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28th November 2016

NEWS

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Shortlist announced for 26th Leeds Architecture Awards

The 2016 Leeds Architecture Awards look set to be the biggest and best yet; with nearly 80 nominations over seven categories the awards are back for their first ceremony since 2013. A judging panel chaired by guest assessor Kit Martin, CBE, and featuring Paul Ellison from Leeds Chamber Property Forum and Kevin Grady, Director

25th November 2016

NEWS

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Future international leaders from across world gather in Leeds as part of two-day visit

Future international leaders from around the world arrived in Leeds this week to find out more about the innovative work being undertaken by the council and partners in the city. Hailing from countries as far and wide as South Africa, Chile, Mongolia, Lebanon, India and the USA, delegates attended a range of seminars and

25th November 2016

FASHION

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Networking events for the fashion community launch in Leeds

Experts from across Leeds are set to come together for an exciting new programme of networking events designed to harness the city’s passion for fashion. Next week’s ‘Fashion Start Ups – Building Your Brand’ will be the first in a series of events for the fashion community in Leeds which aim to bring people together

24th November 2016

HOMES

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Council projects to create new housing and jobs get underway in Leeds

Work to create new council housing and job opportunities by bringing two vacant sites back into use is now underway in Leeds. At Garnet Grove in Beeston and Broadlea Street in Bramley, work has started on creating new council housing as part of Leeds City Council’s housing growth programme. Apart from providing a total

24th November 2016

SPORT

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Countdown begins for priority entry to the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds

Priority entry for the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds is set to open at 10am on Monday 28 November – just 200 days before triathlon takes over the city for a second time on 10 and 11 June 2017. The 2017 event will host over 5,000 amateur participants, from first timers through to

23rd November 2016

NEWS

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Leeds City Council Leader reacts to Chancellor’s Autumn Statement

Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council said: “The Autumn Statement does not go nearly far enough in addressing some of the UK’s basic inequalities and there was very little, if any, mention of much-needed support for council services in Leeds. “We need decisive action nationally to address rapidly escalating demand for social

23rd November 2016

CRIME

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Van owner hit with fly-tipping fine following court action by Leeds City Council

A resident whose van was used to illegally fly-tip rubbish has been hit with a fine of over £4,000 following court action by Leeds City Council. Alex Wormald of Cowper Street, pleaded guilty at Leeds Magistrates Court this week to five offences of allowing his vehicle to be used for fly-tipping and one charge

23rd November 2016

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Object of the week- labour certificate

The sudden departure of fathers and husbands changed the dynamic of thousands of families in wartime Leeds. While soldiers were off fighting on the front lines of the First World War, their wives and children struggled to adapt to a very different life at home, stepping into new jobs and going off to school

22nd November 2016

WHAT'S ON

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Brand new festive experience set to open at Lotherton Hall this week

The Christmas Experience will open in the beautiful grounds of Lotherton Hall this week. Featuring an Elf Village and Santa’s Grotto, the estate’s spectacular new attraction officially opens this Friday, November 25, with families urged to book in ahead of the busy Christmas period. Spread throughout the estate and Edwardian house, The Christmas Experience

22nd November 2016

NEWS

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Leeds recognised with high-profile award for innovative work to support refugees and migrants

An innovative Leeds City Council project providing a wide range of support to refugees and migrants has been recognised with a prestigious European award. In claiming the EuroCities’ ‘Participation’ Award and beating off a high standard of competition from cities across Europe, the Leeds Migrant Access Project (MAP) was acclaimed for its work in

21st November 2016

NEWS

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Leeds men urged to make a pledge against violence against women

Men across Leeds are being encouraged to pledge their support for a campaign to end violence against women. As part of the international 16 Days of Action and White Ribbon campaigns Leeds City Council has set itself the challenge of encouraging at least 1000 men across the city to show their support and pledge

17th November 2016

NEWS

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Santa flies in to check out city’s Christmas market

Santa Claus paid a special visit to Millennium Square’s German Christmas Market today. Father Christmas flew in from the North Pole to check out the venue for his brand new breakfast event, which will take place at the attraction for the very first time this year. The Santa’s Breakfast experience for children and families will be

17th November 2016

HEALTH

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HIV Testing Week comes to Leeds as the city prepares light up red for World AIDS day

The NHS, sexual health charities and Leeds City Council are gearing up for National HIV Testing week starting on 19th November. Now in its fifth year, the week increases opportunities across the city for people to get tested for HIV and learn more about the condition. A range of extra HIV testing sessions will

16th November 2016

NEWS

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New Fixed Penalty Notice to target fly-tippers

Fly-tippers face being hit with an on-the-spot fine as part of a new policy introduced by Leeds City Council this month. Utilising the powers contained in new government legislation which came into force during 2016 to provide an additional and quicker way of taking action against those found to have dumped their waste illegally,

16th November 2016

FILM

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Leeds International Film Festival to close with screening of prestigious award nominee

The 30th Leeds International Film Festival comes to a close this Thursday with a Closing Gala screening of Toni Erdmann, a finalist for the prestigious LUX Film Prize led by the European Parliament. The Festival partners with LUX Film Prize for the first time this year with Leeds being one of 50 cities hosting

16th November 2016

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Object of the week- policeman’s sword used in Leeds Gas Riots

This fearsome-looking curved sword was once wielded by a local police officer during the infamous Leeds Gas Riots. The sword, currently on display at Kirkstall’s Abbey House Museum, is believed to originally date from around 1850 and belonged to a member of the Leeds City Police, who were responsible for policing Leeds from 1836

15th November 2016

HEALTH

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Living and breathing Leeds

Health and care partners in Leeds are using World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) day on Wednesday 16th November to highlight new peer support groups for people living COPD across Leeds. From January 2017, respiratory peer support groups will be developed across Leeds to help people manage their condition. The two year programme will

15th November 2016

TRANSPORT

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Council leader welcomes HS2 preferred route and revamped Leeds Station confirmation

The Leader of Leeds City Council has welcomed today’s confirmation of the preferred line of route HS2 will take through the city. The preferred route of the second phase of the national high-speed rail project was released today by the Department for Transport and HS2 Ltd, showing how the new line will come into

14th November 2016

TECH AND SCIENCE

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Applications now open for digital sector to bid for Leeds Tech Hub Fund support

Applications are now open for building owners and companies in the digital sector to apply for a slice of nearly £4m of funding to support the creation of a variety of innovative projects in the city. This follows a decision by Leeds City Council last month to allocate a £3.7m grant provided by the

11th November 2016

OUR CITY

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Tribute installed on Victoria Gardens to mark both Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday

To mark both Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday this year, a poppy themed garden seat bench has been temporarily installed near the war memorial on Victoria Gardens. Donated by 102-year-old veteran Mr Joe Morton who served with the Royal Army Service Corps and designed by metalwork specialist David Lockwood, the tribute offers a poignant

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