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Hannah Cockroft
5th July 2026
5 mins read

Paralympic Champion, Children’s TV Pioneer and Community Leaders Honoured by Leeds Beckett

Leeds Beckett University will honour five exceptional figures at its summer graduation ceremonies this July, recognising outstanding contributions to sport, broadcasting, law, healthcare and public service. Nine-time Paralympic gold medallist Hannah Cockroft CBE, children’s television presenter and inclusion advocate George Webster, former Law Society president Lubna Shuja, community nursing leader Steph Lawrence MBE and…
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Temple Newsam Bike Park
5th July 2026
1 min read

Young cyclists get new learn-to-ride bike park at Temple Newsam

Young cyclists can build their confidence and learn how to ride safely at a new bike park and playground which has opened at Temple Newsam’s golf club. The park, believed to be the first of its kind in Leeds, has been designed to recreate features of real road layouts, giving children the chance to…
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EV charge point St Paul's Street
20th February 2026
2 mins read

Leeds Switches On First City-Centre On-Street EV Charge Point

Leeds has switched on its first public on-street electric vehicle (EV) charge point in the city centre, marking a new milestone in the city’s push for cleaner, low-carbon travel. The new charging facility on St Paul’s Street is expected to make it easier for residents, commuters and visitors to power up their vehicles as…
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Morley Town Deal and Leeds City Council’s five-million-pound plans to refurbish Morley Town Hall.
20th February 2026
2 mins read

£5m investment to transform Morley Town Hall moves another step forward

The £5 million refurbishment of Morley Town Hall has moved a step closer after the building was formally handed over to specialist contractors. The project, backed by Morley Town Deal and Leeds City Council — aims to transform the Grade I listed landmark into a focal point for community life, culture and events in…
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The Arium
20th February 2026
1 min read

Council garden centre installs 600sqm of solar panels to cut energy use

More than 600 square metres of rooftop solar panels have been installed at a council-run plant nursery and garden centre in Leeds in a move expected to cut energy use by almost two-fifths. Leeds City Council said the new solar photovoltaic system at The Arium, in Whinmoor, is forecast to reduce the site’s energy…
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Elland Road Neighbourhood Visualisation
10th February 2026
2 mins read

Elland Road Regeneration Blueprint Heads to Senior Councillors for Review

An ambitious vision to steer the redevelopment of land around Elland Road is set to be considered by senior councillors, as Leeds City Council looks at updated planning guidance for one of the city’s most significant growth opportunities. Members of the council’s executive board are due to be updated on the proposed final draft…
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Leeds City Markets
10th February 2026
2 mins read

Five-year plan aims to steer Leeds Market into the 2030s

Senior councillors are due to consider a new five-year strategy for Leeds Kirkgate Market designed to guide the landmark venue through the 2030s and beyond. The proposals, set to be discussed at a meeting of Leeds City Council’s executive board, follow the market’s previous 2021–2026 strategy, which the council says has delivered strong results.…
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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire
23rd January 2026
2 mins read

West Yorkshire unveils £1bn plan for transport, skills and building

West Yorkshire leaders have signed off a landmark budget of more than £1 billion, setting out a major investment programme aimed at improving public transport, boosting skills and accelerating housebuilding across the region. Meeting with Mayor Tracy Brabin, the leaders of Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds and Wakefield approved spending totalling more than £1.2 billion…
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ABDC volunteers
22nd November 2025
3 mins read

Impact of Leeds’ ABCD Programme Highlighted in New Six-Year Review

A comprehensive new review has showcased the significant and growing impact of Leeds’ pioneering Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) programme over a six-year period, revealing powerful outcomes for residents and neighbourhoods across the city. Published this month, A review of ABCD in Leeds Pathfinder Sites (2019–2025): A six-year journey from seeds to trees brings together…
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The Arium
22nd November 2025
1 min read

Yorkshire-Grown Christmas Trees Have Arrived at The Arium

Christmas has officially begun at The Arium, as thousands of Yorkshire-grown Christmas trees arrive ready to bring festive cheer to homes across Leeds. Each year, the council-run garden centre transforms into a winter destination for families looking to choose the perfect tree, and this season is no exception. All the Christmas trees on sale…
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Morley Learning and Skills Centre
22nd November 2025
3 mins read

Work Begins on Morley’s New Multi-Million-Pound Learning and Skills Centre

Work has officially begun on Morley’s ambitious new multi-million-pound Learning and Skills Centre, marking a major milestone in the town’s drive to expand opportunities for adult education, skills development and career progression. The project, a cornerstone of the Morley Town Deal programme, will see the Grade II-listed St Mary’s in the Wood Church transformed…
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Stop the Spike
22nd November 2025
3 mins read

New Leeds Campaign Aims to ‘Stop the Spike’ This Festive Season

As the festive season begins, Leeds has introduced a new city-wide initiative designed to tackle spiking and enhance safety on nights out. The ‘Stop the Spike’ campaign brings together local organisations, universities and nightlife venues to raise awareness, strengthen prevention measures and ensure people know where to turn for help. Central to the campaign…
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Stanningley McDonald’s restaurant design
14th November 2025
1 min read

Leeds City Council approves new McDonald’s drive-thru on Town Street

McDonald’s is pleased that Leeds City Council has granted planning permission for a new drive-thru restaurant on Town Street, Stanningley. This multi-million-pound investment will regenerate an underused site, bringing it back into active use and creating around 85 new local jobs, with market-leading training and career progression opportunities. The restaurant will be operated by…
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Partou Acorns Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leeds
14th November 2025
2 mins read

Partou Acorns Nursery and Pre-School Celebrates Outstanding Ofsted Rating

Partou Acorns Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leeds has been recognised as one of the city’s leading early years settings after achieving an ‘Outstanding’ rating in all areas from Ofsted. The glowing report highlights the nursery’s nurturing environment, high-quality teaching and exceptional support for children’s development. In her final inspection report, the Ofsted inspector…
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Leeds Station
17th October 2025
1 min read

Northern offers £2 fares to celebrate 20 years of Light Night Leeds

Light Night Leeds returns for its 20th year on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 October, transforming the city into a dazzling open-air gallery filled with light, colour and creativity. Light Night Leeds 2025 will illuminate the city on October 22 and 23, running from 6pm to 10pm each evening. This year’s theme, ‘Landmarks’, invites…
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