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# Asian Standard Newspaper

Britain’s leading regional ethnic media title platforming the South Asian community with a view to reaching wider communities

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- [One of Bradford's oldest South Asian family businesses enters a new era with the launch of Bombay Bazaar](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/one-of-bradfords-oldest-south-asian-family-businesses-enters-a-new-era-with-the-launch-of-bombay-bazaar/) - One of Bradford's longest-established South Asian family businesses is preparing to begin its biggest chapter yet, almost six decades after a young couple arrived in the city with just £50 in their pocket. Bombay Stores, the iconic independent retailer that has served generations of families since 1967, has announced the launch of Bombay Bazaar, a
- [London has weakest tax powers of any major G7 city, new research finds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-has-weakest-tax-powers-of-any-major-g7-city-new-research-finds/) - London has the weakest tax-raising powers of any major city across the G7, according to new research that is prompting fresh calls for greater fiscal devolution to the capital. The findings come as incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares to enter Downing Street, having pledged to shift power away from Westminster and towards regional mayors
- [Tower Hamlets cabinet members told to work three days a week after allowance rise](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tower-hamlets-cabinet-members-told-to-work-three-days-a-week-after-allowance-rise/) - Senior councillors in Tower Hamlets have been told they must work at least three days a week after voting through a significant increase in their annual allowances. Mayor Lutfur Rahman announced on 15 July that members of his cabinet had signed an agreement committing to the minimum attendance requirement, saying residents expected high standards from
- [Third Kirklees Reform councillor faces backlash over alleged ‘Islam-free’ social media posts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/third-kirklees-reform-councillor-faces-backlash-over-alleged-islam-free-social-media-posts/) - A third Reform UK councillor in Kirklees is facing scrutiny over a series of alleged historic social media posts, including one calling for England to be made “Islam-free”. The controversy comes just days after Reform UK took control of Kirklees Council, with group leader Sarah Wood elected as council leader. Now, cllr Eric Butterworth, who
- [Bradford's new Reform leader says city 'far from the place it should be' in first address; sparks criticism](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-new-reform-leader-says-city-far-from-the-place-it-should-be-in-first-address-sparks-criticism/) - Bradford Council's new Reform UK leader has used his first official report to launch a broad attack on the previous Labour administration, opposition parties and the state of Bradford city centre. Councillor Stephen Place, who became leader following May's local elections, told a full council meeting that Reform UK's breakthrough victory represented a "seismic change"
- [More than 800 Teesside steel jobs protected after British Steel nationalisation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-than-800-teesside-steel-jobs-protected-after-british-steel-nationalisation/) - Hundreds of jobs on Teesside have been safeguarded after the Government officially brought British Steel back into public ownership. Industry Minister and Stockton North MP Chris McDonald visited the Teesside Beam Mill at Lackenby, near Redcar, following the announcement, meeting local management and trade union representatives. The Lackenby beam mill and British Steel's special profiles
- [Leisure centre project faces final hurdle as costs rise by £5m](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leisure-centre-project-faces-final-hurdle-as-costs-rise-by-5m/) - Bradford Council has been urged to move forward with plans for a new leisure centre at Squire Lane, despite the estimated cost of the project increasing by £5 million. A report due to be considered by the council's executive says the scheme's projected cost has risen from £27.9 million to £32.9 million because of ongoing
- [Families urge Leeds Council to rethink SEND school transport cuts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/families-urge-leeds-council-to-rethink-send-school-transport-cuts/) - Families have urged Leeds City Council to rethink its decision to end free school transport for many young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) over the age of 16. Parents said the policy has left families facing uncertainty over how teenagers will travel to school or college when the new academic year begins
- [More than 4,000 sign plea to protect vulnerable people from social media filming](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-than-4000-sign-plea-to-protect-vulnerable-people-from-social-media-filming/) - A campaign calling for action against social media creators who film vulnerable people on Newcastle's streets has attracted more than 4,000 signatures. The petition, launched by North Shields resident Christine Gray, urges authorities and social media platforms to tackle videos showing people who are sleeping rough, intoxicated, or experiencing mental health crises. Christine said she
- [Kirklees deadlock ends as Reform UK’s Sarah Wood elected council leader](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-deadlock-ends-as-reform-uks-sarah-wood-elected-council-leader/) - After more than two months of political deadlock, Kirklees Council has finally elected a new leader. Reform UK's Sarah Wood has secured a victory in a closely fought leadership contest against cllr Andrew Cooper. The breakthrough came during a third attempt to elect a leader on 15 July, ending weeks of uncertainty that had left
- [Thousands of homes hit by hours-long water outage after pipe bursts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thousands-of-homes-hit-by-hours-long-water-outage-after-pipe-bursts/) - Thousands of homes across West London were left without running water for several hours after a major burst pipe caused widespread disruption on Tuesday evening. The incident began at around 7.30pm, initially affecting homes in Chiswick before spreading to parts of Acton, Shepherd's Bush and White City. Residents reported having no access to running water,
- [Rat droppings on food packaging and live cockroaches found at Middlesbrough store](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rat-droppings-on-food-packaging-and-live-cockroaches-found-at-middlesbrough-store/) - A Middlesbrough food store has been forced to close after inspectors discovered rat droppings, dead cockroaches and flies among food products. The Authentic African Food Store on Kings Road, North Ormesby, was issued with a hygiene emergency prohibition order by Teesside Magistrates Court after environmental health officers found what were described as serious hygiene risks.
- [More than 200 delegates gather in Leeds to address racism and inequality](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-than-200-delegates-gather-in-leeds-to-address-racism-and-inequality/) - Barely a week passes without reports of racism, discrimination or hate crimes making headlines across Britain. Against that backdrop, more than 200 activists, academics, lawyers, campaigners and community leaders gathered in Leeds for the Northern Race Equality Conference 2026 to discuss how communities can respond to growing racial tensions and inequality. The conference, organised by
- [Love kebabs? The hunt for Britain's best kebab is officially on](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/love-kebabs-the-hunt-for-britains-best-kebab-is-officially-on/) - As the British Kebab Awards prepares to celebrate its 15th anniversary, food lovers across the country are being invited to show their support for the businesses that have helped make kebabs one of Britain's most popular foods. The awards, which have become one of the most recognised events in the UK's hospitality calendar, celebrate the
- [Newham council to investigate pension funds linked to Israel-Gaza conflict](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-council-to-investigate-pension-funds-linked-to-israel-gaza-conflict/) - Newham councillors have unanimously backed plans to investigate whether council workers pension funds are invested in companies linked to Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories. The move follows a long-running campaign by the Newham Palestine Solidarity Campaign, which has called on the authority to withdraw investments from firms it says are involved in the conflict in
- [Thousands of gravestones checked as Newcastle launches new safety inspections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/housands-of-gravestones-checked-as-newcastle-launches-new-safety-inspections/) - Newcastle City Council says it is taking a more sensitive approach to cemetery safety inspections as it prepares to carry out a fresh round of checks on headstones across the city. The move comes after widespread criticism in 2023 when hundreds of memorials were laid flat following safety inspections, leaving many bereaved families upset when
- [Huddersfield MP’s summer school gives young people a taste of politics and public life](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-mps-summer-school-gives-young-people-a-taste-of-politics-and-public-life/) - Young people from across Huddersfield were given a behind-the-scenes look at politics, business and public life during a week-long summer school hosted by local MP Harpreet Uppal. The second annual Political Summer School welcomed a group of 18 to 24-year-olds from across the constituency, with the aim of helping them gain new skills, experiences and
- [Bradford City Village plans gather pace with housing deal signed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/first-phase-of-bradfords-city-village-set-to-start-after-landmark-agreement/) - Bradford’s city village regeneration scheme finally steps up as it has officially appointed Incommunities as a delivery partner. The work is set to begin later this summer The appointment of the Bradford-based housing association, which had long been identified as the preferred partner for the first phase of the project, also unlocks key government funding
- [North East bus reform plans underestimated by £104m after audit review](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-bus-reform-plans-underestimated-by-104m-after-audit-review/) - Plans to bring the North East's bus network under public control will cost more than £100 million extra after auditors uncovered a major error in the financial modelling behind the scheme. An independent review found that mayor Kim McGuinness' flagship bus franchising proposals had failed to include staffing costs worth £104.9 million over a 30-year
- [Tributes pour in after young Punjabi woman murdered in west London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tributes-pour-in-after-young-punjabi-woman-murdered-in-west-london/) - Tributes have begun pouring in from across Britain's Punjabi community following the death of Kirandeep Kaur, a 24-year-old student-turned-worker whose family had sacrificed everything to give her a future in the UK. Kirandeep died after a stabbing at a property on Uxbridge Road in Hayes, west London, on Sunday morning (12 July). The Metropolitan Police
- [Eight remain in custody over alleged terror plot targeting UK Muslim gathering](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/eight-remain-in-custody-over-alleged-terror-plot-targeting-uk-muslim-gathering/) - Counter terror officers are continuing searches at six addresses after 12 people were arrested in connection with an alleged extreme right-wing terror plot targeting one of the UK's largest Muslim gatherings. The investigation centres on the UK Ijtima, a major Islamic event held at Shrubland Hall, near Ipswich, which brought together around 15,000 Muslims from Eight men remain in custody after police obtained further detention warrants as investigations continue into an alleged extreme right-wing terror plot targeting one of the UK's largest Islamic gatherings.
- [Newham councillor dodges questions over free parking pledge and Sadiq Khan clash](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-councillor-dodges-questions-over-free-parking-pledge-and-sadiq-khan-clash/) - A senior Newham councillor has avoided directly answering questions over whether Labour’s plans to introduce free parking in the borough could clash with policies set by Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan. The ruling Labour group pledged during this year’s local election campaign to provide one free parking permit for every household and introduce one
- [Victorian character to return to Oak Lane as new shop fronts approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/victorian-character-to-return-to-oak-lane-as-new-shop-fronts-approved/) - Plans to replace modern shop frontages in a Bradford conservation area with more traditional designs have been approved by Bradford Council. The proposals relate to 115–117 Oak Lane in Manningham and were submitted following what planning documents described as ongoing enforcement issues linked to unauthorised alterations. The buildings sit within the North Park Road Conservation
- [How one East London artist turned family photographs into a tribute to the generation that came before](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/we-came-from-humble-beginnings-how-one-east-london-artist-turned-family-photographs-into-a-tribute-to-the-generation-that-came-before/) - Every family has photographs that capture moments in time but leave questions unanswered. For East London artist Sameer Qureshi, revisiting his mother's old photo albums became an opportunity to understand the lives his parents and grandparents lived before he was born and the legacy, they left behind. That journey is at the heart of ‘The
- [London's community kitchens bring generations together through food](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/londons-community-kitchens-bring-generations-together-through-food/) - Community kitchens are doing far more than teaching people how to cook. From church halls and gurdwaras to community centres and charity-run kitchens, volunteers are helping preserve family recipes, reduce loneliness and bring people of all ages together through food. Whether it's showing someone how to knead dough, prepare seasonal dishes or recreate recipes that
- [New toolkit launched to tackle mistrust of medical research in ethnic minority communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-toolkit-launched-to-tackle-mistrust-of-medical-research-in-ethnic-minority-communities/) - A new toolkit designed to help rebuild trust in medical research among ethnic minority communities has been launched by researchers at the University of Leicester. The Co-Trust Toolkit was developed alongside ethnic minority communities themselves and aims to tackle longstanding concerns that have discouraged some people from taking part in medical studies and clinical trials.
- [COLUMN: When England Face Argentina, I'll Be Praying for England – And So Will Millions of British Muslims](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-when-england-face-argentina-ill-be-praying-for-england-and-so-will-millions-of-british-muslims/) - I'll begin with a confession: I'm not really a football fan. Give me a Test match at Headingley or an England cricket international and I'm perfectly happy. Cricket has always been my first sporting love. But on Wednesday night, like millions of others across the country, I'll be watching England take on Argentina in the
- [Everyone in London seems to have the same weekend plan: Haldiram's](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/everyone-in-london-seems-to-have-the-same-weekend-plan-haldiram/) - Suddenly every Indian food lover has their weekend plans sorted: queue up at Haldiram's first ever outlet. A wave of excitement has swept through London's Indian community after a viral video showed long queues forming outside Haldiram's newly opened Leicester Square restaurant. In a clip shared by Instagram account @views.we.explore, dozens of people can be
- [TfL and GLA hold more than £20bn in debt, new analysis shows](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tfl-and-gla-hold-more-than-20bn-in-debt-new-analysis-shows/) - Transport for London has emerged as the most indebted local authority body in the UK, with borrowing approaching £14 billion, according to new analysis. Research by the TaxPayers' Alliance found TfL held £13.96 billion of debt during 2025/26, making it the largest borrower among local authority organisations across the country. The Greater London Authority (GLA)
- [Evicted woman left with nothing after council's removal plan went wrong](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/evicted-woman-left-with-nothing-after-councils-removal-plan-went-wrong/) - A vulnerable West London woman lost all of her belongings after Hounslow Council failed to arrange the collection of her possessions following an eviction, an Ombudsman investigation has found. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has ordered Hounslow Council to apologise and pay the woman £7,100 in compensation after identifying a series of failings
- [Six Bradford parks named among the UK's best green spaces](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/six-bradford-parks-named-among-the-uks-best-green-spaces/) - Six parks across the Bradford district have retained their prestigious Green Flag status, securing recognition as some of the best managed green spaces in the country. Central Park in Haworth, Cliffe Castle Park in Keighley, Harold Park in Low Moor, Lister Park in Manningham, Peel Park in Bolton and Undercliffe, and Roberts Park in Saltaire
- [Newcastle extends late-night parking at Dean Street car park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-extends-late-night-parking-at-dean-street-car-park/) - Overnight parking at one of Newcastle's busiest city centre car parks is set to continue after a successful trial, while extended opening hours at another site will come to an end. Newcastle City Council introduced a six-month trial in November allowing both the Dean Street and Grainger Town multi-storey car parks to remain open overnight
- [Indian snack giant Haldiram’s to open London restaurant in June](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/indian-snack-giant-haldirams-to-open-london-restaurant-in-june/) - Indian snack giant Haldiram’s will be opening a brand new restaurant in June. Established in 1937, the Haldiram’s name has been bringing India together over flavourful, high-quality snacks and sweets. This June, Haldiram’s will open the doors to its brand new UK restaurant in Leicester Square (19-20 Irving Street). Asian Standard went onto the streets
- [From reggae to Hockney: 38 events planned as The Beacon returns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-reggae-to-hockney-38-events-planned-as-the-beacon-returns/) - A pop up arts venue will host 38 events when it returns to a Bradford park next month. The Beacon, a moveable arts hub created for Bradford's year as City of Culture, will be based at Wibsey Park throughout August. Throughout last spring and summer, the venue appeared in four parks across the district, with
- [Council reviews latest submissions for 33-home Huddersfield development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-reviews-latest-submissions-for-33-home-huddersfield-development/) - Plans to transform an abandoned Huddersfield site into 33 new homes have moved a step closer after developers submitted a series of reports aimed at satisfying council safety requirements. The former industrial plot on Dowker Street in Milnsbridge was granted planning permission earlier this year, with developers Westshield proposing a mix of one, two and
- [More vehicles could be granted access to Newham’s Healthy School Streets](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-vehicles-could-be-granted-access-to-newhams-healthy-school-streets/) - Newham Council is considering changes to its Healthy School Streets scheme that could allow more vehicles to access restricted roads during school drop off and pick up times. The scheme, which operates outside schools across the borough, limits vehicle access at the start and end of the school day in an effort to improve safety
- [Three jailed after man kidnapped, burned and blackmailed in 'torture-style' Bradford attack](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/three-jailed-after-man-kidnapped-burned-and-blackmailed-in-torture-style-bradford-attack/) - Three men have been jailed after kidnapping a man from a Bradford street before subjecting him to what a judge described as "torture-style violence", burning him and demanding money during a terrifying two-hour ordeal. Bradford Crown Court heard the victim was abducted from Thornton Road in Allerton on the evening of 18 November 2025 before
- [Residents urge council to tackle ‘dangerous’ parking near Batley schools](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-urge-council-to-tackle-dangerous-parking-near-batley-schools/) - Residents living near two Batley schools say they are "fed up" with dangerous and inconsiderate parking that regularly clogs a key commuter route during school pick-up times. Windmill Lane serves as the main access road to both Batley Girls High School and Windmill Primary School, which sit less than a two-minute walk apart. But locals
- [Police launch manhunt after Bradford shooting leaves man fighting for his life](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-launch-manhunt-after-bradford-shooting-leaves-man-fighting-for-his-life/) - Police have launched an urgent manhunt after a man was shot in the head in what detectives believe was a targeted firearms attack in Bradford. Officers investigating the shooting are appealing for information to trace Luqman Khan, 24, from Bradford, who is wanted in connection with the incident. Khan, described as an Asian man, is
- [Middlesbrough pays out £866k for pavement accident claims in four years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-pays-out-866k-for-pavement-accident-claims-in-four-years/) - More than £860,000 has been paid out in compensation following accidents on Middlesbrough's footpaths over the past four years, according to Freedom of Information. The data shows that between the 2022/23 and 2025/26 financial years, a total of £866,584 was paid out in claims linked to slips, trips and falls on pavements across the town.
