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Student safety fears over possible redevelopment in ‘grotty’ area

Students could be at risk if the proposed building of new university accommodation in a “grotty” part of Leeds city centre goes ahead, it’s...

Office and car park plans on hold after error

Controversial plans to build more offices close to Leeds Station remain undecided, after a paperwork error by the city council. Developers want to put up...

Calls for second homes tax

Property owners with a second home in Leeds should pay double on their council tax, according to the city’s Liberal Democrats. The party’s local leader...

Pledge made as ‘Ruby’ case debated by councillors

Leeds City Council has promised it will never again place a child in the care of a convicted paedophile, after an appalling failure within...

Sexist ‘double standards’ attacked

A Liberal Democrat councillor has attacked sexist “double standards” he says have been displayed by fellow elected members in Leeds. Sandy Lay, who represents Otley...

Police primed for ‘potential unrest’ at polling stations over voter ID

Police are preparing for “potential unrest” at polling stations during the upcoming local elections, where voter ID will be required for the first time. A...

Tyne Tunnel boss quits

The boss of the Tyne Tunnel has left his job. Philip Smith has quit as chief executive of tunnel operator TT2 to “pursue new opportunities”,...

Councillor pays tribute to Alwoodley community spirit as he stands down

A north Leeds Conservative councillor has paid tribute to his community’s spirit, as he prepares to stand down after nearly a decade of service. Councillor...

Plying for hire and poor behaviour: why taxi drivers have lost their licences

Plying for hire and “inappropriate behaviour” are the most common reasons behind Leeds taxi drivers losing their licences, council data has shown. Since 2019, 86...

Use culture to revive town and city centres – mayor

Culture should be used to coax people back into struggling town and city centres, West Yorkshire’s mayor has said. Tracy Brabin said high streets across...

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