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Leeds

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...
Bradford & Keighley

Keighley rail station’s multi-million pound repair scheme gains momentum

A multi-million-pound scheme to repair Keighley’s crumbling rail station could finally be moving ahead soon, years after it was first proposed. Network Rail first announced...
Bradford & Keighley

Quarter of Bradford residents continue to live in ‘food deserts’

Almost a quarter of Bradford residents live in “food deserts” – areas where there is little access to fresh, healthy food. The number rises to...
Leeds

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...
North East

Protestor who accused social services of ‘child cruelty’ ordered to pay council £15,000

A protestor who accused social services of 'child cruelty' has been ordered to pay the council £15k. Orangzabe Latif has made a number of allegations...
North East

Newcastle City Council to go ahead with pedestrianisation despite challenges.

Council bosses have not given up on major pedestrianisation plans in Newcastle city centre, despite shelving a bid to ban traffic from one of...
Leeds

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...
Bradford & Keighley

Bradford gift card scheme achieves milestone by raising £60,000

Businesses are hailing a ‘shop local’ initiative a success for showcasing Bradford’s offering, locking money in locally, and bringing new people to the city. A...
Kirklees

Police in Kirklees appeal for information on man wanted in relation to burglary offence

Police in Kirklees are appealing for information to help trace Yasser Hussain from Dewsbury, wanted in relation to a burglary offence. Officers would like to...
North East

Newcastle taxis adopt black and white makeover to combat unlicensed drivers

Newcastle’s taxis are set for a black and white makeover in a bid to stop unlicensed drivers preying on vulnerable people. Council chiefs have announced...
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