- [Forgotten no more: Nearly 10,000 Indian soldiers finally honoured more than a century after the First World War](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/families-finally-find-answers-as-indian-ww1-soldiers-are-commemorated/) - Nearly 10,000 Indian Army servicemen from the First World War who were previously not formally commemorated have now been added to official casualty records in what is being described as a major historical correction more than a century after their deaths. On Monday 6 July, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission will announce that 9,909 Indian
- [Domestic abuse victim left in temporary housing despite warnings over safety risk](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/domestic-abuse-victim-left-in-temporary-housing-despite-warnings-over-safety-risk/) - A domestic abuse victim who received death threats was left living in temporary accommodation for years despite repeated warnings about the risks she faced, an ombudsman investigation has found. Barking and Dagenham Council has been ordered to apologise and pay compensation after the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman concluded that it failed to properly
- [Swing Bridge marks 150 years as search for repair funding continues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/swing-bridge-marks-150-years-as-search-for-repair-funding-continues/) - The search goes on for new funding to help fix Newcastle’s broken Swing Bridge and restore a Victorian engineering marvel to its former glory. Next week will mark 150 years since the famous crossing swung open for the first time, showcasing its visionary design and helping to transform the North East economy by allowing huge
- ['Not a North vs South thing': Rayner backs Burnham devolution plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/not-a-north-vs-south-thing-rayner-backs-burnham-devolution-plans/) - Angela Rayner has thrown her support behind Andy Burnham's plans to shift power away from Westminster, insisting his vision for greater devolution is about benefiting communities across the country rather than creating a North versus South divide. Speaking during a visit to Newcastle, the former Deputy Prime Minister backed Burnham's proposal to transfer more funding
- [Huddersfield town centre regeneration efforts continue with new planters](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-town-centre-regeneration-efforts-continue-with-new-planters/) - Efforts to revitalise Huddersfield town centre are continuing, with new planters being installed on the high street. This work aims to make the area more attractive for residents, visitors and businesses. The latest additions have been funded through the Welcome Back Fund, a programme introduced to encourage people back to town centres following the Covid-19
- [Hounslow Council used public funds to pay some staff and contractor fines, records reveal ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hounslow-council-used-public-funds-to-pay-some-staff-and-contractor-fines-records-reveal/) - Hounslow Council has been accused of double standards after records revealed public money was used in some instances to pay parking and driving penalties incurred by employees and contractors working on behalf of the authority. Data obtained through a Freedom of Information request shows that between April 2025 and March 2026, the council paid hundreds
- [Changes submitted to restoration plans for historic Dewsbury properties](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/changes-submitted-to-restoration-plans-for-historic-dewsbury-properties/) - Updated plans have been submitted for two historic buildings next to Dewsbury Arcade as work continues on one of the town's biggest regeneration projects. Kirklees Council purchased the neighbouring properties at 18-20 Corporation Street and 17 Foundry Street as part of wider efforts to restore and revitalise the historic arcade and surrounding town centre. The
- [First look reveal plans for historic Leeds Roundhouse transformation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/first-look-reveal-plans-for-historic-leeds-roundhouse-transformation/) - A Grade II* listed railway landmark in Leeds is set to be transformed into a padel sports centre and gym after councillors approved redevelopment plans. Ollo Padel has secured permission to convert the historic Roundhouse near Armley Gyratory into a sports and leisure venue featuring nine outdoor padel courts, indoor fitness facilities and event spaces.
- [West Yorkshire colleges set for £6.7m boost to tackle construction skills shortage](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-colleges-could-benefit-from-6-7m-boost-to-train-next-generation-of-construction-workers/) - Colleges across West Yorkshire could receive a share of more than £6.7 million in funding aimed at tackling a growing shortage of skilled construction workers across the region. Members of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority's Investment Board will next week consider proposals to approve £6.73 million for a major construction skills programme designed to help
- [Kirklees warned government could intervene if leadership deadlock continues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-warned-government-could-intervene-if-leadership-deadlock-continues/) - Kirklees Council has been warned that continued failure to elect a leader could ultimately result in intervention from central government, as concerns grow over the authority's ability to operate lawfully without executive leadership. A report published by Kirklees Council's Monitoring Officer, Samantha Lawton, has outlined the potential consequences of the ongoing political stalemate, which has
- [Public using nearly five times more water than they think, major campaign warns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/public-using-nearly-five-times-more-water-than-they-think-major-campaign-warns/) - The UK is grappling with another heatwave and growing concerns over water shortages. The worrying part is that very few people think about it. Little do we know where our water comes from every time we brush our teeth, bathe or wash our clothes. But when asked about water usage, almost all of us are
- [Homeless football tournament set to return to Middlesbrough](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/homeless-football-tournament-set-to-return-to-middlesbrough/) - Middlesbrough will once again host a football tournament aimed at supporting people experiencing homelessness and identifying talent for England’s Homeless World Cup squad. Preparations are underway for the second annual northern regional homeless football tournament, which will take place on September 3 at Middlesbrough Football Foundation’s Southlands facility. The event will bring together players from
- [£200,000 worth of drugs and cash seized in Bradford police raids](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/200000-worth-of-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-bradford-police-raids/) - Police have seized drugs and cash worth more than £200,000 after executing a series of warrants in the BD3 area of Bradford over the past two days. Officers from Bradford East Neighbourhood Policing Team, supported by the Precision Team, carried out the raids on 9 and 10 December as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt
- [Newcastle city centre footbridge could remain closed for up to five years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-city-centre-footbridge-could-remain-closed-for-up-to-five-years/) - A footbridge in Newcastle city centre could remain closed for up to five years as major redevelopment projects transform the area. The walkway over Durant Road has been shut due to construction work linked to Northumbria University's redevelopment of MEA House. Newcastle City Council said the bridge must remain closed because the staircase providing access
- [Councillor voices ‘incredible frustration’ after anti-social bike damage at Batley sports ground](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-voices-incredible-frustration-after-anti-social-bike-damage-at-batley-sports-ground/) - A Kirklees councillor has spoken of her “incredible frustration” after sports pitches in Batley were left badly damaged by what appeared to be off-road bikes. Photos taken at Batley ARLFC on July 5 showed tyre tracks covering large sections of the playing surface. Cllr Yusra Hussain described the damage as “really disappointing” and said it
- [Barking and Dagenham plans major reform of council services amid £43m savings challenge](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/barking-and-dagenham-plans-major-reform-of-council-services-amid-43m-savings-challenge/) - Residents could find it easier to contact Barking and Dagenham Council about issues such as council tax and housing repairs under a major transformation programme designed to improve services while delivering millions of pounds in savings. The council has unveiled plans for a three-year reform programme aimed at making services more efficient as it faces
- [Plan to open takeaway in area of ‘high obesity and diabetes' is refused](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-open-takeaway-in-area-of-high-obesity-and-diabetes-is-refused/) - Plans to open a new takeaway in a Bradford neighbourhood with high levels of obesity, diabetes and deprivation have been rejected by planners. The proposal sought permission to convert part of 30 Whetley Hill from a retail unit into a takeaway specialising in freshly prepared tandoor roti and traditional meals. However, Bradford Council refused the
- [Kirklees residents frustrated as council remains without a leader](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-residents-frustrated-as-council-remains-without-a-leader/) - The authority has been without a permanent political leader since the all-out elections in May resulted in no party securing overall control of the council. Attempts to appoint a leader have so far failed, with votes on May 20 and May 28 ending in a 29-29 tie between Green Party leader Andrew Cooper and Reform
- [Sir David Attenborough praises West Yorkshire’s first nature recovery strategy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sir-david-attenborough-praises-west-yorkshires-first-nature-recovery-strategy/) - National treasure Sir David Attenborough has backed a major strategy aimed at restoring nature, improving green spaces and tackling the effects of climate change across West Yorkshire. The broadcaster and environmental campaigner praised the region's first Local Nature Recovery Strategy, unveiled by West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin on Wednesday. The strategy sets out plans to
- [North East high street revival yet to deliver, mayor admits](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-high-street-revival-yet-to-deliver-mayor-admits/) - North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has admitted plans to revitalise struggling high streets across the region are progressing more slowly than she had hoped. Speaking at a meeting of the North East Mayoral Authority's Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Ms McGuinness acknowledged that efforts to boost town centres had not moved at the pace many residents
- [Closed Middlesbrough pub could reopen as shisha venue under new plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/closed-middlesbrough-pub-could-reopen-as-shisha-venue-under-new-plans/) - A former Middlesbrough pub could be given a new lease of life after plans were submitted to convert the building into a shisha lounge and bar. The Red Lion, located at the southern end of Linthorpe Road, has been closed since September 2024, according to the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). If approved by Middlesbrough
- [Newham mayor admits ‘things haven’t been perfect’ after Labour election losses](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-mayor-admits-things-havent-been-perfect-after-labour-election-losses/) - Newham’s new mayor has admitted that “things haven’t been perfect” following a difficult election that saw Labour lose dozens of council seats despite retaining control of the borough. Forhad Hussain, who was elected mayor on May 7, said the result sent a clear message that residents wanted improvements to everyday services including street cleaning, safety
- [Road beneath Gateshead Flyover ‘in no condition’ to reopen after demolition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/road-beneath-gateshead-flyover-in-no-condition-to-reopen-after-demolition/) - Drivers have been warned not to expect the road beneath the Gateshead Flyover to reopen once demolition of the structure is completed later this year. Gateshead Council says the route below the A167 flyover will be left in “no condition” for immediate use after the crumbling structure is removed. The flyover has been closed since
- [British Asian rugby pioneers honoured in parliament](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/british-asian-rugby-pioneers-honoured-in-parliament/) - The contribution of British Asian rugby players, coaches and volunteers has been celebrated at the heart of Westminster after a heritage exhibition highlighting their role in the sport was showcased in the UK Parliament. The Beyond the Try Line, Celebrating Community Heritage in Rugby exhibition was organised by the British Asian Rugby Association (BARA) and
- [Six months on, TEWV mental health inquiry remains without chair](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/six-months-on-tewv-mental-health-inquiry-remains-without-chair/) - A public inquiry into the scandal-hit Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys (TEWV) NHS Foundation Trust is still without a chair more than six months after it was announced. The Government has now said a chair will be appointed “soon”, but has not provided a timeline for when the inquiry will formally begin. Middlesbrough South and
- [Northumbria University seeks dozens of job cuts as financial pressures mount](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/northumbria-university-seeks-dozens-of-job-cuts-as-financial-pressures-mount/) - Staff at Northumbria University have been left “outraged” after plans emerged to cut dozens of academic jobs just months after a bitter dispute over pensions sparked weeks of strike action. The Newcastle-based university is seeking to reduce spending by £25 million by the end of December as it responds to ongoing financial pressures facing the
- [North East buses could return to public control for first time since the 1980s](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-buses-could-return-to-public-control-for-first-time-since-the-1980s/) - Taking control of the North East’s bus network away from private operators could lead to cheaper fares and more people using buses, a new assessment has found. The review found that Ms McGuinness’ proposed Angel Network franchise system would generate an estimated 15.7 million more journeys a year by 2059 compared with the current deregulated
- [Safety fears and antisocial behaviour putting Londoners off buses, Conservatives claim](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/safety-fears-and-antisocial-behaviour-putting-londoners-off-buses-conservatives-claim/) - Concerns over antisocial behaviour and personal safety are discouraging Londoners from using buses, according to the Conservative Party. This has called for tougher enforcement measures across the capital's transport network. The claims come as Transport for London (TfL) figures show bus demand fell by 1.5 per cent last year and remains 22.8 per cent below
- [Ealing Council to sell part of 135-year-old golf course amid ongoing dispute](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ealing-council-to-sell-part-of-135-year-old-golf-course-amid-ongoing-dispute/) - Ealing Council is considering plans to sell part of a historic Southall golf course while taking back control of the wider site as part of a proposed legal settlement. The proposals affect the West Middlesex Golf Club, which was established in 1891 and later redesigned in 1910 by five-time Open Championship winner James Braid. According
- [Ealing to invest £1.4m in town centres despite missing out on national funding ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ealing-to-invest-1-4m-in-town-centres-despite-missing-out-on-national-funding/) - Ealing Council has announced a £1.4 million programme to improve high streets and town centres across the borough after missing out on Government funding awarded to neighbouring authorities. The council's new Pride in Pla ce programme will focus on enhancing public spaces, supporting local communities and improving town centres through a community-led approach. Unlike nearby
- [Middlesbrough receives first primate licence application after rule change](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-receives-first-primate-licence-application-after-rule-change/) - Middlesbrough Council has received its first application from a resident seeking a licence to keep a primate under new national regulations introduced earlier this year. The legislation, which came into force in April, requires anyone wishing to keep monkeys, lemurs, marmosets and other primates in residential settings to obtain a licence from their local authority.
- [41 affordable homes promised - six years later, the project remains stalled](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/41-affordable-homes-promised-six-years-later-the-project-remains-stalled/) - Campaigners are calling on the Mayor of London to help break a long-running deadlock over a community-led housing development in Shadwell that has remained stalled for more than six years. The Cable Street Community Land Trust (CLT) was awarded a disused Transport for London (Tfl) site in 2018 with plans to build 41 permanently affordable
- [Historic England rejects listing application for former Pudsey Town Hall](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/historic-england-rejects-listing-application-for-former-pudsey-town-hall/) - Plans to sell Pudsey Town Hall are set to move forward after a bid to grant the historic building protected status was rejected by Historic England. Campaigners had hoped the Victorian building would be formally listed after Leeds City Council decided earlier this year to put the property on the market. The council voted in
- [£334m housing fund could unlock thousands of new homes across West Yorkshire](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/334m-housing-fund-could-unlock-thousands-of-new-homes-across-west-yorkshire/) - Sites across Bradford and the wider West Yorkshire region that could benefit from a £334 million housing investment programme are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks. The West Yorkshire Housing Investment Fund, backed by Government funding and administered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, aims to unlock stalled development sites and bring forward
- [COLUMN: When will we stop asking women about babies?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-when-will-we-stop-asking-women-about-babies/) - For many women, the question "When are you going to have children?" isn't harmless conversation. It is a painful reminder of a deeply personal journey. In this column, award winning beauty therapist and aesthetic practitioner Prity reflects on why families should replace pressure with compassion. This week, a client came into the clinic for what
- [‘How did we end up here?’ Residents demand answers over Food Hall U-turn](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/how-did-we-end-up-here-residents-demand-answers-over-food-hall-u-turn/) - Calls have been made for closer scrutiny of Kirklees Council’s regeneration strategy following concerns over the management of Huddersfield’s new Food Hall and the wider risks associated with the authority’s ‘Blueprint’ approach to town centre development. The issue was raised at Overview and Scrutiny Management Committee of the municipal year was held on 3 July
- [Can a women-led fashion show help tackle waste and period poverty? Bradford event hopes so](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/can-a-women-led-fashion-show-help-tackle-waste-and-period-poverty-bradford-event-hopes-so/) - It’s 2026, and the need to explain the dire consequences of fast fashion is no longer something we can afford to ignore. The time we live in now requires stronger action to support and protect the environment. Every year, around 1 billion garments are thrown away in the UK, with an estimated 30 per cent
- ['I was too scared to tell anyone': How bullying pushed a Bradford teenager to become a national boxing finalist](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/i-was-too-scared-to-tell-anyone-how-bullying-pushed-a-bradford-teenager-to-become-a-national-boxing-finalist/) - Bullying is a major barrier to personal growth and positive self-esteem. It can affect a person's ability to learn, instil fear and stress, and expose individuals to risks such as substance misuse, anxiety and depression. The consequences of bullying are well documented, with numerous studies highlighting its impact on a person's overall wellbeing. But a
- [The London restaurant that left one New Yorker dreaming of an Empire Empire in NYC](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-london-restaurant-that-left-one-new-yorker-dreaming-of-an-empire-empire-in-nyc/) - When a restaurant leaves such an impression that diners can't stop thinking about it long after they've flown home, you know it's doing something right. That's exactly what happened to one New York food lover, whose heartfelt email to London's Empire Empire has captured attention online after being shared on social media. Asma Eljack, who
- [More than 70,000 fines issued on Brent school streets in just one year](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-than-70000-fines-issued-on-brent-school-streets-in-just-one-year/) - More than 70,000 fines were issued to drivers on Brent's School Streets in a year. This has prompted concerns over whether motorists are being caught out by confusing restrictions rather than deliberately breaking the rules. Between April 2025 and March 2026, Brent Council issued 73,018 Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) across roads serving 33 schools in
- [Hospital services facing major changes as NHS warns current model is unsustainable ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hospital-services-facing-major-changes-as-nhs-warns-current-model-is-unsustainable/) - Major changes to hospital care across Teesside, East Durham and North Yorkshire are being proposed as NHS leaders warn that current services may not be sustainable without significant reform. The plans, being developed by North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust under their new partnership, University Hospitals Tees,
- [50 days. No leader. A timeline of Kirklees Council’s political turmoil](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/50-days-no-leader-a-timeline-of-kirklees-councils-political-turmoil/) - It has now been more than 50 days since the residents of Kirklees elected 69 councillors – many of whom were brand new – to represent the district. Now, this has affected key decisions that have been delayed as political tensions continue to dominate the chamber. The all-out local elections on May 8 dramatically reshaped
- [Bellingham brace inspires resilient England into World Cup quarter-finals](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bellingham-brace-inspires-resilient-england-into-world-cup-quarter-finals/) - England are through to the World Cup quarter-finals after producing one of their most resilient performances in recent years, overcoming Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic last-16 encounter at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Thomas Tuchel's side showed remarkable composure and determination to withstand a hostile atmosphere, a one-hour weather delay, and more than half an hour
- [COLUMN: A healthy baby, a loved child: Why we need to let go of gender expectations](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-a-healthy-baby-a-loved-child-why-we-need-to-let-go-of-gender-expectations/) - As someone who spends every day helping women feel confident in their own skin, I often find that the conversations taking place in my treatment room go far beyond skincare. Recently, I welcomed a client who appeared calm on the surface, but as we talked, she shared something that left a lasting impression on me.
