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Morley Learning and Skills Centre
22nd November 2025
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Work Begins on Morley’s New Multi-Million-Pound Learning and Skills Centre

Work has officially begun on Morley’s ambitious new multi-million-pound Learning and Skills Centre, marking a major milestone in the town’s drive to expand opportunities for adult education, skills development and career progression. The project, a cornerstone of the Morley Town Deal programme, will see the Grade II-listed St Mary’s in the Wood Church transformed…
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The Lord Mayor of Leeds Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung
24th May 2024
2 mins read

Councillor Marshall Katung Officially Named 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds

Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung has been inaugurated as Leeds’ 130th Lord Mayor, succeeding Al Garthwaite and marking a historic milestone as the first person of African descent to hold this esteemed position. Throughout her term, she will be supported by her husband, Nigerian Senator and Lord Mayor Consort, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung. Born in…
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Leeds Anchors Network
9th February 2024
1 min read

Leeds Anchors Network leads collaborative effort with focus on apprenticeships

Leeds Anchors Network are shining the spotlight on their combined efforts towards degree apprenticeships and apprenticeships in the city. With a shared commitment to empowering individuals, businesses and their staff through education and skills development, the Network is investing in both degree apprenticeships aimed at upskilling staff, and also traditional apprenticeships to bring new…
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A computer-generated image showing Leeds City Council's exciting vision for the market's blockshops area.
13th October 2023
2 mins read

Market is top of the shops as work continues on £10m renovation scheme

A multi-million pound renovation scheme is ushering in a bright and busy new era for the most historic part of Leeds Kirkgate Market. Work on the £10m refurbishment of the market’s 19th-century ‘Blockshops’ area got under way last year, with the first phase of the Leeds City Council scheme now complete. A total of…
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Leeds Digital Careers Fair
22nd September 2023
1 min read

Leeds Digital Careers Fair to take centre stage this September

Hosted by Leeds City Council, the free event will take place on 26 September, seeing businesses and learning providers from across the region showcasing opportunities to people who want to learn more about their next steps to a career in the digital sector. With over 50 organisations expected to attend, including this year’s sponsors,…
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Leeds George Street
30th June 2023
1 min read

Consultation launched on Leeds Kirkgate Market hotel plans

People in Leeds are being encouraged to help shape ambitious plans for the regeneration of the George Street side of the city centre’s historic Kirkgate Market. Leeds City Council is hoping to replace a row of vacant low-rise buildings on George Street with a stylish six-storey development that would include a 143-room hotel as…
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A computer-generated image showing the proposed hotel on George Street, looking east to west.
16th June 2023
2 mins read

Key milestone for Leeds Kirkgate Market hotel plans

Exciting plans for a major new hotel development at Leeds Kirkgate Market are set to take a significant step forward. Leeds City Council has for some time been exploring the potential for a hotel to be built on the George Street side of the market complex, as part of the wider regeneration of the…
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Participants at a pilot GENie bootcamp held last year at the University of Leeds's NEXUS innovation hub
18th March 2022
2 mins read

Young people can think big at council-backed innovation skills bootcamp

Young people in Leeds can take an important step towards a healthy future in the world of business by applying for places at a new innovation bootcamp. Jointly funded by Leeds City Council and Leeds City College, the GENie (Generation of Innovators and Entrepreneurs) bootcamp is an intensive five-day experience designed for big thinkers…
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INDIs Independent Directions Film Festival
18th February 2022
1 min read

INDIs Film Festival returns to inspire and celebrate young talent in Leeds

Budding directors and film fanatics are being invited to gain some top insider tips on the film industry during a packed programme of film screenings and free online events. From masterclasses in script writing to new screen technologies, this week’s Independent Directions Film Festival 2022 has plenty to inspire emerging talent. Organised by Leeds Young…
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Leeds Quality in Care Awards
17th December 2021
3 mins read

Winners announced for Leeds Quality in Care Awards

Unsung Heroes from across Leeds Adult Care Sector were celebrated at the Leeds Quality in Care Awards. The annual Leeds Quality in Care Awards celebrated the excellent work taking place across the sector and shone a light on those individuals and services that have made a real difference over the past two years. Representing the…
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The Lord Mayor, Councillor Asghar Khan and the Lady Mayoress, Robina Kosar
21st May 2021
2 mins read

New Leeds Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress officially announced

Councillor Asghar Khan has become the city’s 127th Lord Mayor of Leeds after unanimous support from members of all parties at the council’s annual meeting. Taking over the role from the previous incumbent Councillor Eileen Taylor, who served an unprecedented two years in the role, Councillor Asghar Khan will be accompanied during his time…
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Holocaust Memorial Day 2021
21st January 2021
2 mins read

Online civic remembrance event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

‘Be the light in the darkness’ is the theme for this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day which, due to the current national lockdown, will be shown online on Sunday, January 24 from 2.00pm at www.leedstownhall.co.uk Members of the public are invited to join the event online from the safety of their homes to remember all the…
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