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Historic Leeds 400 challenge calls on city to go the extra mile: Whats your 400 1080x1350px 1

25 Mar 2026

Historic Leeds 400 challenge calls on city to go the extra mile

The people of Leeds have the chance to be part of 400 years of history by answering the call to take part in a unique new city-wide challenge.

Launching today, the What’s Your 400? campaign has issued a rallying cry to individuals, groups and communities across the city, asking them to get involved in celebrations to mark 400 years since Leeds was awarded its first city charter.

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Camera enforcement trial launches at two School Streets in Leeds: DSC03233-2

25 Mar 2026

Camera enforcement trial launches at two School Streets in Leeds

Leeds City Council has introduced camera enforcement at two existing School Streets to improve compliance with traffic restrictions and support safer and more sustainable travel. 

Road safety

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25 Mar 2026

Inspectors set out positive way forward for council's housing service

Leeds City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, good-quality homes for its tenants following an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH).

Housing

Stop thief – Leeds City Council trials latest York stone theft deterrent technology: DNA Stone Marking 2

24 Mar 2026

Stop thief – Leeds City Council trials latest York stone theft deterrent technology

Council trials DNA marking technology for York stone paving

Highways

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24 Mar 2026

Next phase of low-carbon heat network set to reach thousands more residents

The next phase of Leeds’ low-carbon heat network is set to move forward with senior leaders having approved the appointment of a new delivery and funding partner.

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Trial of third innovative pothole repair system underway: Thermal Testing

20 Mar 2026

Trial of third innovative pothole repair system underway

A third innovative pothole repair system is being trialled as part of Leeds City Council’s investment to improve the speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness of pothole repairs across the city.

Highways