- [The stage production that sold out India and Dubai is coming to Hammersmith for six nights only](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-stage-production-that-sold-out-india-and-dubai-is-coming-to-hammersmith-for-six-nights-only/) - Some stories belong to everyone, narratives so deeply woven into a community's cultural fabric that they span generations and continents while retaining their essence. The Ramayana is one of these timeless tales. This July, a celebrated theatrical retelling of this epic, titled Humare Ram, is set to make its London debut. Humare Ram will take
- [Rotary showcase to bring inspiring speakers, community organisations and global cause to Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rotary-showcase-to-bring-inspiring-speakers-community-organisations-and-global-cause-to-bradford/) - Bradford is set to welcome an inspiring day of community, leadership and global impact as Rotary brings its annual showcase to the historic Great Victoria Hotel on Friday, 4 July. The event will combine three elements under one roof: a ticketed conference featuring high-profile speakers, a free community showcase highlighting local organisations and Rotary projects,
- [Bradford to fix 20,000 potholes after £3.2m funding boost ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-to-fix-20000-potholes-after-3-2m-funding-boost/) - Bradford Council has pledged to repair 20,000 potholes by April next year after securing more than £3.1 million in additional road maintenance funding. The money forms part of a £15 million package allocated across West Yorkshire by the Department for Transport and distributed through the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). Bradford will receive £3,192,455, with
- [Barking town centre to get new food market and cultural events space](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/barking-town-centre-to-get-new-food-market-and-cultural-events-space/) - Barking town centre is set to host a new summer food market focused on supporting local businesses after Barking and Dagenham Council secured £100,000 in funding from the Greater London Authority (GLA). The council has been selected as one of four London boroughs to receive funding through the GLA's Summer Streets programme. This programme supports
- [Keeping languages alive: How weekend schools are preserving South Asian heritage in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/keeping-languages-alive-how-weekend-schools-are-preserving-south-asian-heritage-in-london/) - On Saturday mornings across London, classrooms that are empty during the week come alive with colour, conversation, and carefully practised words that rarely appear in mainstream schooling. Children sit in small groups repeating phrases, tracing unfamiliar scripts, and learning sounds that connect them to languages spoken at home, in temples, in grandparents’ living rooms Punjabi,
- [Libraries, roads and social care at risk as councils face £7bn shortfall](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/libraries-roads-and-social-care-at-risk-as-councils-face-7bn-shortfall/) - Councils across England are facing a projected £7 billion funding gap within the next three years, raising concerns over the future of key public services including social care, homelessness support and neighbourhood maintenance. New analysis from the Local Government Association (LGA) warns that rising costs and growing demand for services are continuing to place severe
- [Another Reform UK councillor leaves Kirklees group ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/another-reform-uk-councillor-leaves-kirklees-group/) - Another Kirklees Reform UK councillor has left the group and will stand as an Independent. Cllr Susan Maxfield, who represents Liversedge and Gomersal, has resigned the Reform UK whip and will now sit as an Independent councillor on Kirklees Council. The announcement was made by Reform UK group leader Councillor Sarah Wood on July 3.
- ['People are openly smoking crack': Southall residents raise fears over drug activity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/people-are-openly-smoking-crack-southall-residents-raise-fears-over-drug-activity/) - Residents in Southall have raised concerns about people openly taking drugs in the street. They are claiming the problem has worsened since an addiction recovery service relocated to the area last year. The concerns were raised at a meeting of Ealing Council's Full Council on June 30, where resident Herpreet Nirwal questioned councillors about the
- ['We needed a decision': Frustration as Aldgate school childcare funding vote delayed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/we-needed-a-decision-frustration-as-aldgate-school-childcare-funding-vote-delayed/) - A decision on the future of affordable childcare provision at the City of London Corporation's only state primary school has been delayed until September, prompting frustration from parents and school representatives. Members of the Corporation's Community and Children's Services Committee were due to decide whether to continue subsidising the 0-2 childcare provision at The Aldgate
- [Historic railway building could be converted into major sports centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/historic-railway-building-could-be-converted-into-major-sports-centre/) - A historic railway building in Leeds could be transformed into a major sports and leisure destination if plans are approved by the city council. The Grade II* listed Roundhouse near Armley Gyratory would be converted into a padel and fitness centre as per plans submitted by Ollo Padel. The scheme includes nine outdoor padel courts,
- [Outdated beauty treatment laws set for review as industry evolves](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/outdated-beauty-treatment-laws-set-for-review-as-industry-evolves/) - Bradford councillors have discussed updating decades-old regulations covering tattooing, piercing and other cosmetic treatments in response to changing beauty trends and growing public health concerns. Members of Bradford Council's Regulatory and Appeals Committee heard that the authority's current by-laws regulating skin piercing activities date back to 1982. It was the time when legislation was primarily
- [How a 20-mile walk helped raise £80,000 funds for education and opportunity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/how-a-20-mile-walk-helped-raise-80000-funds-for-education-and-opportunity/) - For millions of children around the world, poverty and hunger continue to stand in the way of education. For young people living with disabilities, those barriers can be even greater. The link between hunger and education may not seem obvious at first, but the reality is stark. Around 23% of students have missed lunch during
- [Free meals or fair marketing? Restaurant owner sparks debate over influencers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/free-meals-or-fair-marketing-restaurant-owner-sparks-debate-over-influencers/) - Restaurant owner Hamza Harrack has reignited the debate over influencer marketing after publicly criticising content creators who approach small businesses asking for free meals or paid collaborations in exchange for social media exposure. In a video shared on Instagram, the restaurant owner and chef warned fellow business owners to be cautious of influencers offering services,
- [A week on, Bradford car park still facing hygiene concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-week-on-bradford-car-park-still-facing-hygiene-concerns/) - Limited improvements have been seen at a Bradford city centre car park a week after concerns were raised, with human waste still present despite a professional deep clean. The issue relates to Southgate Car Park on Thornton Road, where reports last week highlighted litter, nitrous oxide canisters, a strong smell of urine, abandoned food containers
- [London’s growing issues and climate change could cost it £15bn a year by 2050, report warns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/londons-growing-issues-and-climate-change-could-cost-it-15bn-a-year-by-2050-report-warns/) - The impacts of climate change will cost London up to £15 billion a year by 2050 unless drastic action is taken at all levels of government, a new report has warned. Research by Central London Forward (CLF), a partnership of the capital's 12 central boroughs, says more frequent heatwaves, floods and droughts will place increasing
- ['Disgusting' blocked drains force residents to clear up, while council plans action.](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/dalton-residents-forced-to-clear-drains-due-to-absolutely-disgusting-blocked-drains/) - Residents in Dalton cul-de-sac say now have to clean their own drains as they are worried about flash flooding and describe blocked drains as "absolutely disgusting." People living on Hallas Grove, Huddersfield, have raised concerns that clogged drainage systems could leave the street vulnerable when heavy rain follows periods of hot weather. The street previously
- [Men jailed after running £6.2m cannabis farm inside Bradford Interchange](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/men-jailed-after-running-6-2m-cannabis-farm-inside-bradford-interchange/) - Two men have been jailed after operating a £6.2 million cannabis farm inside Bradford Interchange while parts of the transport hub were closed due to structural concerns. Sheraz Ahmed, 24, and Hung Nguyen, 65, both of no fixed address, were sentenced at Bradford Crown Court on Tuesday after admitting producing a Class B controlled drug.
- [£1.7m recovered from criminal profits in year-long crackdown across Brent and Harrow](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/1-7m-recovered-from-criminal-profits-in-year-long-crackdown-across-brent-and-harrow/) - A North London trading standards team recovered more than £1.7 million from the proceeds of crime last year, including over £650,000 linked to two illegal property conversions. The figures were revealed during a recent meeting of the Trading Standards Joint Advisory Board for Brent and Harrow, where councillors were updated on enforcement work carried out
- ['A lovely man': Community mourns beloved Samarkand founder Sammy Laher](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-lovely-man-community-mourns-beloved-samarkand-founder-sammy-laher/) - Tributes have been pouring in for a well-known restaurant owner who spent four decades serving generations of customers and helping shape the local dining scene. Shabbir Ahmed Laher, affectionately known as Sammy, founder of Samarkand Restaurant in Heckmondwike, passed away peacefully at home on 4 June surrounded by his family. Widely regarded as one of
- [Business rates delay resolved at £12m Keighley regeneration scheme](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/business-rates-delay-resolved-at-12m-keighley-regeneration-scheme/) - A delay that stalled the marketing and letting of units at a major regeneration development in Keighley has finally been resolved, Bradford Council has confirmed. Providence Park, a £12 million business park in Keighley town centre, was completed last year but faced setbacks after business rate valuations for the site were delayed. The development, built
- [Audit delays persist at Tees Valley Combined Authority amid calls for resolution](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/audit-delays-persist-at-tees-valley-combined-authority-amid-calls-for-resolution/) - Delays to the completion of Tees Valley Combined Authority's accounts are continuing, with councillors warning that audit issues risk being "kicked into the long grass". The authority's audit processes for both the 2023/24 and 2024/25 financial years remain incomplete, despite months of work to resolve outstanding issues. Speaking at a meeting of TVCA's Audit and
- [New shisha café and coffee shop proposed for Linthorpe Road](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-shisha-cafe-and-coffee-shop-proposed-for-linthorpe-road/) - Plans submitted for new shisha café and coffee shop on Linthorpe Road A new shisha café and coffee shop could open on Linthorpe Road after plans were submitted to Middlesbrough Council. The application seeks permission for a change of use at a currently vacant premises, along with external alterations to accommodate the proposed business. Planning
- [Plans submitted to redevelop one of Bradford's grandest former banks](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-submitted-to-redevelop-one-of-bradfords-grandest-former-banks/) - A historic former bank building in Bradford city centre that has stood empty for years and is reportedly suffering from a pigeon infestation could be brought back into use under new redevelopment plans. Proposals have been submitted to Bradford Council to transform the Grade II* listed former Santander bank on the corner of Darley Street
- [Leeds City Council recruits 11 inspectors to tackle food safety backlog](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-council-recruits-11-inspectors-to-tackle-food-safety-backlog/) - Leeds City Council is set to spend more than £570,000 a year on new food hygiene staff as it works to clear a growing backlog of food safety inspections. The authority plans to recruit 11 additional officers to its environmental health team after concerns were raised about delays in carrying out inspections of food businesses
- [South Asian Heritage Month begins with a celebration of Britain's shared story](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-celebrates-south-asian-heritage-month-with-festivals-film-and-food/) - Running throughout July, South Asian Heritage Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the richness and diversity of South Asian communities across the United Kingdom, recognising their contributions to every aspect of British life while encouraging people of all backgrounds to learn more about the stories that have shaped the nation. This year's theme, "Unity in
- [Survey says only 49% of residents think Newham is a good place to grow older](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/survey-says-only-49-of-residents-think-newham-is-a-good-place-to-grow-older/) - Fewer than half of Newham residents believe the borough is a good place to grow older, according to a new council survey. A concerning finding, as the area's older population is expected to rise by 21% in the coming five years. The Newham Residents Survey, carried out between November and December 2025, asked 1,523 people
- [Leeds relaxes cinema licensing rules to allow babies into 15 and 18-rated film screenings](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-relaxes-cinema-licensing-rules-to-allow-babies-into-15-and-18-rated-film-screenings/) - Parents in Leeds will soon be able to take babies under 12 months old into screenings of some 15 and 18-rated films after councillors approved a change to local licensing rules. The decision was made by Leeds City Council's licensing committee, following concerns from parents who said they had been turned away from baby cinema
- [Do not swim’ warning issued after sewage spill affects Teesside coast](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/do-not-swim-warning-issued-after-sewage-spill-affects-teesside-coast/) - Northumbrian Water could face regulatory action after a burst sewer pipe led to the discharge of untreated sewage into the sea. Consequently, authorities prompted warnings for swimmers to stay out of the water along parts of the Teesside coast. The incident began after a sewer main near Dockside Road in Middlesbrough, close to the River
- [Andy Burnham promises 'No 10 North' and greater powers for mayors](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/andy-burnham-promises-no-10-north-and-greater-powers-for-mayors/) - A radical shift in power has been promised as Andy Burnham delivered his major speech as a bid to place himself as Prime Minister on 29 June. He describes this as the “biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall in modern times,” with the North East set to receive greater control over jobs, housing and
- [Why Middlesbrough Council approved a Christmas hamper but refused a £50 gift card](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/why-middlesbrough-council-approved-a-christmas-hamper-but-refused-a-50-gift-card/) - A Christmas hamper containing champagne was approved, but a £50 Boots gift card was refused, according to Middlesbrough Council's latest register of gifts and hospitality. The register, presented to the council's standards committee, details gifts and hospitality received by councillors and officers between April 2025 and May 2026. While most were approved, a small number
- [Andy Burnham’s devolution plans could ‘turbocharge’ West Yorkshire, says Tracy Brabin](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/andy-burnhams-devolution-plans-could-turbocharge-west-yorkshire-says-tracy-brabin/) - West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has backed Andy Burnham’s plans to transfer more powers out of Whitehall, claiming the proposals could "turbocharge" regeneration and economic growth across the region. The comments come after Andy Burnham, currently the only declared candidate in the Labour leadership contest, outlined his vision for a more devolved Britain during a
- [Residents oppose plans to demolish Wembley Hospital for 108-home development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-oppose-plans-to-demolish-wembley-hospital-for-108-home-development/) - Residents have voiced concerns over plans to demolish the former Wembley Hospital buildings and a disused ambulance station to make way for more than 100 new homes. Developer Fairview Estates Limited has submitted proposals to redevelop the site on Chaplin Road, replacing the existing buildings with a residential scheme comprising 108 homes across blocks ranging
- [Operator issues statement after concerns raised over Bradford car park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/operator-issues-statement-after-concerns-raised-over-bradford-car-park/) - The operator of Bradford's city centre car park has issued a statement after concerns were raised last week about anti-social behaviour and poor conditions at the site. The issue came to light after the car park made headlines last week due to its horrendous condition. Reports highlighted litter, nitrous oxide canisters, human waste and a
- [Woolwich Foot Tunnel lift repair planned by December, with locals frustrated by delays](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/woolwich-foot-tunnel-lift-repair-planned-by-december-with-locals-frustrated-by-delays/) - The long-awaited repair of the Woolwich Foot Tunnel's north lift could finally be completed by December, ending almost four years of disruption for commuters, cyclists and disabled users. The lift at the North Woolwich entrance has been out of service since August 2022 after being vandalised. Since then, residents have repeatedly raised concerns about the
- [Sadiq Khan backs Burnham’s devolution agenda but warns London cannot be ignored](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sadiq-khan-backs-burnhams-devolution-agenda-but-warns-london-cannot-be-ignored/) - Will Andy Burnham overlook London to promote those in the North East? This question must be hovering in the minds of many who are aware of the former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's ambitions. He has long championed greater devolution and this week outlined proposals to give mayors more control over areas including housing, welfare
- [Communities on edge: Communities call for unity as hate crimes targeting religion and race are on the rise](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/communities-on-edge-communities-call-for-unity-as-hate-crimes-targeting-religion-and-race-are-on-the-rise/) - Faith and community leaders have issued a stark warning about the growing tide of hatred and division across the UK, following a spate of violent incidents targeting places of worship and racially motivated attacks in recent weeks. The call for calm and unity comes after a man was arrested outside Bradford College this week on
- ['Walking Zara home' four years on a community still fighting for safer streets](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/walking-zara-home-four-years-on-a-community-still-fighting-for-safer-streets/) - What should have been an ordinary walk home became a tragedy that still haunts Ilford. This week, residents returned to the streets where Zara Aleena was killed 4 years ago, taking part in the silent walk that honoured her memory while renewing calls to make Britain's streets safer for women and girls. The annual walk
- [Nearly 100 years on, Veeraswamy fights to remain at the heart of London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nearly-100-years-on-veeraswamy-fights-to-remain-at-the-heart-of-london/) - People in UK love curry! Much of its credit goes to Veeraswamy, a 100-year-old Indian restaurants, who has served patrons like Winston Churchill, Queen Elizabeth ll, Charlie Chaplin among thers. However, its future is now uncertain as its London premises is at risk. Veeraswamy, which first opened its doors in 1926, is taking legal action
- [“If you can’t accept us, then don’t eat our food”: Asma Khan on the politics of food in modern Britain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/if-you-cant-accept-us-then-dont-eat-our-food-asma-khan-on-the-politics-of-food-in-modern-britain/) - Over the years, Britain has witnessed many immigration rallies. But it was the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally led by Tommy Robinson in 2025 that took the internet by storm. Why? Because a video showing rally protesters eating Indian food from stalls was widely circulated. When the incident occurred, people forgot the reason for the protest.
