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2nd November 2016

HEALTH

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Changing face of public health in Leeds highlighted

The changing face of public health over the past 150 years features in the 2016 report from Leeds City Council’s Director of Public Health, Dr Ian Cameron. The report has been developed in partnership with the Thackray Medical Museum where a special public health trail has been developed for visitors to follow. Dr Cameron’s

2nd November 2016

CHILD FRIENDLY LEEDS

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New conference puts Leeds on the international stage for child welfare

Child protection experts from across the globe will be heading to Leeds next month to share their insights on child welfare and restorative practice. Professionals who work with children and families are being invited to attend the three-day conference entitled ‘Re-imagining the child welfare system for the 21st century’ which is being hosted by

2nd November 2016

CHILD FRIENDLY LEEDS

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Leeds youngsters get together to plan prestigious Leeds awards

A group of young people are now busy planning the child friendly Leeds awards 2017 – a ceremony rewarding the young people, adults, places and organisations helping to make Leeds a fantastic city to grow up in. The awards ceremony, held at Leeds City Varieties on 2 February, will be attended by leaders from

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Three council buildings to be sold as part of major modernisation

Three council buildings in Leeds city centre are set to go up for sale as part of a major modernisation of important services. The Leonardo Building and Thoresby House, both on Rossington Street, along with 2 Great George Street will be vacated and staff moved to the new state-of-the-art hub at Merrion House as

2nd November 2016

CULTURE

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Museum marks Black History Month with WW1 events

Museum-goers in Leeds can learn more about the role the city’s diverse communities played in the First World War as part of Black History Month. Leeds City Museum in partnership with The Centre for Hidden Histories will be putting on an exciting programme of WWI themed events to commemorate Black History Month through October. The

2nd November 2016

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Leeds Museums and Galleries object of the week- First World War biscuit postcard

For soldiers fighting in the First World War, Christmas in the trenches was a time to think about the families and loved ones they had left behind at home. Many creative servicemen would use whatever materials they had to hand to stay in touch, which is why this biscuit became a colourful festive postcard.

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Pupils get a scoot on to Scoot to School

Children from seven Leeds schools battled it out to become the city’s best scooting stars as part of a challenge to promote the popular Scoot to School initiative launched by Leeds City Council last year. The pupils competed at Colton Primary School to win fantastic new scooter storage for their school, using their scooting

2nd November 2016

BUSINESS

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Leeds Growth Strategy – Call for Evidence

Leeds City Council is calling for evidence to support a review of the Leeds Growth Strategy. Beginning today and running until 30th November the consultation will involve local businesses and other key stakeholders. More information on the consultation including an Issues Paper can be found at www.leedsgrowthstrategy.com and responses can be sent to growth.strategy@leeds.gov.uk The

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Victoria Gate opens its doors to a big Leeds welcome

Leeds is getting set to welcome a spectacular new shopping experience to the city this week as the impressive Victoria Gate throws open its doors to the public on Thursday (Oct 20). People are being advised by Leeds City Council to plan their journeys carefully on the day to take into account the large

2nd November 2016

TRANSPORT

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World-renowned consortium including King’s Cross architect announced to lead on next stage of Leeds Station redevelopment planning

The remodelling of Leeds Station has taken a significant step forward today with the appointment of world-renowned development experts to lead the next phase of the project, including the lead architect behind the redevelopment of King’s Cross in London. The Atkins consortium, made up of a group of leading global design, engineering and project

2nd November 2016

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Sword of real life Sharpe goes on display in Leeds

A sword which once belonged to a real life Sharpe, who worked his way up through the ranks more than 200 years ago, has gone on display at Leeds City Museum. The historic cavalry blade was once held by Leeds soldier Captain William Jackson, and was presented to him by the loyal soldiers he commanded in 1800

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Stanningley Bypass improvement work starting this week

Work to put in place a new crossover point on Stanningley Bypass is to begin this week. The work, which will start at 8pm on Friday 21 October and run until Sunday 30 October, will create a new crossover within the central reserve near the Owlcotes slip road to allow future road maintenance to

2nd November 2016

HEALTH

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Safeguarding is top of the agenda across Leeds next week

Keeping the people of Leeds safe is top of the agenda next week, as the city takes part in a county-wide safeguarding week. Being hosted by the Leeds Safeguarding Children Board with support from partners from across the city, Safeguarding Week is being held from 17 to 23 October to showcase the work done

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Kippax pupils put their best foot forward for car free day

Pupils from Kippax North Junior School have been taking part in a day full of activities to promote sustainable travel and road safety. Parents were encouraged to leave the car at home and either walk, scoot or cycle to school. Those who travelled by a sustainable mode of transport were then treated to a

2nd November 2016

TRANSPORT

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Woodhouse Tunnel up to full strength as improvement project completed

A long-term project to strengthen Woodhouse Tunnel in Leeds has been successfully completed. The three-year programme of repairs to the tunnel has been part of a broader project of essential maintenance on the Leeds Inner Ring Road (A58M) carried out by Leeds City Council and Carillion to ensure the road can continue to be

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Exciting refurbishment plans for three popular city visitor attractions to be discussed by executive board

A range of improvements to three of Leeds most loved visitor attractions and the potential introduction of an aerial adventure course at a landmark city park are set to be discussed by the executive board next week. Senior councillors will have the chance to support the proposed refurbishments of Tropical World, Lotherton Hall’s Bird

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Senior councillors to consider Storm Eva floods response report update

Senior councillors in Leeds will discuss an update report on the work carried out in response to the flooding caused by Storm Eva at a meeting next week. The council’s executive board meeting at Civic Hall on Wednesday 19 October will consider the review of the actions taken since Boxing Day including lessons learned

2nd November 2016

SPORT

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Comment on Yorkshire hosting 2019 UCI cycling road world championships

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “This is more wonderful news for Yorkshire, bringing the cycling road world championships to the county in 2019. Following on from the amazing Tour de France Grand Départ in 2014 and the success of the Tour de Yorkshire, it will be fantastic to welcome the

2nd November 2016

HEALTH

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Touchscreen technology offers healthy help

People across Leeds are getting a chance to try innovative touchscreen technology to access free health advice from special ‘One You’ kiosks. The kiosks allow users to take the popular ‘How Are You’ test devised by Public Health England, which can point people in the best direction to look after their health. Councillor Rebecca

2nd November 2016

NEWS

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Council response to homeless protest ending

A Leeds City Council spokeswoman said: “Our priority is assisting people who need accommodation and support on a daily basis. This was available throughout the protest and would have been provided to anyone that needed it regardless of the protest, making tent city unnecessary. “It takes significant commitment and resources to work with people

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