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Kirkgate Market community hub and library fit for future: Kirkgate Community Hub opening group.jpg

16 Jan 2026

Kirkgate Market community hub and library fit for future

A key support hub for Leeds residents has received a full refurb, including new glass panelling to make sure it’s warm and inviting in the winter months.

This is the most recent move from the council in its commitment to continue investing in Leeds Kirkgate Market and its future.

Council services Libraries

Leeds renews cycling's French connection with Grand Départ host city role: TDF Event 1

15 Jan 2026

Leeds renews cycling's French connection with Grand Départ host city role

The international sporting spotlight is set to shine on Leeds once again following its confirmation as a host location for the Grand Départ of 2027’s Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

Leisure and sport Events

Heart of Holbeck investment programme starts on site with housing renewal: Equans Holbeck Before - Jan 2026-10

13 Jan 2026

Heart of Holbeck investment programme starts on site with housing renewal

The third phase of Holbeck housing renewal is set to bring warmer, greener homes in 2026.

Housing

Coffee pod recycling trial begins at Leeds household waste recycling centres: Podback banks at Kirkstall - Cllr Rafique - landscape

12 Jan 2026

Coffee pod recycling trial begins at Leeds household waste recycling centres

Used coffee pods can now be recycled at three household waste recycling centres in Leeds with a new trial underway.

Bin collections/waste services Environment

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12 Jan 2026

High praise for 'exceptional' Leeds children's home rated outstanding for eighth time

A Leeds children’s home which provides short breaks and respite for children and young people with complex needs and disabilities has been rated outstanding by Ofsted for the eighth time in a row.

Children's services

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12 Jan 2026

Ancient discoveries reveal fascinating highway through history

Ancient artefacts unearthed and collected during the construction of a huge Leeds transport project have been preserved at a Leeds museum.

Spanning more than six thousand years of the city’s history, the remarkable archive includes a beautifully preserved prehistoric arrowhead, a Bronze Age axe, medieval pottery and a 300-year-old pair of nutcrackers.

Museums and galleries Arts Leeds 400