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Connecting Leeds
20th June 2018
3 mins read

Next phase of Connecting Leeds consultation starts this week

The next phase of public consultation on measures to help transform transport and travel in and around Leeds starts this week. A series of public drop-in sessions are to begin this Saturday on proposals for the A660 and A61 South bus routes to introduce new infrastructure and measures to improve bus journey times and…
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West Yorkshire Playhouse
20th June 2018
2 mins read

Progress report due on landmark Playhouse project

Senior councillors in Leeds will be updated on the ongoing requirements for the transformation of the West Yorkshire Playhouse. Members of the council’s executive board will be given a progress report on the ambitious scheme to revamp and revitalise the theatre and its surroundings, ahead of a meeting next week on 27 June. The…
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Best speaker winner, schools debating competition 2018
19th June 2018
1 min read

Leeds youngsters put their debating skills to the test

Pupils from across Leeds primary schools demonstrated their debating skills at a special competition at Leeds Civic Hall last week. To support and encourage Leeds schools to develop pupils’ confidence and debating skills, Leeds City Council hosted a city-wide debating competition for pupils in years five and six. The teams of three put their…
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Leeds Money Information Centre
19th June 2018
2 mins read

Consultation launched on changes to gambling policy

People are being urged to have their say on changes to the council’s gambling policy during a three-month public consultation that launched last week. The aim of the proposed changes is to ensure the updated policy is more responsive to issues around problem gambling. Last year, Leeds City Council commissioned research from Leeds Beckett…
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Clean Air Leeds
19th June 2018
6 mins read

Final chance to comment on a clean air charging zone for Leeds

The statutory consultation on the proposed clean air charging zone in Leeds will launch later this month. The council has been directed by the government to provide a full business case by 15 September 2018 which addresses the city’s proposals to ensure it becomes compliant with air quality standards in the shortest possible time.…
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Otley Flood Alleviation Scheme
19th June 2018
2 mins read

Opportunity to shape plans to reduce flood risk in Otley

Otley residents and businesses are invited to come and hear about a shortlist of options to reduce flood risk in the town at an event this Thursday 21 June. Following the creation of a digital model of the river, and testing options in the model, a team from Leeds City Council, Environment Agency, and…
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Clean Air Leeds
14th June 2018
1 min read

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 support for improving pollution levels in the city. The national awareness-raising day will see cities across the UK join together to reduce pollution in their cities by taking simple steps…
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Hybrid Electric buses
13th June 2018
4 mins read

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 in the city is key and the introduction of these ultra-low emission vehicles will deliver significant fuel and C02 improvements along the Elland Road and Temple Green Park &…
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Northern Rail Leeds
13th June 2018
1 min read

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 partnership board, Leader of Leeds City Council and West Yorkshire Combined Authority representative on the board Councillor Judith Blake said: “The Transport for the North partnership board meeting demonstrated…
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Special Educational Needs and Disability SEND in Leeds
12th June 2018
1 min read

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 a year, it was announced today. The original proposals were approved by the council’s executive board last year following an extensive public consultation, which took in the views of parents,…
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12th June 2018
1 min read

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 in violence towards their loved ones in response to what happens on the pitch. Leeds City Council is supporting West Yorkshire Police with a campaign to raise awareness of the…
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Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government Controlling Migration Fund
11th June 2018
1 min read

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 continue the work which is taking place to enable the city to work with all communities, to build on their strengths, to address concerns and reduce pressures on services.…
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Controlling Migration Fund
8th June 2018
1 min read

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 or being re-trafficked. The council is one of six local authorities taking part in a pilot to improve and develop pathways and mechanisms to tackle issues of modern slavery and…
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Leeds City Markets
8th June 2018
1 min read

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 aged between 13 and 30 will soon be heading to Kirkgate to sell their wares at the latest ‘Teenage Market’ on Saturday 16 June between 10.00am to 4.00pm. The…
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