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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
3 mins read

Senior councillors set to approve public consultation on South Bank Leeds which could ‘transform’ and double the size of Leeds city centre

Plans to carry out a public consultation on the regeneration of the South Bank area which would effectively double the size of Leeds city centre will be discussed by senior councillors next week. At the meeting of the executive board at Civic Hall on Wednesday 27 July, councillors will be asked to approve a…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Plans for transport improvements on key Leeds commuter route

A new £2.61m project aimed at making the Whitehall Road area an easier place to travel for busses, bikes, cars and pedestrians will go before senior councillors in Leeds next week. The improvement scheme, which will be entirely funded by contributions from local developers, will include new pedestrian crossings, cycle lanes and widening of…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
2 mins read

City’s response to Brexit to be debated by executive board

A report setting out the preparation work being undertaken by Leeds City Council to assess and meet the challenges and potential opportunities resulting from Brexit are set to be discussed by senior councillors next week. As part of a meeting of Leeds City Council’s executive board on 27 July 2016, members will have the…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Object of the week- The Somme medal

Presented to a Leeds First World War veteran, The Somme Medal is a moving reminder of the immense courage shown by those who fought in one of history’s bloodiest battles. The medal recently went on display as part of Leeds City Museum’s In Their Footsteps exhibition as the city commemorates 100 years since The…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
4 mins read

Idea blooms into city centre oasis for Leeds

An idea sown eight years ago to create a new green space for everyone to use in busy central Leeds has bloomed into a stunning city centre oasis. Families, office workers and anyone passing through the city centre can now enjoy the elaborate water features, lush grass and relaxing seating areas of the Sovereign…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Statement re Burberry from Leeds City Council Leader Cllr Judith Blake

Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council said: “We have received strong assurances from Burberry that their plans for their new operation in Leeds are very much still on track. We remain committed to fully supporting those plans and enabling the development of their ambitious and prestigious new manufacturing facility in Leeds, along…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Leader of Leeds City Council named as new chair of Core Cities UK

Leader of Leeds City Council named as new chair of Core Cities UK. Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake has today been announced as the new chair of Core Cities UK. Councillor Blake takes over from Sir Richard Leese, leader of Manchester City Council, who has been chair of the 10-city strong group…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
3 mins read

Getting healthier involving everyone

People across Leeds are invited to play their part in making Leeds the best city for health and wellbeing after leaders endorsed a new health and wellbeing strategy. Following a wide range of contributions from local people and experts, the focus of the strategy is on reducing health inequalities and building stronger connections across…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Sky Ride returns to Leeds

Cyclists of all ages will have the chance to leisurely take in the sights of some of Leeds’ most iconic city centre landmarks as part of the popular Sky Ride event on Sunday 17 July. The free event, which will take place between 10am – 3pm, allows thousands of cyclists of all ages and…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Power surge as council fleet goes electric

The first of a fleet of new electric council vehicles hit the streets of Leeds today. Councillor Lucinda Yeadon, executive member for environment and sustainability, took the plug-in van on its inaugural journey. A total of 42 all electric vehicles will add to, and in some cases replace, electric and hybrid vehicles in the…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
1 min read

Leeds in Bloom awards celebrates young green fingered talent in city

The talent and creativity of green fingered youngsters in Leeds has again been celebrated this month as part of the annual Leeds in Bloom Awards. In what is always a highlight in the city’s in bloom calendar, eight winners in the aged 4-16 ‘Design an Edible Flowerbed and Flowerbed’ categories were invited to Leeds…
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Leeds, Leeds Star
29th October 2016
2 mins read

A child friendly welcome to Leeds for refugee children

A group of refugee families fleeing war torn Syria have received a special welcome from Child Friendly Leeds, with gifts for the children donated by Leeds City Council staff. The six families are being welcomed into the city as part of the Leeds Resettlement Programme after being forced to flee their homeland. Councillor Lisa…
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