- [COLUMN: The Grooming Gangs Inquiry must put victims first](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-the-grooming-gangs-inquiry-must-put-victims-first/) - When I heard that Bradford and Keighley would be among the first places investigated by the new independent inquiry into grooming gangs, my first thought was simple: this is long overdue. Like many people, I know this is not an easy subject to talk about. It brings back painful memories, divides opinion and quickly becomes
- [Popular Middlesbrough restaurant handed zero-star food hygiene rating after inspection](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/popular-middlesbrough-restaurant-handed-zero-star-food-hygiene-rating-after-inspection/) - A popular Middlesbrough restaurant has been handed a zero-star food hygiene rating following an inspection by environmental health officers. Oodles, a long-established fixture on Linthorpe Road, received the Food Standards Agency's lowest possible rating after an inspection on 21 March 2026. A zero-star rating is the worst possible score on the Food Standards Agency's five-point
- [Leeds secures share of £250m investment to build healthier communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-secures-share-of-250m-investment-to-build-healthier-communities/) - Leeds has been announced as one of 27 places across England set to receive a share of new funding from Sport England to tackle inequalities in activity levels. The £250 million investment which Leeds will receive part of is designed to break down barriers and make sport, physical activity and movement accessible for everyone. In
- [Leeds residents urged to help shape the city's future](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-residents-urged-to-help-shape-the-citys-future/) - People and businesses in Leeds are being invited to have their say on the next stages of the Leeds Local Plan. A Local Plan is a legal framework that guides how land in a particular local authority area is used and developed. Once complete, the updated Leeds Local Plan will cover the period up to
- [Bradford College careers adviser honoured nationally for exceptional commitment to students](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-college-careers-adviser-honoured-nationally-for-exceptional-commitment-to-students/) - A long-serving careers adviser at Bradford College has been recognised on the national stage after being named Support Staff of the Year at the 2026 NCFE Aspiration Awards. The annual awards celebrate learners, apprentices, educators, support staff and education providers from across the UK who are making an outstanding contribution to learning. They recognise those
- [Thousands of illicit cigarettes found in Southall shop raid as store keeps licence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thousands-of-illicit-cigarettes-found-in-southall-shop-raid-as-store-keeps-licence/) - A West London off-licence has been allowed to keep its licence despite officers discovering thousands of illicit cigarettes and illegal tobacco during a raid. Council officers and the Metropolitan Police carried out an inspection at Sethi Food and Wine on Featherstone Road in Southall on March 10. During the operation, sniffer dogs indicated that hidden
- [Leeds City Council faces equal pay claims worth ‘hundreds of millions’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-city-council-faces-equal-pay-claims-worth-hundreds-of-millions/) - Leeds City Council is facing equal pay claims potentially worth hundreds of millions of pounds. More than 4,000 female employees are involved in the ongoing dispute, according to the GMB union. The union says thousands of women working in council roles have been underpaid due to long-standing differences in pay structures between jobs predominantly carried
- [Film review: Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/film-review-paro-the-untold-story-of-bride-slavery-shines-a-light-on-the-hidden-reality-of-trafficking-for-forced-marriage/) - Rating out of 5: ★★★★ Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery follows the harrowing journey of women who are trafficked and sold into forced marriages, exposing the hidden reality of bride slavery in parts of India. From the opening scenes, it establishes a sombre tone that remains consistent throughout, making it clear that this
- [Bradford city centre businesses honoured at first BID awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-city-centre-businesses-honoured-at-first-bid-awards/) - Bradford BID (Business Improvement District) has finally revealed the winners of its BID Awards. Businesses, charities and community organisations from across Bradford city centre have been recognised through the first-of-its-kind programme. The awards took place at Bradford Live and celebrated businesses and individuals working across retail, hospitality, leisure, professional services and the voluntary sector. Hosted
- [London food lovers get a taste of Saudi culture at biggest food festival](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-food-lovers-get-a-taste-of-saudi-culture-at-biggest-food-festival/) - An identity is often shaped by the food people eat. Food they love. Food that makes them feel at home. Londoners have been sharing their love affair with food for decades. And when it comes to food from other cultures, the demand is massive. That is exactly what Londoners got to experience this season. London's
- [Bradford Council united in backing national grooming inquiry as leader warns against 'political football'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-united-in-backing-national-grooming-inquiry-as-leader-warns-against-political-football/) - Councillors from across the political spectrum have welcomed the decision to include Bradford and Keighley in the Government's national grooming gangs inquiry, with the Council leader urging politicians to put party politics aside and focus on victims. Speaking during an extraordinary meeting of Bradford Council on Wednesday 24 June, Council Leader Stephen Place said the
- [Bradford city centre car park branded 'unacceptable' after human waste and drug paraphernalia discovered](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-city-centre-car-park-branded-unacceptable-after-human-waste-and-drug-paraphernalia-discovered/) - The operators of one of Bradford city centre's largest car parks have been urged to take immediate action after visitors reported filthy conditions, human waste and signs of drug use throughout the building. Southgate Car Park on Thornton Road, which has more than 430 spaces and sits just yards from the Bradford Live entertainment venue,
- [London City Airport expansion could harm neighbours' health, Assembly member warns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-city-airport-expansion-could-harm-neighbours-health-assembly-member-warns/) - Plans to expand London City Airport could expose thousands of residents to increased noise and air pollution, a London Assembly member has warned. The airport is seeking permission to allow larger aircraft to operate from its runway at Albert Dock using a shallower approach angle. It argues the new generation of aircraft will be quieter
- [Lidl supermarket could open soon in Middlesbrough as councillors move closer to approval](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lidl-supermarket-could-open-soon-in-middlesbrough-as-councillors-move-closer-to-approval/) - A long-running proposal to build a Lidl supermarket in Middlesbrough could finally see the green light, as the project is set to be considered for approval next week when councillors reconsider the plans. Lidl has been trying to secure permission for a store on the former Northern School of Art site at the corner of
- [Mayor accused of failing to use powers to tackle London’s skills gap](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-accused-of-failing-to-use-powers-to-tackle-londons-skills-gap/) - The Mayor of London has been criticised for not doing enough to use his "convening powers" to connect Londoners with job opportunities and help address skills shortages across the capital. "Convening powers" refer to the ability to bring together businesses, local authorities and organisations to coordinate solutions to shared challenges. The criticism was raised during
- [Slough Council plans £79m asset sell-off to reduce borrowing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/slough-council-plans-79m-asset-sell-off-to-reduce-borrowing/) - Slough Borough Council is aiming to raise almost £79 million through the sale of council-owned assets by 2028/29 as part of efforts to reduce borrowing and improve its financial position. The cash-strapped authority is working towards ending its reliance on Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) from the Government by 2028/29. EFS is a form of borrowing
- [Bradford and Keighley confirmed for national grooming gangs inquiry](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-and-keighley-confirmed-for-national-grooming-gangs-inquiry/) - Just hours before Bradford Council was due to hold an extraordinary meeting on Wednesday, 24 June, to urge the chair of the inquiry, Ann Longfield CBE, to include the district in the national review, the Government confirmed that Bradford and Keighley would, in fact, be included. Bradford and Keighley will join Oldham and London as
- [West Yorkshire pledges work experience for every young person before age 18](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-pledges-work-experience-for-every-young-person-before-age-18/) - Every young person in West Yorkshire will be guaranteed a work experience placement by the time they turn under a new pledge unveiled by Mayor Tracy Brabin. The commitment forms part of the region's new "West Yorkshire Promise", launched at Bradford College on Wednesday as part of a wider strategy aimed at improving opportunities for
- [Andy Burnham moves closer to become Prime Minister as another rival backs out ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/andy-burnham-moves-closer-to-become-prime-minister-as-another-rival-backs-out/) - Andy Burnham's bid to become the next Prime Minister has taken one step ahead. Another gathered potential Labour leadership rival ruled himself out of the race. The former Greater Manchester Mayor, who recently entered Parliament as the new MP for Makerfield, is now widely seen as the frontrunner to succeed Sir Keir Starmer following the
- [Could Andy Burnham help bring the Olympics to the North of England?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/could-andy-burnham-help-bring-the-olympics-to-the-north-of-england/) - The dream of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the North of England has now been fuelled. Regional leaders and sporting legends are backing plans for a bid and suggesting that a potential successor as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, could help make it a reality. Mayors from across the North gathered in Sheffield this
- [Years of corruption claims to be tested in Tower Hamlets investigations through 'deep dive'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/years-of-corruption-claims-to-be-tested-in-tower-hamlets-investigations-through-deep-dive/) - For years, questions and allegations surrounding favouritism, recruitment practices and decision making at Tower Hamlets Council have continued to circulate among residents, politicians and government officials. Now, the authority says it wants to confront those concerns head on and prove that the perceptions are unfounded. The Government has appointed envoys who are preparing to carry
- [Loss making housing firm owes council £51.7m as closure considered](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/loss-making-housing-firm-owes-council-51-7m-as-closure-considered/) - Slough Borough Council is considering the future of its loss making housing company after councillors were presented with two possible options to address long running concerns over its finances and management. James Elliman Homes (JEH), a council owned housing company established in 2017 to purchase properties for the rental market, currently owes the council £51.7
- [700,000 Londoners face severe loneliness – can a 20 minute ride help tackle it?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/700000-londoners-face-severe-loneliness-can-a-20-minute-ride-help-tackle-it/) - London, a city known for staying busy and vibrant often find their people feeling isolated. Despite being, one of the world's busiest cities, thousands of Londoners continue to experience loneliness without knowing a way out of it. A report commissioned by the Greater London Authority found that around 700,000 Londoners experience severe loneliness, with many
- [Homeless encampment outside Bradford court set to be cleared](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/homeless-encampment-outside-bradford-court-set-to-be-cleared/) - A homeless encampment that has occupied the grounds of Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court for several months is now set to be cleared. As concerns grow over safety, waste and public access, the encampment is due to be removed. Located next to one of Bradford's busiest civic buildings, the encampment has drawn attention on social
- [ULEZ linked to 40% drop in pollution related deaths across London ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ulez-linked-to-40-drop-in-pollution-related-deaths-across-london/) - Thousands of Londoners are still dying prematurely due to air pollution each year, but new research suggests the number of deaths linked to poor air quality has fallen significantly since the introduction of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). Independent analysis carried out by experts at Imperial College London found that between 3,800 and 5,100
- [Bin calendar mistake causes confusion over new recycling collections in Middlesbrough](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bin-calendar-mistake-causes-confusion-over-new-recycling-collections-in-middlesbrough/) - Some Middlesbrough residents were mistakenly told to put out their new red-lidded recycling bins this week. This happened after an error appeared on the council's bin collection calendars. However, Middlesbrough Council has now confirmed that incorrect information had been issued to households in some areas. A mix up that occured as the authority prepares to
- [Hundreds of adults expected to benefit from courses at new art centre in Keighley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hundreds-of-adults-expected-to-benefit-from-courses-at-new-art-centre-in-keighley/) - A new arts centre in Keighley will also become a hub for adult education, with courses designed to help people gain qualifications, develop new skills and access employment opportunities. Arts Centre Keighley is currently being developed inside the former Beales department store on Hanover Street, opposite the Airedale Shopping Centre, and is expected to open
- [Newham set for new chief executive after mayor backs finance chief](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-set-for-new-chief-executive-after-mayor-backs-finance-chief/) - A new chief executive could soon take charge at Newham Council after receiving the backing of Mayor Forhad Hussain. The mayor has recommended Maria Christofi, the council's current corporate director of resources, for the authority's most senior non-political role. If approved by councillors next month, she will take over as chief executive and become the
- [Is London now a forest? More than half a million trees planted across London to tackle rising temperatures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/is-london-now-a-forest-more-than-half-a-million-trees-planted-across-london-to-tackle-rising-temperatures/) - London, a city known for its bustling roads, enormous skyscrapers and overwhelming streets, is now going through a surprising transformation. London can now be called a forest! According to the UN definition, a forest is “land spanning more than 0.5 hectares with trees higher than 5 metres and a canopy cover of more than 10
- [Mixed reaction as voters respond to Starmer's resignation ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mixed-reaction-as-voters-respond-to-starmers-resignation/) - Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister has prompted mixed reactions across the North East, with residents divided over whether he was right to step down and what should happen next. After Starmer announced on 22 June that he would resign following growing pressure within Labour, many people expressed sympathy for the outgoing Prime Minister, while
- [Support grows for Andy Burnham as Starmer resigns as PM](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/support-grows-for-andy-burnham-as-starmer-resigns-as-pm/) - Members of Parliament across the North East have begun rallying behind Andy Burnham to become the next Prime Minister, while paying tribute to Keir Starmer's leadership following his resignation. Starmer announced on 22 June that he would step down as Labour leader and Prime Minister after mounting pressure within the party following Labour's heavy losses
- ['With Andy, we still can,' says Wes Streeting as he backs Andy Burnham to become the next PM](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/with-andy-we-still-can-says-wes-streeting-as-he-backs-andy-burnham-to-become-the-next-pm/) - On 22 June, Keir Starmer resigned from his position as Prime Minister of the UK. The announcement came as a result of mounting pressure from within his own party. Starmer's resignation follows months of pressure after Labour suffered significant losses in the May local elections. The party lost more than 1,000 council seats across England
- [Please be a 'binfluencer', requests Bradford Council as it asks residents to put bins out by 5am during the heatwave](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/please-be-a-binfluencer-requests-bradford-council-as-it-asks-residents-to-put-bins-out-by-5am-during-the-heatwave/) - Bradford Council has asked residents to put their bins out by 5am this week. The decision has been made so that collection crews can begin work earlier and avoid extreme temperatures. The authority announced that collections will start an hour earlier than usual throughout the week, as forecasts predict temperatures as high as 36°C across
- [Britain's oldest North Indian restaurant celebrates 80 years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/britains-oldest-north-indian-restaurant-celebrates-80-years/) - A landmark London restaurant is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Punjab Restaurant, a place that has been serving people for decades, is marking the milestone as four generations of the same family continue to be its pillars. As it celebrates its 80th anniversary, the restaurant is paying tribute to the man who has played a pioneering
- [A decade after Brexit: Voter now reflect on rising costs, lost opportunities and broken promises](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-decade-after-brexit-voter-now-reflect-on-rising-costs-lost-opportunities-and-broken-promises/) - Almost ten years after the UK voted to leave the European Union, things have changed significantly. Brexit continues to divide opinion to this day. While some still stand by their decision, others now question whether the promises made during the 2016 referendum were ever fulfilled. On 23 June 2016, 17.4 million people voted to leave
- [Ten years later, Middlesbrough is still arguing about Brexit](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ten-years-later-middlesbrough-is-still-arguing-about-brexit/) - Almost ten years after the UK voted to leave the European Union, Brexit remains a topic capable of sparking passionate debate. On 23 June 2016, the UK voted to leave the European Union by 17.4 million votes to 16.1 million. Middlesbrough was one of the strongest Leave-supporting areas in the country, with 65.5 per cent
- [Cllr suspended over antisemitic posts still listed as Aspire member](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cllr-suspended-over-antisemitic-posts-still-listed-as-aspire-member/) - A cllr suspended by the Aspire party over a series of antisemitic social media posts still remains a member of the ruling Aspire group on Tower Hamlets Council, it has emerged. Abul Monsur, who was elected to represent Lansbury ward in May, was suspended from Aspire party membership on 30 April pending an investigation into
- [City Park café unit back on market after closure dispute](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/city-park-cafe-unit-back-on-market-after-closure-dispute/) - One of Bradford city centre's most prominent café sites is back on the market after its previous tenant closed earlier this year. The Pavilion Café is being advertised with an annual rent of £30,000. The café, located beside the Mirror Pool and next to the One City Park office development, is currently vacant. Until recently,
- ["You can't make staff want to work for us" Staff shortages delay Kirklees Council audits](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/you-cant-make-staff-want-to-work-for-us-staff-shortages-delay-kirklees-council-audits/) - A shortage of staff has delayed several internal audits at Kirklees Council, councillors have been told. The issue was discussed during a meeting of the council's Corporate Governance and Audit Committee at Huddersfield Town Hall on 19 June. At the meeting, members were reviewing progress on planned audits. When questioned by Reform UK councillor David
- [Bradford could receive £3.2m to tackle pothole](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-could-receive-3-2m-to-tackle-pothole/) - A major boost for Bradford could see the city receive more than £3 million in additional funding to repair potholes. West Yorkshire leaders have put forward the proposal as part of efforts to improve road conditions across the district. The funding forms part of a wider £15 million highways maintenance package proposed by the West
- [Starmer announces resignation as Labour leader and prime minister](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/starmer-announces-resignation-as-labour-leader-and-prime-minister/) - Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will resign as leader of the Labour Party, triggering a summer leadership contest and bringing an abrupt end to his tenure at the top of British politics. In an emotional address from Downing Street, Sir Keir said he had listened to the views of Labour MPs and
- [Could robotaxis improve London’s transport gaps?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/could-robotaxis-improve-londons-transport-gaps/) - Self driving taxis, also known as Robotaxis, could help connect transport deserts in outer London and improve access to public transport, but concerns remain over congestion and job losses, according to members of the London Assembly. The London Assembly Transport Committee is examining whether the capital is ready for the arrival of autonomous taxis, as
- [Clash over future of Bradford’s clean air zone, as council launches review](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/clash-over-future-of-bradfords-clean-air-zone-as-council-launches-review/) - In a lively debate, Bradford Council, now led by the Reform Party, is reassessing its Clean Air Zone (CAZ) policy, sparking a range of opinions. A local MP recently took a stand in Parliament, warning that scrapping the CAZ would be "a mistake future generations would pay for." Meanwhile, a passionate local campaigner has initiated
- [Newcastle launches £5.2m drive to improve children's life chances](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-launches-5-2m-drive-to-improve-childrens-life-chances/) - Newcastle City Council has approved a new multi million pound strategy aimed at improving early childhood development and supporting children living in some of the city's most deprived communities. The council's £5.2 million Best Start in Life plan, backed by grant funding over the next three years, aims to help children aged 0 to 5
- [Newcastle council leader refuses to speculate on St James' Park future amid Saudi scrutiny](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/__trashed-3/) - Newcastle's new council leader has refused to speculate on the future of St James' Park, insisting the city must wait for Newcastle United to reveal its plans before forming a view on any potential stadium development. The future of Newcastle United's home has been one of the most hotly debated issues on Tyneside, with ongoing
- [Leaked letter reveals Kirklees Council crisis](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/__trashed/) - An internal document, a letter dated 22 May, of the Kirklees Council, which has reportedly leaked, has been shared anonymously, which shows Chief Executive Steve Mawson “strongly encouraging” councillors to “continue discussions” to elect a leader. However, the council once again failed to elect a leader when they reconvened on 28 May. Kirklees Council, which
