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Leeds comes together to stop loan sharks: Dave Benbow and Cllr Asghar Khan with charter

10 Jul 2026

Leeds comes together to stop loan sharks

The council and other key organisations in the city have gathered to sign a charter to work together to combat illegal money lending. 

At an event at the Civic Hall earlier this week (8 July), a wide range of advice agencies, third-sector organisations and statutory services shared information on work being done and best practice.

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City restoration project bridges the gap between past and present: image00001-4

10 Jul 2026

City restoration project bridges the gap between past and present

Memories of a pioneering Leeds landmark have been revisited thanks to a historic city restoration project.

Centenary Bridge, which spans the River Aire between The Calls and Brewery Wharf, has been spruced up as the city marks 400 years since being awarded its first royal charter by King Charles I.

Originally constructed in 1993, at that time the bridge was the first river crossing built in the city for more than a century, and its distinctive sweeping design has since become a much-loved riverside feature.

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Hang in there: secure cycle hangars launched to help cyclists keep bikes safe: Hooplr Cycle Hangar Launch 1

09 Jul 2026

Hang in there: secure cycle hangars launched to help cyclists keep bikes safe

An on-demand cycle parking scheme has launched in Leeds today, aiming to help cyclists keep their bikes secure when travelling around the city.

 

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Leeds steps up citywide response to tackle youth inactivity and NEET challenge: Councillor James Lewis opening the NEET event at Elland road

08 Jul 2026

Leeds steps up citywide response to tackle youth inactivity and NEET challenge

Leeds has taken a significant step forward by uniting partners from across the city to strengthen the ambition to help every young person unlock their potential and successfully access education, meaningful employment, or training.

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How you can celebrate Leeds 400 this weekend: Minster-2

06 Jul 2026

How you can celebrate Leeds 400 this weekend

This weekend (July 11-12) will see a spectacular series of events take place across the city as Leeds celebrates 400 years since being awarded its very first royal charter by King Charles I.

Leeds 400 has already seen communities, groups and organisations across Leeds come together to host events and activities to mark the historic milestone.

Here’s a selection of some of the top events people can attend this weekend to celebrate a very special moment in the story of Leeds.

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