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Leeds City Council is backing the first phase of West Yorkshire’s mass transit scheme, in a report due to go before senior councillors next week.

The city’s senior councillors are set to hear more about inspiring plans to honour some of the trailblazing women who have made history in Leeds.

Members of Leeds City Council’s executive board will next week be asked to give their backing to plans to add the names of six inspirational women to the walls of the council chamber at Leeds Civic Hall.

Leeds City Council chief executive Tom Riordan has confirmed his leaving plans after being appointed to a leading role in driving the improvement of health outcomes across the country. 

Kirkgate Market will play host to a special event showcasing a range of support services on offer in Leeds as the city comes together to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2024.

A compelling programme of illuminated artworks will wow crowds in Leeds this October when the dazzling spectacle of Light Night Leeds returns for its landmark 20^th edition.

The UK’s largest light art festival, Light Night will be back in Leeds city centre on October 24 and 25, bringing a programme of incredible, large-scale projections, live street theatre and interactive installations to some of the city’s most recognisable buildings and locations.

Leeds City Council has joined forces with more than 100 other local authorities to highlight the collective role they can play in tackling the country’s housing crisis.

Young people across Leeds are celebrating after receiving their GCSE results today.

Council-run museums and galleries in Leeds have generated a staggering £41.7m for the local economy in the last year, a new report has revealed.

Compiled by Leeds Museums and Galleries, the impressive economic impact report shows the popular visitor attractions have also given a big boost to local jobs as well as supporting businesses and schools.

As the bank holiday approaches, park visitors are reminded that barbecues are not permitted in Leeds parks, to protect the parks and their wildlife.

Young people in Leeds are celebrating after receiving their A-level and other post-16 results today.