- ["We won't stay silent" say thousands of protesters, in Dewsbury, over growing unrest in Azad Kashmir](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/__trashed-5/) - For thousands of people who gathered outside Dewsbury Town Hall, the unrest unfolding in Azad Kashmir is not a distant political issue but a deeply personal one, with many fearing for the safety of friends and family members living in the region. More than 2,000 people gathered in Dewsbury in a show of solidarity with
- [Hundreds join Newcastle Peace Walk as city stands united for Refugee Week](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hundreds-join-newcastle-peace-walk-as-city-stands-united-for-refugee-week/) - More than 300 people took to the streets of Newcastle to champion peace, unity and inclusion as the city joined a global movement promoting understanding across communities. The annual Peace Walk 2026, held on 16 June, also marked the start of Refugee Week and formed part of the international Race for Peace initiative, bringing together
- [Tributes pour in for Bradford 2025 trustee, mental health leader and human rights campaigner Dr Sasha Bhat](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tributes-pour-in-for-bradford-2025-trustee-mental-health-leader-and-human-rights-campaigner-dr-sasha-bhat/) - Tributes have been pouring in following the death of respected mental health leader, human rights campaigner and Bradford 2025 City of Culture trustee Dr Sasha Bhat. Sasha, whose family roots trace back to Indian-administered Kashmir, died on 19 June 2026. Her family announced the news in a heartfelt statement, describing her as a devoted wife,
- [FIFA to bid farewell to the gods of the game](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/fifa-to-bid-farewell-to-the-gods-of-the-game/) - The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not only showcasing the stars of tomorrow; it is also serving as a farewell tour for some of the greatest footballers ever to play the game. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Luka Modrić and Kevin De Bruyne, a generation that defined modern football is approaching the final
- [Mayor's fury over Kirklees deadlock sparks fresh row as Reform leader claims she was left off letter](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayors-fury-over-kirklees-deadlock-sparks-fresh-row-as-reform-leader-claims-she-was-left-off-letter/) - The political deadlock at Kirklees Council has deepened after a strongly-worded intervention from West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin prompted a public rebuke from Reform UK's group leader, who claims she was excluded from correspondence sent to councillors. In a letter published on social media on Wednesday, 17 June, Ms Brabin expressed her "disappointment" over Kirklees
- [Tributes pour in for Radio legend Missy Dee who inspired thousands through music, laughter and her fight for life](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tributes-pour-in-for-radio-legend-missy-dee-who-inspired-thousands-through-music-laughter-and-her-fight-for-life/) - Tributes have been pouring in from across the British Asian community following the death of much-loved radio presenter and DJ Missy Dee, (real name Ritu Dhami) whose voice became synonymous with a generation of listeners during the golden era of Asian radio. Friends, family, former colleagues and radio stations including Sunrise Radio and Lyca Radio
- [England 4 Croatia 2: Kane double and Bellingham brilliance launch Three Lions' World Cup charge](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/england-4-croatia-2-kane-double-and-bellingham-brilliance-launch-three-lions-world-cup-charge/) - England announced themselves as genuine contenders for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening Group L clash in Dallas. In a match packed with drama, goals and attacking flair, captain Harry Kane struck twice before second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford secured all three points
- [That's The One! Zayn Malik's favourite takeaway dish sparks 1,000 free chaat giveaway at Prashad](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thats-the-one-zayn-maliks-favourite-takeaway-dish-sparks-1000-free-chaat-giveaway-at-prashad/) - Fans of Zayn Malik now have the chance to enjoy the singer's favourite takeaway dish for free after Yorkshire restaurant Prashad announced a giveaway of 1,000 complimentary portions of its famous Samosa Chaat. The award-winning vegetarian restaurant, which has been recognised multiple times at the Asian Standard Bradford Curry Awards as Restaurant of the Year,
- [King's Birthday Honours 2026: British South Asians recognised for changing lives, breaking barriers and shaping modern Britain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kings-birthday-honours-2026-south-asian-trailblazers-recognised-for-transforming-communities-business-and-public-life/) - From tackling domestic abuse and health inequalities to advancing artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship and education, British South Asians have once again featured prominently in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026, reflecting the growing influence of South Asian communities in shaping modern Britain. This year’s honours recognise more than 1,100 individuals from across the United Kingdom, celebrating
- [Manningham hero Tasif Khan delivers knockout inspiration at Lilycroft](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/manningham-hero-tasif-khan-delivers-knockout-inspiration-at-lilycroft/) - Pupils at Lilycroft Primary School were given a powerful lesson in ambition, resilience and determination when world boxing champion Tasif Khan visited the school to share his remarkable journey from the streets of Manningham to the world stage. The Bradford-born boxer spoke candidly about the challenges and opportunities he encountered on his path to success,
- ["I'm Hurt": Ten years after Jo Cox, is Britain listening?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/im-hurt-ten-years-after-jo-cox-is-britain-listening/) - Ten years ago, as Jo Cox lay fatally wounded in a Birstall street after being shot and stabbed by a far-right extremist, her reported final words were heartbreakingly simple: "I'm hurt." A decade on, those words feel less like the final plea of a murdered MP and more like a reflection of a country still
- [Bradford's rough sleeper team wins national gold: "We never give up on anyone"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-rough-sleeper-team-wins-national-gold-we-never-give-up-on-anyone/) - For those facing the harsh reality of rough sleeping in Bradford, one dedicated team who refused to give up on them, has now earned themselves a prestigious national gold award. Bradford’s Homeless Outreach Partnership won gold in the ‘Housing’ category at the Local Government Chronicle Awards. Commissioned by the then Labour-run Bradford Council in 2019,
- ['Giving back in a way that truly matters' – Meet Magistrate Naweed Hussain who is on a mission to encourage others to volunteer](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/giving-back-in-a-way-that-truly-matters-meet-magistrate-naweed-hussain-who-is-on-a-mission-to-encourage-others-to-volunteer/) - When Naweed Hussain took his seat on the magistrates' bench last year, he was continuing a lifelong commitment to serving his community. The Leeds Trinity University policing lecturer, who became a magistrate in 2025, is now encouraging others across Yorkshire and the North East to consider volunteering for one of the most important roles in
- ['I knew the truth would come out': Woman wins £6.6m after 24-year fight in one of Britain's longest divorce battles](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/i-knew-the-truth-would-come-out-woman-wins-6-6m-after-24-year-fight-in-one-of-britains-longest-divorce-battles/) - A woman who spent almost a quarter of a century fighting to prove her former husband had concealed his wealth has secured a £6.6 million settlement in what is being described as one of the longest-running divorce disputes in British legal history. Varsha Gohil, 61, first filed for divorce from solicitor Bhadresh Gohil in May
- [Family tragedy sparks discussion on support for parents of children with complex needs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/deaths-of-indian-origin-family-raise-questions-over-support-for-parents-of-children-with-complex-needs/) - The deaths of an Indian-origin family in London have sparked renewed discussion about the hidden pressures faced by South Asian families caring for children with complex medical needs and disabilities. Rakesh Pai, 47, his wife Aditi Paralkar, 46, and their son Sid died after falling from their 36th-floor apartment at the luxury UNCLE residential tower
- [Bradford schoolchildren warm hearts with generous donations for new mums and babies at BRI](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-schoolchildren-warm-hearts-with-generous-donations-for-new-mums-and-babies-at-bri/) - The kindness and community spirit of Bradford schoolchildren has touched staff at the city’s maternity unit after pupils donated essential care items to support new mums and babies. Seven pupils from Lilycroft Primary School visited the Women’s and Newborn Unit at Bradford Royal Infirmary alongside Head Teacher Leah Florence, Assistant Headteacher Leanne Holdsworth and Cover
- [Bradford community kitchen marks 18,500 meals milestone after relocation to new home](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-community-kitchen-marks-18500-meals-milestone-after-relocation-to-new-home/) - A Bradford community kitchen that provides free hot meals to people facing hardship has celebrated serving more than 18,500 meals in just over two years. The Nazim Ali Foundation's Khidma Community Kitchen recently relocated to its new base at Masjid Nùr – The Lux Mosque in Heaton, after operating from the Millan Centre in Manningham
- [Special Sikh prayers to honour Henry Nowak and promote unity after tragedy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/special-sikh-prayers-to-honour-henry-nowak-and-promote-unity-after-tragedy/) - Special Sikh prayers to honour Henry Nowak and promote unity after tragedy A special Sikh prayer service will be held in Leeds this weekend to remember teenager Henry Nowak and offer a space for reflection, healing and unity following the tragedy that has deeply affected communities across the UK. The prayer gathering, organised by the
- [London hosts first international Indian Restaurant Congress and Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-hosts-first-international-indian-restaurant-congress-and-awards/) - More than 250 restaurateurs, chefs, investors and hospitality leaders gathered in London this week as the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards made its international debut outside India. Held at the Royal Lancaster London, the event brought together some of the most influential figures in Indian hospitality from across the UK and overseas, reflecting the growing
- [New book explores future challenges facing British Muslims](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-book-explores-future-challenges-facing-british-muslims/) - A Bradford district educator and community leader has published a new book examining what he believes are some of the biggest challenges facing British Muslims in an increasingly divided and rapidly changing society. Dr Javed Bashir, founder of the Professional Muslim Institute and a long-standing advocate for social cohesion and community engagement, has released British
- ['What about the people who voted us in?' Reform leader promises investment beyond Bradford city centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/what-about-the-people-who-voted-us-in-reform-leader-promises-investment-beyond-bradford-city-centre/) - Bradford Council's new Reform UK leader has declared that the district has been "standing still" for two decades, while pledging to bring investment not only into the city centre but also into the communities he says have been left behind for years. In his first major comments since taking control of the authority, Councillor Stephen
- ['They took pieces of my soul': Woman speaks out after four men jailed for years of sexual abuse](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/they-took-pieces-of-my-soul-woman-speaks-out-after-four-men-jailed-for-years-of-sexual-abuse/) - A survivor of child sexual abuse has spoken of the devastating impact years of exploitation had on her life after four men were jailed for offences committed against her over a six-year period. In a powerful victim impact statement, the woman described how she was "used, abused and discarded" by the men, telling the court
- [15 men jailed for 188 years after Bradford child sexual exploitation survivor waits almost two decades for justice](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/15-men-jailed-for-188-years-after-bradford-child-sexual-exploitation-survivor-waits-almost-two-decades-for-justice/) - Fifteen men have been sentenced to a combined 188 years in prison after being convicted of raping and sexually exploiting a vulnerable teenage girl in Bradford over a four-year period. The survivor, who was aged between 14 and 18 when the abuse took place between 2007 and 2011, has spoken of the devastating impact the
- [British Sikhs call for justice and unity as Henry Nowak case sparks debate on policing and trust](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/british-sikhs-call-for-justice-and-unity-as-henry-nowak-case-sparks-debate-on-policing-and-trust/) - British Sikh leaders have condemned both the murder of teenager Henry Nowak and the violent disorder that followed in Southampton, warning against attempts to blame an entire community for the actions of one individual. The case has sparked national debate over policing, race, community relations and public trust after bodycam footage showed 18-year-old Henry Nowak
- ['People told me not to join Yorkshire': Moeen Ali hopes move can inspire next generation of South Asian cricketers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/people-told-me-not-to-join-yorkshire-moeen-ali-hopes-move-can-inspire-next-generation-of-south-asian-cricketers/) - Moeen Ali has revealed that "a lot of people" advised him against joining Yorkshire in the wake of the racism scandal that engulfed the county, but says the warnings only strengthened his determination to make the move. The former England all-rounder, one of the country's most successful white-ball cricketers, postponed retirement earlier this year to
- [Newcastle Gurdwara pays tribute to Henry Nowak as community rallies behind message of unity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-gurdwara-pays-tribute-to-henry-nowak-as-community-rallies-behind-message-of-unity/) - A Newcastle Gurdwara has issued a heartfelt statement following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak, describing the tragedy as a "horrific crime" and stressing that the actions of killer Vickrum Digwa do not represent Sikh values or the wider Sikh community. Leaders at Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Newcastle said they were left "shocked" and
- [Hamza Sohaib: Giving young people a political voice](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hamza-sohaib-giving-young-people-a-political-voice/) - At just 16, Hamza Sohaib is proving that age is no barrier to making a difference. As a Trustee with Kirklees Youth Alliance and a passionate advocate for youth political engagement, Hamza is on a mission to give young people a voice in the decisions that shape their lives. A Passion for Youth Empowerment Born
- [Huddersfield engineering students join global movement to inspire more women into STEM](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-engineering-students-join-global-movement-to-inspire-more-women-into-stem/) - A group of young women from the University of Huddersfield have returned from an international engineering conference determined to encourage more women to pursue careers in science and technology. Ten students from the University's School of Computing and Engineering travelled to Istanbul, Türkiye, after being selected for the Global Engineer Girls (GEG) programme, an initiative
- [“I needed to escape”: Photographer Imran shares how foster care changed his life](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/i-needed-to-escape-photographer-imran-shares-how-foster-care-changed-his-life/) - At nine years old, Imran Quayes made a decision that would alter the course of his life when he asked to enter foster care. While most children his age were worrying about homework or television shows, he was trying to understand how to escape a home environment he no longer felt safe in. Growing up
- [Kirklees council descends into fresh chaos as leadership deadlock continues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-descends-into-fresh-chaos-as-leadership-deadlock-continues/) - Political tensions erupted once again at Kirklees Council after another dramatic meeting ended without the authority appointing a leader, leaving the council facing weeks of further uncertainty. A heated session on Wednesday night saw councillors return to the chamber for a second attempt to break the political deadlock following last week’s failed Annual Council Meeting
- [Former Desi Khana owner fined after inspectors uncover rat droppings and ‘appalling’ conditions](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-desi-khana-owner-fined-after-inspectors-uncover-rat-droppings-and-appalling-conditions/) - The former owner of a Leeds Road takeaway has been fined almost £5,000 after environmental health inspectors discovered rodent droppings, filthy conditions and serious food hygiene breaches at the business. Desi Khana was handed a zero food hygiene rating following inspections carried out by Bradford Council in March and August last year. At Bradford Magistrates'
- [Anita Rani launches new podcast exploring identity, rebellion and South Asian taboos](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/anita-rani-launches-new-podcast-exploring-identity-rebellion-and-south-asian-taboos/) - Popular TV presenter and radio host Anita Rani has launched her brand-new podcast Sisters of Defiance, with the first episode featuring one of the most recognisable Punjabi faces on British television, Dame Meera Syal. The debut episode sees the two Punjabi women unpack deeply personal conversations around divorce within South Asian communities, representation in British
- [Hundreds gather to honour activist Tulsi Vagjiani at colourful funeral service](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hundreds-gather-to-honour-activist-tulsi-vagjiani-at-colourful-funeral-service/) - Family, friends and supporters gathered on Friday to celebrate the life of activist and humanitarian Tulsi Vagjiani, whose resilience and compassion touched people across the UK. Close to 100 mourners attended the funeral service in person, with many others joining online to pay tribute to Vagjiani, who survived a devastating plane crash as a child
- [Chaos at Kirklees Council as Leader vote collapses amid confusion](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/chaos-at-kirklees-council-as-leader-vote-collapses-amid-confusion/) - Kirklees Council has been left without a leader after a chaotic and deeply confused Annual Council Meeting descended into disorder, with councillors openly admitting they did not understand what they were voting for. The dramatic meeting, held following the appointment of new Mayor Karen Allison, ended without a new Council Leader being elected after multiple
- [Former Newcastle Lord Mayor marks father’s racist murder anniversary with warning over rising hate](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-newcastle-lord-mayor-marks-fathers-racist-murder-anniversary-with-warning-over-rising-hate/) - Former Newcastle Lord Mayor Habib Rahman has issued a stark warning about the rise of racism, Islamophobia and far-right politics in Britain as he marked the 49th anniversary of his father’s racist murder. Rahman was just three years old when his father, Azizur Rahman, was killed while working at a restaurant in Wallsend in 1977.
- [New ‘Shantona Haven’ opens its doors to support women and families in Leeds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-shantona-haven-opens-its-doors-to-support-women-and-families-in-leeds/) - A vibrant new community space designed to support vulnerable women and families has officially opened in the heart of Harehills, marking a major milestone for one of Leeds’ longest-serving grassroots charities. Community leaders, dignitaries, supporters and local families gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Shantona Haven, a welcoming new hub created by
- [Entrepreneur Frank Khalid and neurosurgeon Dr Irfan Malik awarded Pakistan civil honours](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/entrepreneur-frank-khalid-and-neurosurgeon-dr-irfan-malik-awarded-pakistan-civil-honours/) - A dignified investiture ceremony was held at the Pakistan High Commission in London to honour distinguished overseas Pakistanis with civil awards in recognition of their contributions in business, healthcare and philanthropy. The ceremony was attended by award recipients and their families, senior officials from the High Commission, prominent members of the British Pakistani community and
- [Beloved ‘Mum’ from Channel 4’s The Family dies after cancer battle](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/beloved-mum-from-channel-4s-the-family-dies-after-cancer-battle/) - Sarbjit Kaur Grewal, the much-loved matriarch from Channel 4’s groundbreaking documentary series The Family, has died following a battle with lung cancer. Affectionately known to millions simply as “Mum”, Sarbjit passed away peacefully on Saturday 16 May 2026 surrounded by her family, with son Sunny by her side. Born in Punjab, India, in 1954, Sarbjit
- [Column: Standing together against fear and division](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-standing-together-against-fear-and-division/) - Recent scenes at a rally led by Tommy Robinson in London should worry anyone who cares about the future of Britain. Speeches filled with anger, blame, and fear may excite crowds in the moment, but in reality, they create division, mistrust, and hatred between communities that have lived side by side for many years. Using
- [The independent bookshop that is preserving South Asian literature in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-independent-bookshop-that-is-preserving-south-asian-literature-in-london/) - Hidden among the busy streets near Waterloo, Shalimar Books has quietly spent decades preserving stories, histories and identities often overlooked by mainstream British bookselling. Chetan Kumria, who recently took the shop over from his parents said that: “The shop is more than a business. It is the continuation of a family project that began long
- [Leeds charity supporting older people bowled over by visit from former England cricket captain Nasser Hussain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-charity-supporting-older-people-bowled-over-by-visit-from-former-england-captain-nasser-hussain/) - A Leeds group helping older people reconnect through the power of sport welcomed a special guest recently as former England cricket captain Nasser Hussain paid a visit to members at Holt Park. The cricket legend spent time with members of the Sporting Memories club, sharing stories from his celebrated playing and broadcasting career before joining
- [Tributes pour in for Tulsi Vagjiani, award-winning activist who has died age 46](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tributes-pour-in-for-tulsi-vagjiani-award-winning-activist-who-has-passed-away/) - Tulsi Vagjiani, the woman whose family died in a plane crash at the age of 10, died on Monday 11 May aged 46. Vagjiani was an award-winning humanitarian who was an ambassador for charities such as Changing Faces, who supports people with visible differences. She was also known to actively campaign for awareness and inclusion,
- [Reform UK’s rise has sparked concern, but also reflection](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/reform-uks-rise-has-sparked-concern-but-also-reflection/) - Like many people across Bradford and the rest of the country, I watched the recent local election results with great interest. The success of Reform UK in several areas has sparked debate, concern and, in some communities, genuine anxiety. As a British Muslim who has spent many years working in education, community engagement and interfaith
- [Labour loses control of Leeds City Council after Green and Reform gains](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/labour-loses-control-of-leeds-city-council-after-green-and-reform-gains/) - Labour has lost its overall control of Leeds City Council after suffering losses to the Green Party and Reform UK in the local elections. Despite remaining the largest party with 48 of the authority’s 99 seats, the result means Labour no longer holds a majority, paving the way for new political arrangements at the council.
