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Report highlights work in Leeds to meet increasing demand for foster carers: Annual fostering report 2

07 Feb 2025

Report highlights work in Leeds to meet increasing demand for foster carers

A new report has highlighted the extensive work in Leeds to recruit and support foster carers as the city strives to meet an ever-increasing demand for placements to help change the lives of looked after children.

Fostering

Hop inside Miffy’s world as museum celebrates iconic character’s birthday: image00010-2

07 Feb 2025

Hop inside Miffy’s world as museum celebrates iconic character’s birthday

One of the world’s most beloved bunnies has hopped into Leeds City Museum this week, inviting visitors to celebrate a very special birthday.

From Friday (Feb 7) museum-goers can step inside the world of international phenomenon Miffy, the adorable rabbit created by Dutch artist and illustrator Dick Bruna, as the iconic character marks her 70th anniversary with a new exhibition.

Leeds City Museum Arts Museums and galleries

Senior councillors set to give new Assisted Living Leeds headquarters final green light: Assisted Living Leeds Clarence Road current HQ

06 Feb 2025

Senior councillors set to give new Assisted Living Leeds headquarters final green light

Funding approval sought to refurbish new base in Stourton

Adult social care

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06 Feb 2025

Council sets out vision for 'fairer' housing market as Right to Buy conversation continues

Leeds City Council has added its voice to the national conversation about plans for the reform of England’s Right to Buy housing scheme.

Housing

Funding secured for city’s popular neighbourhood networks: Neighbourhood networks 1

04 Feb 2025

Funding secured for city’s popular neighbourhood networks

A network of lifeline organisations which support older residents across the city has seen funding secured for the year ahead as the council reaffirms its commitment to making Leeds the best place to grow old.

Adult social care