Councillor Judith Blake - Page 16

Leeds, Leeds Star
8th November 2016
1 min read

Lord Mayor to lead Remembrance Sunday tributes in city

The Lord Mayor of Leeds Councillor Gerry Harper will lead the tributes to service men and women who have lost their lives in times of conflict on Remembrance Sunday. Held on Sunday 13 November, people of the city are once again warmly invited to gather at the war memorial on Victoria Gardens to join…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
4th November 2016
3 mins read

Rio heroes to light up Leeds at festive switch-on

The city’s Rio heroes are ready to light up Leeds at this year’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on event. Leeds-born triathletes Ali and Jonny Brownlee and Paralympian Kadeena Cox will be the special guests of honour at next week’s showpiece, when they will take to the stage and get the festive season officially underway. Taking…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
3 mins read

New look for German market on 15th anniversary

The city’s annual Christkindelmarkt German Christmas market will return with a brand new look next month for what will be its 15th anniversary. Millennium Square will be transformed into a scenic festive village from Friday, November 11 until Sunday, December 18 with new stalls and venues. The new market layout will include an open air…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
1 min read

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…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
2 mins read

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…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
4 mins read

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…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
3 mins read

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…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
1 min read

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…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
2nd November 2016
2 mins read

Tens of thousands flock to phenomenal Light Night 2016

More than 60,000 people flocked to the city centre to be a part of this year’s incredible Light Night Leeds festival. Held over two nights for the first time on October 6 and 7, the unique celebration was the city’s biggest ever, and saw iconic local landmarks and venues illuminated by more than 50 spectacular…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
1st November 2016
2 mins read

Artist’s vibrant mural to light up city’s historic market

A huge abstract mural will be unveiled at Leeds’s historic Kirkgate Market during an exciting performance to mark this week’s incredible Light Night 2016. Internationally-renowned Leeds artist Nicolas Dixon has been working on his latest eye-catching creation in the 140-year-old building’s newly-refurbished events space, with the finished piece set to go on show this…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
1st November 2016
1 min read

Comment on visit to Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme today by Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “The comments today by the Secretary of State were a little disappointing as they offered no new reassurance or commitment to our residents and businesses that the city will get the comprehensive flood defences it urgently needs. The reference to additional funding for the next phase…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
1st November 2016
2 mins read

Dazzling display of fire and ice set to light up Leeds

Breath-taking sculptures illuminated by bright orange flames are set to fire the imaginations of visitors to this year’s Light Night Leeds. The incredible creations are one of a huge programme of installations inspired by the elements, which will be on display across the city as part of this year’s two night festival. Created by…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
1st November 2016
2 mins read

City centre to host first ever light triathlon

A dazzling array of illuminated lanterns, cyclists, walkers and runners will take over the city centre next month when Leeds hosts its first ever light triathlon. Part of this year’s incredible Light Night 2016, the ambitious trio of installations will come together on October 6 in one of the highlights of the spectacular two-night celebration.…
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