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Janet Wilcock
3rd January 2025
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Congratulations to all Honorees of The Compassionate City Awards

Janet Wilcock, a devoted foster carer from Leeds who specializes in caring for babies affected by drug or alcohol withdrawal, was celebrated as the Unsung Hero of the Year at the Compassionate City Awards ceremony held at Leeds Civic Hall. The Compassionate City Awards recognize individuals and organizations for their efforts in positively impacting…
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Mariana Pexton
14th September 2024
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Leeds City Council Appoints Mariana Pexton as Interim Chief Executive

Leeds City Council has unanimously voted to appoint Mariana Pexton as the interim chief executive. Currently serving as the council’s director of strategy and resources, Mariana Pexton will assume her new role later this month, following the departure of the current chief executive, Tom Riordan. Pexton will make history as the first woman to…
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Councillor James Lewis and Councillor Jess Lennox
16th August 2024
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Leeds Celebrates Grand Opening of Community-Focused Housing Scheme for Seniors

Middleton’s Gascoigne House, a highly commended extra care housing scheme, has reached a significant milestone, greatly enhancing the lives of older residents in Leeds. Since opening its doors in October of the previous year, it has provided seniors with the chance to live independently, offering essential on-site support as needed. All 60 apartments at…
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D-Day in the United Kingdom
31st May 2024
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Leeds Honors Heroes for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

As the country approaches the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Leeds is set to pay heartfelt tributes to the heroes of this pivotal moment in history. Next week, the city will host several commemorative events to honor those who served. June 6, 1944, marks one of the most significant dates in the history of modern…
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Electoral Commission
31st May 2024
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2024 General Election: Key Dates and Essential Information

Important Voter Information for Leeds Residents Ahead of the General Election. As the general election approaches on Thursday, July 4, residents of Leeds who plan to vote should take note of essential dates and procedures. With campaigning in full swing, it is crucial for all voters to understand the steps required for participation. The…
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Tom Riordan, the Chief Executive of Leeds City Council
10th May 2024
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Tom Riordan’s Tenure at Leeds City Council: A Decade of Impactful Leadership

Tom Riordan, the Chief Executive of Leeds City Council, has announced his decision to step down at the end of the year to pursue new opportunities. After a 14-year tenure leading the country’s second-largest local authority, Riordan feels it’s time to embrace new challenges. As one of the UK’s longest-serving local government chiefs, Riordan…
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5th April 2024
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£20million economic boost to West Yorkshire predicted as Yorkshire prepares to welcome 12,000 property, construction and government leaders at UKREiiF

UKREiiF is a forum for unlocking investment and driving regeneration and development across the UK to accelerate economic growth. Yorkshire is steadily preparing for the arrival of UKREiiF – ‘The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum’ in May, as event organisers confirm over 12,000 official event delegates are expected to be in attendance…
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Rachel Reeves and Tom Riordan
19th January 2024
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Yorkshire to showcase regeneration and development opportunities at UKREiiF to drive investment, economic growth and job creation

Yorkshire is set to have a huge presence at a major UK forum that is focused on connecting investors and developers with sustainable and inclusive regeneration opportunities. Over 12,000 domestic and international investors, developers, and built environment thought leaders will head to Leeds in May for The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum,…
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The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum UKREiiF
24th November 2023
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Leeds wins bid to keep UKREiiF in the city for future years

Following an exploration of potential host cities, the organisers behind the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum have announced that it will remain in Leeds for the foreseeable future. Formed in 2022 UKREiiF has quickly become the UK’s leading platform in the regeneration, development and property sectors – becoming Europe’s fastest growing industry…
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A panel discussion at the launch of the new Marmot partnership.
16th June 2023
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New partnership aims to deliver a fairer and healthier Leeds

A major new programme designed to make Leeds a fairer and healthier place to live has been formally launched with a visit to the city by a world-renowned academic, researcher and campaigner. Leeds City Council and University College London’s Institute of Health Equity (IHE) are spearheading the two-year project, which will tackle health inequalities…
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Your Vote Matters
31st March 2023
3 mins read

Call for registration to vote in local Leeds elections

Important information for voters about Leeds City Council and local parish council elections in May. Residents of Leeds who are not registered to vote are encouraged to do so now ahead of the local and parish council elections in May. In order to vote in the elections which take place on Thursday 4 May,…
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His Majesty The King was welcomed to the library by The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Robert W Gettings MBE JP.
11th November 2022
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Landmark day for Leeds as city welcomes His Majesty The King

His Majesty The King was welcomed to Leeds for his first visit to the city since ascending to the throne. After arriving at historic Leeds Central Library, His Majesty The King unveiled a special plaque to mark the 10th anniversary of the Child Friendly Leeds initiative, which was launched by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth…
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Residents in Leeds with postal votes for the Headingley Neighbourhood Plan referendum taking place this month are being encouraged to return their completed voting pack as soon as possible to avoid it being caught up in planned Royal Mail strike action.
11th November 2022
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Headingley postal voters urged to return planning referendum votes promptly due to expected Royal Mail strike action

Headingley Neighbourhood Plan referendum taking place on Thursday 24 November. Residents in Leeds with postal votes for the Headingley Neighbourhood Plan referendum taking place this month are being encouraged to return their completed voting pack as soon as possible to avoid it being caught up in planned Royal Mail strike action. Postal voting packs…
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