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North East councils could be ‘big losers’ in huge Government funding reforms

Parts of the North East could be “big losers” from a Labour overhaul of how crisis-hit town halls are funded, a new report has...

“We bring home with us”: Asian Standard speaks to the creators of RIDE!, a Bradford 2025 production amplifying Gypsy and Traveller voices

In a sports hall in Holmewood, something extraordinary is unfolding. A scrap-metal collector. A grandmother passing down sacred rituals. A young boy forced to...

Mayor accused of breaking crime commitment as Met Police confirms almost half of London’s front counters will close

Sir Sadiq Khan has been accused of failing to honour a manifesto promise to maintain a police front office counter in all 32 London...

Pawnbroker submits fresh plans for modern signage on listed building

Bradford residents are “fed up” with owners making major alterations to historic buildings and asking for permission afterwards – the Chair of a local...

University of Huddersfield to become new home of Musica Kirklees

The University of Huddersfield is to become the home of Musica Kirklees, a music charity providing education and opportunities since the 1990s. Musica Kirklees teaches...

Channel 4 News noise concerns over pub licence

A new pub could open until 2am despite concerns that noise from drinkers would disrupt TV news broadcasts. Brewery Wharf Tavern hopes to be granted...

‘It’s been an absolute privilege’ – students praise Huddersfield MP’s summer school

Students have told of the “absolute privilege” of taking part in a new initiative from Huddersfield MP Harpreet Uppal, which is set to return...

Empty city centre shop to be revived as mini market

A new mini market can open in a unit between the new Bradford Live venue and the Alhambra Theatre after plans were approved. 34 Great...

Two men charged after cannabis farm found in Wyke, Bradford

Two men have been charged after police executed a warrant at a business premises on Station Road, Wyke. Officers discovered a large cannabis farm with...

Mobile prison van launched in Bradford to deter youth crime

A unique crime prevention initiative aimed at educating young people in Bradford about the realities of prison life launched on Wednesday evening, 16 July,...

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