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10 Oct 2023
New Children’s Mayor of Leeds officially announced, following record turn out
On Friday 6 October, Mohammed Hussein, aged 10, from Ireland Wood Primary School was announced at the new children’s mayor of Leeds, by the Lord Mayor Councillor Al Garthwaite at a special event at Leeds Civic Hall.
09 Oct 2023
Light switch sees cities swap stunning cultural creations
A unique arts exchange project will see Europe’s cultural capital send a dazzling light installation to Leeds this week.
For this year’s spectacular Light Night, Leeds and Timisoara in Romania will each host stunning illuminated artworks created more than a thousand miles apart in cities both enjoying landmark cultural celebrations.
Timisoara is a current European Capital of Culture for 2023, whilst Leeds has spent the past year showcasing the best of its arts, culture and heritage during Leeds 2023.
06 Oct 2023
Leeds City Council reinforces focus on public safety with new WalkSafe app partnership
New app is now live and free to download
06 Oct 2023
Fly tipper hit with large fine after being caught in the act
A fly tipper, who dumped construction waste on the side of Trafford Grove, Harehills, has been ordered to pay over £1,900 in fines and costs, after a successful prosecution by Leeds City Council.
02 Oct 2023
Major upgrade of telecare services in Leeds successfully completed
Infrastructure and equipment upgraded from analogue to digital
02 Oct 2023
Antique photo find takes librarians on surprise voyage of discovery
A classic case of not judging a book by its cover took librarians in Leeds on a fascinating photographic journey through a daring Antarctic rescue mission.
During routine cataloguing in Leeds Central Library’s strongroom, special collections librarian Rhian Isaac found what appeared to be an unassuming family photo album tucked away on a shelf.
25 Sep 2023
Construction scheduled for second phase of £23m Connecting West Leeds transport improvements
The first phase of highways improvements along the A6120 Outer Ring Road are already underway, with the second phase of work programmed following a positive response to the consultation.
22 Sep 2023
New network launched to support businesses to drive forward inclusive growth
Leeds City Council has launched a new network to support large businesses across Leeds to drive forward positive social outcomes and contribute to the delivery of inclusive growth across the city.
22 Sep 2023
Dream a little dream of Leeds as Light Night returns
The streets of Leeds will transform into a dazzling dream world next month when the exciting spectacle of Light Night Leeds returns.
The two-night cultural event will be back on October 12 and 13, illuminating some of the city’s most recognisable buildings, streets and spaces with a compelling programme of more than 50 arts installations.