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11 Dec 2025

Planning enforcement action gets results after unauthorised work at property

Leeds City Council has reminded people of the need to abide by planning rules and regulations after enforcement action led to an expensive day in court for one local property owner.

Planning

Senior councillors updated on big green steps taken toward net zero goal: Civic Hall

11 Dec 2025

Senior councillors updated on big green steps taken toward net zero goal

Leeds has taken significant steps in response to the climate emergency declared in 2019, as outlined in a report set to be presented to senior council leaders on Wednesday (17 December). 

The report details the work undertaken by Leeds City Council over the last 12 months towards becoming the UK’s first net zero and nature positive city.

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Remembering the Leeds Kirkgate Market fire, 50 years on: 1975 fire 1

10 Dec 2025

Remembering the Leeds Kirkgate Market fire, 50 years on

It was Leeds Kirkgate Market’s darkest day – but also one that brought the city together in a remarkable show of resilience and fighting spirit.

Markets

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10 Dec 2025

Reminder about cost of living advice and support for winter

Leeds City Council is sharing a reminder of the support around for anyone struggling this winter.

Cost of living

Demolition work sets the stage for regeneration of eyesore flats site in Leeds: Kingsdale 1

03 Dec 2025

Demolition work sets the stage for regeneration of eyesore flats site in Leeds

Demolition work is in full swing at an eyesore complex of empty flats as Leeds City Council pushes forward with plans to transform the site with new-build affordable homes.

Housing