- [Political earthquake in Kirklees as Reform UK surges and Labour wiped out](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/political-earthquake-in-kirklees-as-reform-uk-surges-and-labour-wiped-out/) - The political landscape in Kirklees has been dramatically reshaped after Labour leader Councillor Carole Pattison lost her seat in Greenhead following a sweeping victory for the Green Party, while Reform UK emerged as the council’s largest party for the first time. Councillor Pattison was ousted after serving the Greenhead ward for 16 years, as Green
- [Huge shake up as leader loses seat in Bradford local elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huge-shake-up-as-leader-loses-seat-in-bradford-local-elections/) - The future of Bradford’s Council’s political makeup remains unclear this evening, but there has already been a political earthquake with the Council’s leader ousted by Reform. Results for around two thirds of the Bradford District were announced on Friday, with Labour losing numerous seats and Reform making huge gains after starting the week with no
- [Hounslow Election Results: Labour majority cut to one as Reform and Tories gain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hounslow-election-results-labour-majority-cut-to-one-as-reform-and-tories-gain/) - Labour has retained control of Hounslow Council following the local elections, despite losing 20 seats. It will be Labour’s slimmest majority since retaking the council in 2010. The party will have a majority of one, compared to a majority of 20 after the 2022 vote. A total of 32 is needed for a majority –
- [Labour MP blames party leadership after election lossess](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/labour-mp-blames-party-leadership-after-election-lossess/) - An MP has blamed the Labour Party leadership after seats were lost in the city council elections. Richard Burgon, east Leeds Labour MP, said Keir Starmer should set a “timetable to go” following the vote. He said: “I think candidates would not have lost if it wasn’t for the mistakes and positions taken by Keir
- [Man convicted of murdering teenager Junaid Khan in Bradford disorder](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/man-convicted-of-murdering-teenager-junaid-khan-in-bradford-disorder/) - A man has been convicted over the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Junaid Khan during a violent disturbance in Bradford last year. Junaid Khan died after being stabbed during a large-scale disorder on Newton Street in the West Bowling area on 6 June 2025. Following a trial lasting more than nine weeks at Bradford Crown Court,
- [Labour Mayor Kim McGuinness warns Starmer is ‘on borrowed time’ after election blow](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/labour-mayor-kim-mcguinness-warns-starmer-is-on-borrowed-time-after-election-blow/) - Sir Keir Starmer is on “borrowed time”, Labour’s North East mayor has warned. Kim McGuinness says the Prime Minister has a “very short window to turn this around” in the wake of a brutal set of local election results. Sir Keir insisted on Friday that he was “not going to walk away”, despite Labour haemorrhaging
- [Newcastle City Council Labour leader Karen Kilgour loses seat in local elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-city-council-labour-leader-karen-kilgour-loses-seat-in-local-elections/) - Labour’s council leader in Newcastle has lost her seat. Karen Kilgour failed to win election in the Blakelaw and Cowgate ward, where Reform UK secured victory and took all three available seats. Coun Kilgour has been Labour’s leader on Newcastle City Council since 2024, taking over after the resignation of Nick Kemp. Labour has been
- [London dominates UK’s Top 100 curry restaurants list as industry celebrates new culinary stars](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-dominates-uks-top-100-curry-restaurants-list-as-industry-celebrates-new-culinary-stars/) - London’s curry scene has once again cemented its place at the heart of British dining after a host of the capital’s restaurants were named among the UK’s Top 100 Curry Restaurants for 2026. From Michelin-starred institutions to emerging independent venues reshaping Asian cuisine, restaurants across London and Greater London featured heavily in this year’s prestigious
- [Tears at Ealing Council count as Labour survive a bruising with Greens and Lib Dems gaining](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tears-at-ealing-council-count-as-labour-survive-a-bruising-with-greens-and-lib-dems-gaining/) - Labour has retained control of Ealing Council following the local elections but lost 13 seats in the process. It will be a historic fifth consecutive term of governance for Labour. The Liberal Democrats saw a surge in their seats on the council, up by seven to 13 councillors. The Green Party also had much to
- [New research reveals two in five young adults want to leave London in the next five years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-research-reveals-two-in-five-young-adults-want-to-leave-london-in-the-next-five-years/) - Two in five young adults are likely to leave London in the next five years due to crime levels, stalling career opportunities and high rental costs, new research has revealed. A new report from the London Heritage Quarter suggests 18 to 30-year-olds are experiencing a sharp decline in their quality of life, with some young
- [Tower Hamlets council blocks plan to house five in two-bed flat over ‘inadequate living standards’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tower-hamlets-council-blocks-plan-to-house-five-in-two-bed-flat-over-inadequate-living-standards/) - A landlord has been told by Tower Hamlets Council they can’t keep using a two-bed flat to house five people. The owner of the flat, above a phone repair shop in Roman Road, had already been using it as a home for up to five people, having turned the living room into a third bedroom.
- [Harrow Conservative candidate suspended for social media posts calling for "mass deportations"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/harrow-conservative-candidate-suspended-for-social-media-posts-calling-for-mass-deportations/) - A Harrow candidate in tomorrows local elections has been suspended by the Conservative Party after a series of social media posts linked to an account he is associated with appeared to express support for far-right activist Tommy Robinson and call for “mass deportations”. Nathan Smith was the Conservative candidate for West Harrow at the upcoming
- [Conservative mayoral candidate says she offers ‘Real Change’ in Newham race](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/conservative-mayoral-candidate-says-she-offers-real-change-in-newham-race/) - Of the eight candidates standing to be elected as mayor of Newham, one is in the Labour Party and three used to be. Aside from Labour candidate Forhad Hussain, the Green Party’s Areeq Chowdhury, Reform’s Clive Furness and Newham Independents leader Mehmood Mirza are all ex-Labour members. Not so Terri Bloore, the Conservative Party’s candidate
- [Councillor ‘Heartbroken’ over lack of affordable homes in major Silvertown development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-heartbroken-over-lack-of-affordable-homes-in-major-silvertown-development/) - A Newham councillor has said she is “dismayed and heartbroken” at the low level of affordable housing planned at a major new development in Silvertown. Property developer Ballymore won approval from councillors to build a new 1,667-home development at Knights Road in Silvertown yesterday Tuesday 28 April, but with just 153 ‘affordable’ homes included as
- [Objection raised over late-night opening plans for Ilford takeaway](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/objection-raised-over-late-night-opening-plans-for-ilford-takeaway/) - An Ilford resident has challenged an application for a Pakistani takeaway to close later. Lahori Darbar, in Ilford Lane, has applied to Redbridge Council for permission to close at midnight on weekdays and 1am on Fridays and Saturdays. It is currently licensed to close at 11pm latest every night. The owner of the takeaway, Rizwan
- [Father protests after lift failures leave him and his daughter with disabilities stuck in third-floor flat](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/father-protests-after-lift-failures-leave-him-and-his-daughter-with-disabilities-stuck-in-third-floor-flat/) - A man with a disabled daughter says Barking and Dagenham Council has left him stuck in a third-floor flat where lifts repeatedly break down. Mohammed, who did not want his surname used, was placed at Arbor Court, on Barking’s Gascoigne Estate, in 2023, and says he’s been asking the council to move him to somewhere
- [Major production set to be filmed in Dagenham](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/major-production-set-to-be-filmed-in-dagenham/) - A “major production” looks set to be filmed at Eastbrook Studios in Dagenham. Film company LBBD Film has applied for planning permission to use land at the nearby May and Baker Way Car Park, for commercial filming. Documents included with the planning application say this follows “discussions with a major production which identified a need
- [BEAP Girls Sports Club wins diversity award at Bradford Sports Awards 2026](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/beap-girls-sports-club-wins-diversity-award-at-bradford-sports-awards-2026/) - BEAP Girls Sports Club has won the Diversity and Inclusion Award at the Bradford Sports Awards 2026, recognising its work in breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for girls from ethnically diverse communities. The club was also Highly Commended in the Community Engagement category, highlighting its wider impact in bringing communities together through sport. Based
- [Police probe removal of Green Party sign as candidate denies wrongdoing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-probe-removal-of-green-party-sign-as-candidate-denies-wrongdoing/) - An Independent Councillor claims he was given permission to remove a Green Party election sign from a Bradford property. Police have told the Local Democracy Reporting Service they are currently investigating a report of criminal damage on Rossefield Road in the Heaton area on Monday. The incident relates to a Green Party election poster being
- [Madame Tussauds unveils ‘Icons of India’ as Bollywood presence grows in the UK](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/madame-tussauds-unveils-icons-of-india-as-bollywood-presence-grows-in-the-uk/) - Bollywood is experiencing a resurgence in the UK, following the UK-India Trade Agreement in July 2025, although its popularity had already been rising for some time. As part of the agreement, Yash Raj Films confirmed it would produce three major blockbusters from earlier this year after an eight-year hiatus. The productions are expected to create
- [Bana Gora: Fearless Bradford visionary and champion of women has died, leaving enduring legacy of truth and community](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bana-gora-fearless-bradford-visionary-and-champion-of-women-has-died-leaving-enduring-legacy-of-truth-and-community/) - Tributes have been pouring in following the death of Bana (Bilques) Gora, a prominent community leader and chief executive of the Muslim Women's Council. With a career spanning more than three decades in the charitable and not-for-profit sector, Bana was widely respected for her work supporting vulnerable communities. Her experience included frontline roles in domestic violence
- [Former Bracknell mayor jailed for helping son cover up rape](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-bracknell-mayor-jailed-for-helping-son-cover-up-rape/) - A former mayor of Bracknell and her son have been jailed after she attempted to obstruct police investigating his rape of a teenage girl. Naheed Ejaz, 61, who served as Bracknell Forest Council’s first Muslim mayor in 2023 before stepping down as a Labour councillor in October 2024, was sentenced to three years in prison.
- [East London Mosque launches ‘Discover One New Muslim hub’ to support Muslims facing isolation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/east-london-mosque-launches-discover-one-new-muslim-hub-to-support-new-muslims-facing-isolation/) - East London mosque has launched a dedicated support centre aimed at helping people who have recently embraced Islam amid growing concern that many new Muslims experience isolation. The new facility known as the Discover One New Muslim Hub, officially opened on 24 April 2026 and is designed to provide structured support including mentoring, education and
- [Bradford-born Zayn Malik returns to his roots with culturally-inspired album KONNAKOL](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-born-zayn-malik-returns-to-his-roots-with-culturally-inspired-album-konnakol/) - Bradford-born global pop star Zayn Malik has released his fifth studio album KONNAKOL, marking a notable return to the South Asian influences that have long underpinned his sound. The multi-platinum artist, who first rose to fame on The X Factor before joining chart-dominating group One Direction, has spent the past decade carving out a solo
- [Middlesbrough: Heritage trail and ‘culture passport’ proposed for bicentenary](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-heritage-trail-and-culture-passport-proposed-for-bicentenary/) - Ambitious plans for a “distinctive heritage trail” and a new “passport to culture” scheme have been outlined as part of proposals to mark Middlesbrough’s 200th anniversary. Members of Middlesbrough Council’s place scrutiny panel heard how the ideas could celebrate the town’s industrial past while encouraging residents and visitors to explore local attractions. Proposals include creating
- [Target-led building strategy blamed for London housing shortfall](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/target-led-building-strategy-blamed-for-london-housing-shortfall/) - City Hall is too “obsessed” with encouraging the development of smaller housing to hit arbitrary targets rather than building the larger properties that Londoners need, the Mayor has been told. Anna Clarke, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at The Housing Forum, said developers must ensure any properties being built help alleviate the city’s housing
- [Garages in Tower Hamlets will be turned into studios, gardens and community sauna](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/garages-in-tower-hamlets-will-be-turned-into-studios-gardens-and-community-sauna/) - A block of garages and parking spaces on the Teviot Estate in Poplar can be turned into studio workspaces and gardens, Tower Hamlets Council has agreed. R-Urban Poplar, which runs a sustainable food-growing project next to the site, wants to install a comminity sauna, garden, and studio workspaces there. Plans say the project aims to
- [Children under the care of Harrow agency are “not protected or safeguarded” according to Ofsted](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/children-under-the-care-of-harrow-agency-are-not-protected-or-safeguarded-according-to-ofsted/) - Children under the care of a foster agency in Harrow are “not protected or safeguarded” due to “serious and widespread failures” at the company, according to the education watchdog. Ofsted rated Thrive Fostering Ltd was given ‘Inadequate’ in all areas following an inspection in early March. It was the agency’s first inspection since being registered
- [Former London Police officer convicted for assault and breaching professional standards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-london-police-officer-convicted-for-assault-and-breaching-professional-standards/) - A former City of London Police officer convicted for assaulting a child whilst off-duty has been found to have breached professional standards, weeks after he resigned. Former Police Constable Manpreet Callo was arrested by Essex Police for common assault on 24 October 2025 after an allegation was made that he grabbed the arm of a
- [Millions invested in Bradford communities amid rising demand](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/millions-invested-in-bradford-communities-amid-rising-demand/) - An independent grant-maker has supported more than 16,000 people across Bradford since 2023, as demand for funding to tackle poverty and inequality continues to grow. GiveBradford said its work with hundreds of grassroots organisations, alongside backing from local businesses, has helped channel millions of pounds into frontline services across the district. Partnerships with firms including
- [West London's Jain community welcomes Back Heathrow campaign](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-londons-jain-community-welcomes-back-heathrow-campaign/) - West London's Jain community held an event at the Navnat Centre in Hayes on Friday 17 April, welcoming support for the Back Heathrow campaign. Back Heathrow is a campaign that represents the views of 100,000 people based in West London and Thames Valley. They “want growth in jobs and trade at the UK’s only hub
- [Property owner fined after trees roots damaged by unauthorised excavation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/property-owner-fined-after-trees-roots-damaged-by-unauthorised-excavation/) - An Essex based property boss has been ordered to pay over £3,600 after he admitted responsibility for damage to a Conservation Area tree. Unauthorised excavation work carried out to the rear of the former Great Horton Library building in recent years had badly damaged the roots of a large tree, leaving its future uncertain. On
- [Developer submits controversial build on flood-prone land in East Ham](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/developer-submits-controversial-build-on-flood-prone-land-in-east-ham/) - The former East Ham Gasworks could become the site of an 800-home housing development, according to details submitted to Newham Council. Property developer St William Homes is considering applying for planning permission for the development despite the fact the site is at “high risk of flooding”. It is also Metropolitan Open Land – which holds
- [Redbridge resident's controversial extension approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/redbridge-residents-controversial-extension-approved/) - A Redbridge resident’s extension to his Ilford home has been approved by councillors after several objections. Muhammad Khan’s proposals to add another bedroom to his Sunnymede Drive property, increasing it from a two-bed to a three-bed, received pushback from seven locals. He also applied to install roof lights to the front and rear. It would
- [Jeremy Corbyn throws support behind Redbridge independant candidates ahead of elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/jeremy-corbyn-throws-support-behind-redbridge-independant-candidates-ahead-of-elections/) - Your Party leader Jeremy Corbyn has thrown his support behind independent candidates in Redbridge ahead of the local elections in May. He has officially backed the Redbridge Independents, which he said represent a “growing and diverse movement, united in a belief that local councils exist to protect public services and support the most vulnerable in
- [First Reform UK councillor in West London after Labour defection](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/first-reform-uk-councillor-in-west-london-after-labour-defection/) - A Labour councillor in Hounslow has quit the party and joined Reform UK, becoming the borough’s first member to sit under the party’s banner. Councillor Bandna Chopra, who represents Hounslow West, has been a Labour councillor for 12 years, and a member of the party for 20 years. Speaking to Prabhdeep Singh, Chair of Hounslow
- ['People are underestimating the likelihood of a Green victory in this election': Green candidate claims](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/people-are-underestimating-the-likelihood-of-a-green-victory-in-this-election-green-candidate-claims/) - Much commentary on Newham’s coming local elections focuses on the battle between the dominant Labour Party and the insurgent Newham Independents – but could the Greens sneek a surprise win? Councillor Areeq Chowdhury claimed that “people are really underestimating the likelihood of a Green victory in this election”. Cllr Chowdhury, who defected from Labour in
- [Farage backs away from plan to split Bromley from the Greater London Authority](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/farage-backs-away-from-plan-to-split-bromley-from-the-greater-london-authority/) - The battle to keep Bromley in London may already have been won after Reform appeared to change its tune on planning for another ‘Brexit’. Nigel Farage’s party has denied it has any plans to split Bromley from the Greater London Authority despite Reform councillor Alan Cook saying last summer Mr Farage was “really enthusiastic” about
- [A&E crisis deepens as Redbridge and Havering hospitals face record demand](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ae-crisis-deepens-as-redbridge-and-havering-hospitals-face-record-demand/) - Emergency departments across Redbridge and Havering recorded their busiest month on record in March, according to NHS figures. Data from Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) shows an average of 1,000 people sought urgent and emergency care each day. The trust’s two hospitals, Queen’s Hospital and King George Hospital, treated a total of
- [Late-night pizza plans in Redbridge face police and council opposition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/late-night-pizza-plans-in-redbridge-face-police-and-council-opposition/) - A pizzeria has made a bid to open two new branches in Redbridge, but is facing pushback from the council and Metropolitan Police. Mazhar Iqbal is looking to open a new Chef’s Pizza in High Road in Ilford and in High Street in Barkingside. Both venues would be selling fried chicken, pizza, chips and soft
- [West London teacher avoids ban after gossiping with student on WhatsApp](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-london-teacher-avoids-ban-after-gossiping-with-student-on-whatsapp/) - A West London teacher has been allowed to continue her career in education after she was found to have been gossiping with a student on WhatsApp. Although the interactions were highly unprofessional, they were not sexual or malicious in nature. Miss Amani Choudhury was an early career teacher of religious studies at The Alec Reed
- [Brent business fined nearly £7,000 after being found selling illegal tobacco packets](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/brent-business-fined-nearly-7000-after-being-found-selling-illegal-tobacco-packets/) - A business in Willesden Green has been fined nearly £7,000 after the local authorities Trading Standards team seized more than 1,000 packets of illegal tobacco. The owner pleaded guilty to two charges at the court hearing on 16 April Marys London Ltd, which trades as the Food Shop and based at 268 Willesden High Road,
- [Rapist of 14-year-old girl jailed 20 years later after forensic breakthrough](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rapist-of-14-year-old-girl-jailed-20-years-later-after-forensic-breakthrough/) - A man who raped a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Bradford has been jailed more than two decades after the attack, following a breakthrough in DNA evidence. Abdul Qayum, now 53, was convicted at Bradford Crown Court and sentenced to 14 years in prison. He has also been placed on the sex offenders register for life. The
- [Sir Sadiq Khan says 2027 Tour de France Femmes stage will “inspire the next generation of women cyclists”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sir-sadiq-khan-says-2027-tour-de-france-femmes-stage-will-inspire-the-next-generation-of-women-cyclists/) - City Hall are hoping London’s historic hosting of the first ever Tour de France Femmes team time trial will see more women take to two wheels across the capital in future. Central London will play home to an 18km circuit culminating in a finish line on the Mall in August 2027, with the world’s best
- [Lord Sugar’s influencer era begins as Karishma Vijay transforms boardroom boss into social media star](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lord-sugars-influencer-era-begins-as-karishma-vijay-transforms-boardroom-boss-into-social-media-star/) - A week after securing Lord Sugar’s investment on The Apprentice, Karishma Vijay is already turning early promise into tangible results, with her new venture reportedly attracting more than 7,000 customers and generating £250,000 in turnover. The rapid growth marks a striking start for the latest winner, who has stepped into business partnership with Lord Alan
- [Green party candidate for Northbury says the council ‘is not taking care’ of green spaces](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/green-party-candidate-for-northbury-says-the-council-is-not-taking-care-of-green-spaces/) - The chair of the local Green Party wants to “restore that sense of pride to the borough”. Curtis Cooper, chair of Barking and Dagenham Green Party and a candidate standing in Northbury ward, says the main issues for the Greens in the borough are cleaner and safer streets, improved green spaces, and housing. “We are
- [Southall's first authentic Goan store set to open](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/southalls-first-authentic-goan-store-set-to-open/) - The “first authentic Goan store” is set to open in Southall after councillors granted Goa Food and Wine an alcohol licence. There were strong objections from the Metropolitan Police and Karibu Community Homes. However, Ealing Council’s Licensing Sub-Committee concluded that the applicant was “a reasonable operator with a good understanding of the licensing objectives”. The
- [The man redefining AI with humanity at its core honoured by Oxford University](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-man-redefining-ai-with-humanity-at-its-core-honoured-by-oxford-university/) - Artificial intelligence leader Shekhar Natarajan has been awarded the prestigious Bodleian Medal by Oxford University, recognising his contributions to advancing AI in the public interest. The honour marks a defining moment for the founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI, whose work is reshaping how the industry approaches ethics, responsibility and human-centred innovation. Natarajan has emerged as
- [Local doctor Jamilla Hussain earns national recognition for driving change in healthcare](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/local-doctor-jamilla-hussain-earns-national-recognition-for-driving-change-in-healthcare/) - A Bradford doctor has been selected for a prestigious national leadership programme recognising the next generation of innovators in healthcare. The renowned Academy of Medical Sciences’ Future Leaders in Innovation, Enterprise and Research (FLIER) programme is designed to develop trailblazers capable of working across academia, industry and the NHS to tackle some of the biggest
- [COLUMN: From Support to Suspicion: The hidden risk in domestic violence claims](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-from-support-to-suspicion-the-hidden-risk-in-domestic-violence-claims/) - A recent investigation by the BBC has brought an uncomfortable issue into the open. Its undercover report, released on 16 April, alleges that some unregulated immigration advisers are encouraging individuals to make false claims of domestic violence in order to secure the right to remain in the United Kingdom. If true, this is deeply troubling.
