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“I was in tears,” Kerala born professor in Leeds University recalls his journey to the top, after being honoured by the King.

On 16 June, Friday, the full list of King’s Honours was revealed and published by the Government. The King’s honours are an attempt at...

Children in Leeds struggle amidst poverty crisis, contradicting the Government statistics

Children in Leeds are “literally dying” from poverty, despite government statistics suggesting the overall situation is improving, a senior councillor has said. Numbers from the...

£1 million funding allocated to address anti-social behaviour in West Yorkshire with holistic approach

A £1 million funding pot will be used to tackle anti-social behaviour in West Yorkshire, but the work will not just be focused on...

Police suspicions: New restaurant raises concerns of being a front for troubled former bar owner

A new restaurant on the site of a former bar with a history of violence and stabbings has applied for a licence to sell...

Leeds Beckett University to host international conference on inclusion in the media at Leeds School of Arts

Leeds Beckett University will host the 11th annual conference of the European Society for Periodicals Research (ESPRit) at Leeds School of Arts on 27-29...

Leeds hospitals take step to alleviate NHS operations backlog, creating additional theatre space

More theatre space will be created at two Leeds’ hospitals in a bid to tackle the crippling NHS operations backlog. Subject to planning permission, more...

Roundhay park visitors instructed to avoid barbecues

Parks are out of question for summer barbecues. Visitors at Roundhay Park in Leeds have been warned to avoid lighting barbecues. Senior Councillor Mohammed Rafique said...

Waiting lists for children swimming lessons increase as qualified teachers remain scarce

Lengthy waiting lists for child swimming lessons in Leeds have been partly blamed on a shortage of qualified teachers. Leeds City Council said it was...

Family rewarded £7,000 in compensation after council’s negligence towards child’s education

A family has been awarded more than £7,000 in compensation after Leeds City Council were accused of having 'lost control' of their son’s education. The...

Trailblazing Bengali councillor sets a new course for Leeds

It might appear to be shocking for some people that a city with a rich and diverse culture had never had a Bengali councillor...

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