josh Warrington stuns Lee Selby to win IBF world featherweight title.
Josh Warrington made history by becoming the first man from Leeds to win a...
Views sought on new Children and Family Bereavement Service for Leeds
Leeds people who have experienced childhood bereavement are being invited to share their thoughts and advice on a brand new Children and Families Bereavement...
Swarcliffe housing project wins international gold award
A transformative scheme to redevelop a 1950s Leeds estate, deliver modern housing and create a sense of community has won a prestigious international partnership...
Become a foster carer and change a child’s life forever
Exceptional people are being sought by Leeds City Council to help change a child’s life forever, by becoming a foster carer and part of...
Response to East Coast Main Line Transport Secretary announcement
Leeds City Council's Leader, Councillor Judith Blake, has made the following response to the announcement by Transport Secretary Chris Grayling that the East Coast...
Hit the heights at new Temple Newsam Park ‘Go Ape’ attraction
An exciting aerial adventure course has officially opened in a popular east Leeds park this week.
Set within the confines of Menagerie Wood in the...
Rhinos make more sporting history with new museum display
A new display celebrating the extraordinary sporting legacy of the Leeds Rhinos has been unveiled at Leeds City Museum.
Featuring vintage photos, kits, programmes and...
Leeds council leader’s response to Lord O’Neill devolution comments
Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council, said:
“One Yorkshire isn’t just a bold ambition – things have moved on considerably since we pledged...
City Region Bid Calls for Channel 4 to Spark a New Revolution
Leeds City Region has submitted its bid to Channel 4 for the broadcasters’ new National HQ outside of London.
The bid which responds to the...
Leeds City team to reap rewards from MIT leadership programme
A Leeds City team has successfully bid for a place on a prestigious leadership programme run by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), one of...
Object of the week- Tasmanian wolf specimens
Researchers may have finally laid to rest the age-old question of whether the mysterious Tasmanian wolf might still be alive somewhere.
But one place you...
Reminder: Culvert repair works to be carried out on A658 Pool Bank New Road...
A project to carry out essential works to repair a culvert under the A658 Pool Bank New Road in Leeds is to begin tomorrow...
Leeds City Council comment on the Tour de Yorkshire finale
Olympic champion Greg Van Avermaet sealed overall victory in the Tour de Yorkshire in one of the most memorable finishes in the race's short...
Saddle up for celebration of vintage cycling style on TdY weekend
It may not look like the ideal athletic attire for anyone taking a two-wheeled tour of Yorkshire.
But long before the age of Lycra, well-made...
New political make-up of Leeds City Council
As a result of the local elections in Leeds which saw 33 wards contested and three councillors elected per ward, the new make-up of...
Record number of volunteers needed for ICC Cricket World Cup 2019
The recruitment of 4,000 volunteers for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 England & Wales is now open to the public.
World Cup Cricketers will...