- [Nominations open for NPH Ethnic Minority Powerlist 2026 celebrating impact across the North](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nominations-open-for-nph-ethnic-minority-powerlist-2026-celebrating-impact-across-the-north/) - Nominations have officially opened for the NPH Ethnic Minority Powerlist 2026, as organisers call on communities across the North of England to recognise individuals driving meaningful change. The annual initiative, led by the NPH Ethnic Minority Business and Policy Forum, has grown significantly since its early years. Initially focused on celebrating achievements within the South
- [The cost of applying for a number of licences in Bradford is due to rise next month](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-cost-of-applying-for-a-number-of-licences-in-bradford-is-due-to-rise-next-month/) - The cost of applying for a street trading or scrap metal business licence in Bradford is likely to rise next month – but there will be a freeze on the cost of a sex establishment licence. On Thursday Bradford Council’s Regulatory and Appeals Committee will decide whether to increase how much it charges to apply
- [From laughs to luxury: Karishma Vijay charms her way to Lord Sugar’s £250k backing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-laughs-to-luxury-karishma-vijay-charms-her-way-to-lord-sugars-250k-backing/) - Karishma Vijay has been crowned the latest winner of The Apprentice, securing a £250,000 investment from Lord Sugar for her skincare brand, winning over the boardroom with a blend of authenticity, humour and sharp business instinct. In a final that showcased two very different but compelling pitches, 21-year-old Pascha Myhill delivered what Lord Sugar described
- [Bringing the NHS to your community – the Service Access roadshow on tour](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bringing-the-nhs-to-your-community-the-service-access-roadshow-on-tour/) - Touring 15 different locations across the country, the NHS Service Access roadshow has been supporting individuals and communities to take control of their health, sharing information about the different ways you can access NHS services quickly, easily, and on your terms. For example, visiting your local Pharmacy for a minor illness, contacting NHS 111 for urgent medical
- [Control is not love. Harm is not honour — It’s time to talk about ‘Honour’-based abuse](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/control-is-not-love-harm-is-not-honour-its-time-to-talk-about-honour-based-abuse/) - We celebrate our elders, cherish our traditions, and take deep pride in who we are as a community. However, within these bonds of belonging, there is a conversation we have not yet had loudly enough. A conversation about what happens when the name of ‘honour’ is used to control, threaten, or harm those we love.
- [Workshop launched to help parents tackle risks of social media use among young people](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/workshop-launched-to-help-parents-tackle-risks-of-social-media-use-among-young-people/) - With platforms such as TikTok now embedded in the daily lives of millions of young people, a new community initiative in Bradford is aiming to equip parents with the tools to keep their children safe online. Oasis Community Space Lister Park will host two dedicated workshops titled ‘Keeping Your Child Safe Online’, designed to support
- [Newcastle unveils world’s first permanent Rohingya memorial](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-unveils-worlds-first-permanent-rohingya-memorial/) - History was made on Sunday, 12 April, as Newcastle upon Tyne became the first city in the UK — and the world — to unveil a permanent memorial dedicated to the victims of the Rohingya genocide. The landmark memorial, situated in Newcastle City Council’s Peace Garden, was officially unveiled following a civic ceremony at the
- [Bradford fire killer given whole-life order for murder of mother and three children](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-fire-killer-given-whole-life-order-for-murder-of-mother-and-three-children/) - A man who set fire to a Bradford family home in a calculated act of revenge, killing a young mother and her three children, will spend the rest of his life behind bars. At Doncaster Crown Court on Friday (6 March), Sharaz Ali, 40, was handed a whole-life order for the murders of Bryonie Gawith,
- [Moon wars begin early – But British Muslims largely unite for Eid on 20 March](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/moon-wars-begin-early-but-british-muslims-largely-unite-for-eid-on-20-march/) - The annual “moon wars” began before Ramadan had even settled this year, as Muslims across the UK started fasting on different days, some on 18 February, others on 19 February, setting the stage for a familiar debate: when exactly is Eid? Those who began fasting on 18 February have confirmed they will celebrate Eid al-Fitr
- [From player to mentor: Bradford coach Ali Sawari earns Premier League honour](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-player-to-mentor-bradford-coach-ali-sawari-earns-premier-league-honour/) - A young Bradford coach who once turned up to free football sessions as a teenager has now been recognised on the national stage, highlighting a journey rooted in the city’s grassroots game. Ali Sawari, a coach with Bradford City’s Community Foundation, has been named a Premier League Community Captain, marking a significant milestone in his
- [Keighley man jailed after repeatedly lying to dodge speeding offences](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/keighley-man-jailed-after-repeatedly-lying-to-dodge-speeding-offences/) - A Keighley man who repeatedly attempted to evade speeding penalties by falsely claiming his number plates had been stolen has been jailed after police uncovered his deception. Ayaan Rafiq, 31, of Castle Road, was sentenced to 20 months in prison at Bradford Crown Court on Monday, 23 March, after pleading guilty to perverting the course
- [From Procession to Progress: How Southall’s Nagar Kirtan became a beacon of unity in divided Britain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-procession-to-progress-how-southalls-nagar-kirtan-became-a-beacon-of-unity-in-divided-britain/) - Every spring, the streets of Southall are transformed. A sea of saffron flows through West London, drums echo into the distance, and the air carries the scent of freshly prepared langar. But beyond the colour and celebration, Southall’s annual Nagar Kirtan has come to represent something far deeper, a powerful symbol of resilience, shared humanity
- [Two South Asian women storm into The Apprentice final, smashing barriers in Lord Sugar’s boardroom](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/two-south-asian-women-storm-into-the-apprentice-final-smashing-barriers-in-lord-sugars-boardroom/) - Two women of South Asian heritage have secured their place in the final of The Apprentice 2026, marking a powerful moment of representation as they prepare to face Lord Alan Sugar in one of television’s toughest boardrooms. After 10 demanding tasks and a bruising interview stage, finalists Karishma Vijay and Pascha Myhill emerged as the
- [Newcastle set to make history with UK and Europe’s first Palestinian memorial](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-set-to-make-history-with-uk-and-europes-first-palestinian-memorial/) - Newcastle could become the first city in the UK and Europe to install a permanent memorial dedicated to Palestinian civilians, under plans backed by councillors and community groups. The proposed memorial would be located in the city’s Peace Garden at the Civic Centre, a space created for reflection and remembrance for communities affected by war,
- [“Plenty of room for improvement”: Nearly half of London cyclists still feel unsafe despite boom in bike travel](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plenty-of-room-for-improvement-nearly-half-of-london-cyclists-still-feel-unsafe-despite-boom-in-bike-travel/) - Cycling in London has become significantly safer in recent years, but nearly half of riders still do not feel secure on the capital’s roads, according to new polling. Figures seen by the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) show that 43 per cent of cyclists in London continue to feel unsafe, despite major investment in cycling
- [Residents demand action as anti-social behaviour and off-road bikes top Darlington safety concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-demand-action-as-anti-social-behaviour-and-off-road-bikes-top-darlington-safety-concerns/) - Residents in Darlington have thrown their support behind new council plans to tackle persistent anti-social behaviour and the growing nuisance of off-road motorcycles across the borough. Darlington Borough Council has unveiled a new community safety partnership plan, shaped by direct feedback from residents, setting out four key priorities aimed at improving public safety and wellbeing.
- [19 new homes confirmed for Kirklees despite objection](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/19-new-homes-confirmed-for-kirklees-despite-objection/) - Nineteen new homes will be built on Liversedge fields despite fears over the “devastating” impact on neighbours. Kirklees Council has recently approved plans from John Brooke Builders Ltd to develop a plot of land at Lands Beck Way in Hightown. The site is allocated for residential development in the council’s Local Plan, and is bordered
- [COLUMN: Is Labour Losing Its grip in Bradford District?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-is-labour-losing-its-grip-in-bradford-district/) - On 7 May, Bradford will hold one of its most important local elections in many years. All 90 council seats will be contested, creating a rare chance for change across the district. For Labour, which has led Bradford politics for around forty years, this is more than a normal election. It is a real test
- [Free Home Office eVisa support event to be held at Oasis Lister Park Community Space](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/free-home-office-evisa-support-event-to-be-held-at-oasis-lister-park-community-space/) - Residents across Bradford are being encouraged to attend a free support event aimed at helping individuals transition to the UK’s new digital immigration system. The session, delivered in partnership with the Home Office Outreach team, will take place at Oasis Lister Park Community Space on 16 April, offering practical, one-to-one guidance for those needing assistance
- [Apprentice hopeful Rothna fired weeks after screen time row sparks fan backlash](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/apprentice-hopeful-rothna-fired-weeks-after-screen-time-row-sparks-fan-backlash/) - British Bangladeshi candidate Rothna has been fired from The Apprentice in week 10, just weeks after a social media storm erupted over claims she was edited out of key scenes. The latest episode saw candidates take on a pet-focused task, where teams were challenged to design a product and create a social media campaign before
- [ADVERTORIAL: When you’re a parent, every question is a good one](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/advertorial-when-youre-a-parent-every-question-is-a-good-one/) - Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest joys but it can also bring plenty of questions. From pregnancy to preparing your child for school, every stage of early parenthood can come with new decisions and uncertainties: I’m pregnant, what should I do first? Am I feeding my baby the right foods? Can I get
- [Trailblazing solicitor to make history as West Yorkshire’s next High Sheriff](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/trailblazing-solicitor-to-make-history-as-west-yorkshires-next-high-sheriff/) - Dr Ruby Bhatti OBE DL is set to be sworn in as High Sheriff of West Yorkshire for 2026–2027, becoming the first South Asian solicitor to hold the historic office in the county. The declaration ceremony will take place at Leeds Combined Court Centre, where Dr Bhatti will formally take up the role for the
- [Everything you need to know about the upcoming ‘all-out’ elections: All 90 seats up for grabs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-upcoming-all-out-elections-all-90-seats-up-for-grabs/) - Voters across Bradford are set to head to the polls in May for a major shake-up of local democracy, with every council seat being contested in a one-off “all-out” election. On Thursday, 7 May 2026, residents in the City of Bradford Metropolitan District will vote to elect 90 councillors, following a boundary review which has
- [Noor Ali: the woman who changed the way Britain shops](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/noor-ali-the-woman-who-changed-the-way-britain-shops/) - Long before “world foods” became a staple of Britain’s supermarket aisles, Noor Ali had already seen what the big retailers were missing. Where others saw niche demand, she saw the future of British shopping. Where others saw “ethnic food”, she saw loyalty, culture, family tradition and serious commercial power. And where others saw small independent
- [Food waste in Bradford could create enough energy to power thousands of homes - it is claimed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/food-waste-in-bradford-could-create-enough-energy-to-power-thousands-of-homes-it-is-claimed/) - Food waste collected in Bradford could be used to power thousands of homes – it has been claimed. A national shake up of bin and recycling collections that began this week now requires all Councils in the UK to offer food waste collections. But despite a deadline of 31 March to implement these changes, many
- [COLUMN: Vote With Your Head This May, Not Habit or Pressure](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-vote-with-your-head-this-may-not-habit-or-pressure/) - On Thursday 7 May, people across our towns and cities will head to the polls for local council elections. These elections may not always attract the same level of attention as national politics, but their impact is often far closer to home. They shape the places we live, the services we rely on and the
- [No April Fool as parking charges rise again across Kirklees](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/no-april-fool-as-parking-charges-rise-again-across-kirklees/) - Motorists across Kirklees are set to pay more to park from Wednesday 1 April, as the council rolls out another increase in charges across its car parks. The latest rise will see fees at all council-managed spaces, both on-street and off-street, increase by around three per cent, in line with inflation. Prices have been rounded
- [Historic Church and Gurdwara set for new life as gym and library](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/historic-church-and-gurdwara-set-for-new-life-as-gym-and-library/) - A historic former church which was used as a Sikh temple could be turned into a gym and library if the council gives consent. New plans have been submitted for the conversion of the Union and Congregation Chapel site on Chapeltown Road. The Grade II-listed building dates back to the 1870s and was used as
- [Batley enters race for UK Town of Culture 2028](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/batley-enters-race-for-uk-town-of-culture-2028/) - Batley has officially submitted its bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028, putting the town forward on a national stage. The bid is led by BatleyHub, co-founded by Akhtar Kasia and Isabel Townend, owner of Heeleys in Batley, with Kirklees Council acting as Accountable Body. Built around the theme "Made Here", the proposal highlights Batley as a town
- [Diverse Women’s Network launches in West Yorkshire to champion leadership, equity and collaboration](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/diverse-womens-network-launches-in-west-yorkshire-to-champion-leadership-equity-and-collaboration/) - A new women’s leadership network has been launched in West Yorkshire with a mission to empower women, break barriers and build leaders. The Diverse Women’s Network (DaWN), founded by Farkhanda Hussain-Butt, Nasreen Karim and Raheela Khan, officially launched at Impact Hub Yorkshire, bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders from across the region. The launch
- [Hajj dreams and hidden dangers: Police warn of rising fraud as Traitors star shares his journey](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hajj-dreams-and-hidden-dangers-police-warn-of-rising-fraud-as-traitors-star-shares-his-journey/) - For millions of Muslims, the journey to Hajj is a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual milestone, a sacred obligation built on faith, sacrifice and years of saving. But for a growing number of pilgrims in the UK, that journey is being overshadowed by a rising threat: fraud. New figures released by the City of London Police reveal that
- [Bradford volunteers raise £100k and travel to refugee camps to deliver hope](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-volunteers-raise-100k-and-travel-to-refugee-camps-to-deliver-hope/) - In the spirit of Ramadan, a group of Bradford residents have gone beyond fundraising, travelling thousands of miles to stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the world’s most vulnerable families. Led by Ridwana Wallace of Islamic Help, the team raised more than £100,000 before embarking on a humanitarian mission to Jordan, where they delivered
- [Plan to turn section of madrassah into mosque is refused](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-turn-section-of-madrassah-into-mosque-is-refused/) - Plans to convert part of a madrassah on a residential street into a mosque have been refused by a planning committee. Although the applicants had argued that the mosque would only be used by 50 worshippers or less, Councillors pointed out that a supporting petition had been signed by almost 200 people, suggesting that the
- [Farage tells Leeds rally ‘Britain is broken’ as protests erupt and Greens hit back ahead of local elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/farage-tells-leeds-rally-britain-is-broken-as-protests-erupt-and-greens-hit-back-ahead-of-local-elections/) - Nigel Farage declared “Britain is broken” as he addressed a packed rally in Leeds, but his visit was met with protests outside the venue and a sharp political backlash from Green Party leaders in West Yorkshire. The Reform UK leader took to the stage at the First Direct Arena on Tuesday evening, using the event
- [Huddersfield researchers develop AI tool to uncover hidden patterns of psychological abuse](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-researchers-develop-ai-tool-to-uncover-hidden-patterns-of-psychological-abuse/) - Researchers at the University of Huddersfield have developed a pioneering artificial intelligence tool designed to help investigators identify patterns of psychological abuse hidden within vast amounts of digital evidence. The innovation, created as part of PhD research by Dhruv Patel under the supervision of Dr Anju Johnson, aims to tackle a growing challenge in modern
- [Leeds launches multilingual pregnancy app to support South Asian families](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-launches-multilingual-pregnancy-app-to-support-south-asian-families/) - A new digital tool aimed at improving maternity care access for South Asian communities has been launched in Leeds, offering tailored support throughout pregnancy and early parenthood. Developed by the maternity team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, the free JANAM app brings together a range of culturally relevant, multilingual resources designed to help women
- [West Yorkshire law firm supports Ramadan initiatives with £2,500 donation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-law-firm-supports-ramadan-initiatives-with-2500-donation/) - A West Yorkshire law firm has contributed £2,500 to a series of charitable initiatives during Ramadan, supporting causes both locally and overseas. Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors confirmed the funding has been distributed across a number of projects linked to the holy month, alongside hosting its annual Iftar at its Leeds office earlier this month. The event,
- [Inside Newcastle's famous Grainger Market as stunning £9m transformation is unveiled](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/inside-newcastles-famous-grainger-market-as-stunning-9m-transformation-is-unveiled/) - A major transformation of Newcastle’s Grainger Market has been unveiled. Huge changes to the 190-year-old Geordie institution are now on full view, after a £9 million programme of upgrades over the past 18 months. The Local Democracy Reporting Service was given a sneak peak tour behind the scenes of the market’s renovations, ahead of the
- [Film and TV Charity Iftar shines spotlight on mental health, belonging and anti-Muslim hatred](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/film-and-tv-charity-iftar-shines-spotlight-on-mental-health-belonging-and-anti-muslim-hatred/) - The Film and TV Charity brought together Muslims and non-Muslims from across the screen industries for its third annual Iftar, using the evening not only to celebrate Ramadan but to confront the growing pressures of mental health, isolation and underrepresentation in film and television. Held with support from multicultural marketing agency PR UK, the event
- [Newcastle communities come together for ‘Break-Fast @ St Andrew’s Church’ Iftar](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-communities-come-together-for-break-fast-st-andrews-church-iftar/) - Communities across Newcastle came together in a powerful display of unity and compassion during Ramadan, as St Andrew’s Church opened its doors to host a special community Iftar bringing people of all backgrounds together to ‘break fast’ and share in the spirit of togetherness. The event, titled “Break-Fast @ St Andrew’s Church”, was the result
- [Salon owner challenges ‘kaali kaloti’ stigma as client’s story exposes colour bias in South Asian beauty standards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/salon-owner-challenges-kaali-kaloti-stigma-as-clients-story-exposes-colour-bias-in-south-asian-beauty-standards/) - A West Yorkshire salon owner is speaking out against the harmful culture of skin-colour shaming within South Asian communities after one client’s journey highlighted the lasting impact of the phrase “kaali kaloti”. Beauty therapist Prity Farooq, founder of Prity’s Skincare, says outdated attitudes towards darker complexions continue to affect the confidence of many women who
- [Bradford fraudster ordered to repay £123k after “callous” Covid loan scam](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-fraudster-ordered-to-repay-123k-after-callous-covid-loan-scam/) - A Bradford man who stole a tenant’s identity to fraudulently secure Covid-19 business loans has been ordered to repay £123,000 following a Proceeds of Crime hearing. Shohid Ahmed, 41, of Bardsey Crescent, was jailed for two years last year after admitting five counts of Covid-related fraud. He has now been given three months to repay
- [Race for Recognition: Public voting is open for Sporting Equals Awards 2026](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/race-for-recognition-public-voting-is-open-for-sporting-equals-awards-2026/) - Public voting has officially opened for the Sporting Equals Awards 2026, as a diverse shortlist of athletes, coaches and community leaders prepare to compete for top honours in one of UK sport’s most inclusive celebrations. Now in its ninth year, the awards shine a spotlight on the individuals and organisations making a tangible impact across
- [Trio lead the way as Diversity UK honours inclusion champions](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/trio-lead-the-way-as-diversity-uk-honours-inclusion-champions/) - Equality charity Diversity UK has recognised three outstanding leaders for their contributions to diversity, inclusion and social impact. Pinky Lilani CBE DL and Farzana Baduel were among those presented with the prestigious Diversity Champion Award at the organisation’s flagship event, The Entrepreneurial Mindset: The Art of Networking, held in London on 11 March 2026. Alongside
- [From £280m Exit to Global Impact: British Indian entrepreneur Sukhpal Singh Ahluwalia expands philanthropic footprint in India](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-280m-exit-to-global-impact-british-indian-entrepreneur-sukhpal-singh-ahluwalia-expands-philanthropic-footprint-in-india/) - Sukhpal Singh Ahluwalia, the British Indian entrepreneur who built and sold Euro Car Parts for £280 million, has reaffirmed his growing commitment to philanthropy in India, deepening support for cultural, educational and community-led initiatives during a recent visit. Based in London, Ahluwalia is widely recognised for transforming Euro Car Parts into one of the UK’s
- [Bradford man convicted of murdering step-mother in headscarf killing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-man-convicted-of-murdering-step-mother-in-headscarf-killing/) - A man has been found guilty of murdering his step-mother in a shocking case that has left a Bradford family devastated. Abdul Sami, 23, of Mannheim Road, was convicted on 17 March at Bradford Crown Court of the murder of 41-year-old Rizwana Kousar. Emergency services were called to an address on Kensington Road on 15
- [Derby Ramadan run pushes charity champion Nazim Ali past £1.4m milestone](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/derby-ramadan-run-pushes-charity-champion-nazim-ali-past-1-4m-milestone/) - A West Yorkshire charity fundraiser has surpassed £1.4 million in donations after completing his 13th annual Ramadan 10K run while fasting. Nazim Ali finished the Derby race on Sunday 15 March, battling cold and blustery conditions to complete the course in 1:04:11 — including a trademark sprint finish. Running while observing a 14-hour fast, Ali
- [Newcastle: Trailblazing carer Rehana Hoque honoured with Lord Mayor’s Award](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-trailblazing-carer-rehana-hoque-honoured-with-lord-mayors-award/) - As communities across the UK mark International Women’s Month, a Newcastle woman whose decades of quiet service have transformed lives is being recognised at the highest civic level. Rehana Hoque, 66, has been awarded the Lord Mayor’s Award for Outstanding Voluntary Contributions, celebrating a lifetime dedicated to supporting carers, championing inclusion and breaking barriers within
- [Starmer sets out UK stance on Iran conflict and unveils cost-of-living support](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/starmer-sets-out-uk-stance-on-iran-conflict-and-unveils-cost-of-living-support/) - Keir Starmer has outlined Britain’s response to the escalating conflict involving Iran, while announcing a package of measures aimed at shielding households from rising living costs linked to the crisis. Speaking at a Downing Street press conference, the Prime Minister said the government’s approach to the war in the Middle East is guided by three
- [Bangladeshi chef wins over MasterChef judges with traditional Haleem dish](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bangladeshi-chef-wins-over-masterchef-judges-with-traditional-haleem-dish/) - A chef from Bangladesh has impressed the judges on MasterChef: The Professionals 2026, securing his place in the semi-finals with a deeply rooted dish from the sub-continent — Haleem. Ismail, 33, originally from Rajshahi in Bangladesh and now living in West London with his wife Sarah and young daughter, wowed judges Marcus Wareing, Monica Galetti
- [Counterfeit Labubu dolls and illicit tobacco uncovered in UK shop raid](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/counterfeit-labubu-dolls-and-illicit-tobacco-uncovered-in-uk-shop-raid/) - A shop in West Yorkshire has been stripped of its alcohol licence after a raid uncovered counterfeit Labubu dolls alongside hundreds of packets of illicit tobacco, in a case authorities say highlights the growing scale of counterfeit goods entering the UK. Officers from Trading Standards and police raided Keighley Pound Plus on Cavendish Street in
- [Applications open for Dharma Endowment Fund 2026 community grants](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/applications-open-for-dharma-endowment-fund-2026-community-grants/) - Applications have officially opened for the Dharma Endowment Fund’s 2026 Grants Programme, offering financial support to organisations and projects working to preserve spiritual traditions, cultural heritage and community wellbeing. The fund, a non-profit initiative, provides grants to groups whose work reflects the values of Dharma, including spiritual education, humanitarian service, ethical living and the preservation of
- [Outdated BMI rules ‘missing obesity’ in Black and South Asian Britons](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/outdated-bmi-rules-missing-obesity-in-black-and-south-asian-britons/) - Ramadan sparks fresh calls for reform as millions may be living with dangerous metabolic disease despite being classed as “healthy”. Millions of Black, South Asian and Arab Britons may be living with dangerous levels of obesity-related disease without even knowing it, as experts warn outdated health measurements are failing to detect the true risk. Scientists
- [MPs reject under-16 social media ban despite mounting pressure](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mps-reject-under-16-social-media-ban-despite-mounting-pressure/) - MPs have voted against proposals to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, rejecting a move that had previously gained support in the House of Lords. The amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill was defeated in the House of Commons on Monday 9 March by 307 votes to
- [Bradford Council tax rise approved after fiery budget clash at City Hall](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-tax-rise-approved-after-fiery-budget-clash-at-city-hall/) - A 4.99 per cent rise in Council Tax has been approved by Bradford Council following a heated budget meeting that saw councillors trade sharp barbs in the chamber with the political fallout continuing online long after the vote. Labour’s budget for the coming financial year passed with 48 votes in favour and 37 against, using
- [IKEA opens ‘home away from home’ for Muslim commuters breaking fast in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ikea-opens-home-away-from-home-for-muslim-commuters-breaking-fast-in-london/) - As millions of Muslims observe Ramadan across the UK, furniture giant IKEA has created a temporary “home away from home” in central London to help commuters break their fast during the evening rush hour. The retailer last week opened a pop-up living space on the South Bank, offering Muslim travellers a place to pause, pray
- [Flags flown at half-mast after death of Kirklees councillor](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/flags-flown-at-half-mast-after-death-of-kirklees-councillor/) - A Kirklees councillor has died, as flags are flown at half-mast above the borough’s town halls. Kirklees Council has confirmed the death of Cllr Cahal Burke (48) who represented the Lindley ward from 2010. He served as a Liberal Democrat councillor until last week when he was listed as an Independent councillor. Councillor Burke was
- [Road safety scheme for Otley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/road-safety-scheme-for-otley/) - Safety will be improved for walkers and cyclists in a West Yorkshire town as part of a footpath widening scheme. The council is set to spend around £45,000 upgrading a pathway between West Busk Lane and Ilkley Road in Otley. New cycle tracks will be created under the scheme by Otley Town Council and Leeds
- [Plans to close Thackeray Grove ‘lunacy’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-close-thackeray-grove-lunacy/) - Plans to close off a Middlesbrough “through road” have been described as “lunacy”. Permanently shutting Thackeray Grove to traffic is part of the proposal being put forward by Lidl as they seek planning permission to build a new store on the former Northern School of Art site in Linthorpe, but nearby residents on Kingston Avenue and
- [Middlesbrough Council aims to relocate homeless service to Broadcasting House](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-council-aims-to-relocate-homeless-service-to-broadcasting-house/) - Middlesbrough Council is aiming to relocate its “housing solutions” staff to Broadcasting House on Newport Road. The building, best known for being the home of BBC Tees, currently has various businesses on its ground floor, and the council is seeking planning permission for two units to operate as a “homeless hub”. Units three and six
- [Forget Me Not’s Colour Run makes its 2026 return](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/forget-me-nots-colour-run-makes-its-2026-return/) - Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice have announced details of this year’s Colour Run, and participants can save 20 per cent off their ticket by booking over the next few weeks. Forget Me Not’s Colour Run, in Greenhead Park in Huddersfield on 13 June, 2026, will see up to 1000 participants take on an easy 3km
- [Committee approves Huddersfield housing plan despite masses of objection](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/committee-approves-huddersfield-housing-plan-despite-masses-of-objection/) - Plans for a new housing development on the site of the former Lumb Lane Nurseries in Almondbury have been given the go-ahead, despite masses of objection. Last week, the application seeking permission to develop the site went before Kirklees Council’s District-wide Planning Committee. Applicant – B Marsden can now construct four properties on the site,
- [Bradford Council backs LGA's call for higher court fines for fly tippers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-backs-lgas-call-for-higher-court-fines-for-fly-tippers/) - Low court fines “fail to act as a deterrent” to fly tippers – and calls have been made to review sentencing powers for the crime. The Local Government Association says the fines handed out to fly tipper by courts are too low, and say an “urgent review” is needed. Bradford Council has backed the calls,
- [Plans to convert listed building into flats approved by Bradford Council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-convert-listed-building-into-flats-approved-by-bradford-council/) - A building in Bradford’s historic Little Germany area can be converted into apartments. 11 – 13 Currer Street is one of the numerous listed buildings in this area of the city centre, and was built in 1864. Earlier this year Mabs Hussain revealed plans to convert the office building into 16 one bed flats. The
- [COLUMN: From survival to the Commons: Naz Shah’s journey finds its voice](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-from-survival-to-the-commons-naz-shahs-journey-finds-its-voice/) - International Women’s Day in Bradford was marked with a powerful moment of reflection and celebration as the Bradford Literature Festival hosted a sold-out launch for Honoured, the deeply personal memoir of Naz Shah. Held at the elegant Midland Hotel, the evening drew a packed audience from across Yorkshire, with people of different faiths, communities and
- [India smash records with back-to-back T20 World Cup glory](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/india-smash-records-with-back-to-back-t20-world-cup-glory/) - India have written their name into cricket history after storming to a sensational second consecutive ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title with a commanding victory over New Zealand. In a final packed with fireworks, big hitting and ruthless bowling, the Men in Blue proved once again why they remain the dominant force in world cricket.
- [International Women’s Day: The British Asian women who broke barriers first](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/international-womens-day-the-british-asian-women-who-broke-barriers-first/) - As the world marks the 115th anniversary of International Women’s Day on 8 March, attention turns to the women who reshaped society by daring to step into spaces where few had gone before. First observed in 1911, International Women’s Day has grown into a global moment to celebrate progress while recognising the work that still
- [Residents invited to question politicians at public meeting over Dewsbury Sports Centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-invited-to-question-politicians-at-public-meeting-over-dewsbury-sports-centre/) - Residents will have the chance to challenge local politicians over the future of Dewsbury Sports Centre at a public meeting being held ahead of the upcoming local elections. The meeting, organised by the Reopen Dewsbury Sports Centre Committee, will take place on Sunday 8 March at 1.30pm at Thornhill Lees Community Centre. Councillors, prospective election
- [Civic Hall lights up for Ramadan as Lord Mayor hosts Leeds Iftar](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/civic-hall-lights-up-for-ramadan-as-lord-mayor-hosts-leeds-iftar/) - Leeds’ Civic Hall was transformed into a place of reflection, unity and celebration this week as civic leaders, faith figures and community guests gathered for a special Ramadan iftar hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds. The event, held on Wednesday 4 March in the Civic Hall’s Banqueting Suite, brought together a diverse mix of
- [The London council with 'most generous' 1-hour free parking offer makes move permanent](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-london-council-with-most-generous-1-hour-free-parking-offer-makes-move-permanent/) - The local authority offering free parking that’s been described as the most generous in London has announced it will now be permanent. Drivers visiting Harrow will continue to benefit from one hour of free parking after the local authority confirmed the scheme will now remain in place permanently. Harrow Council currently offers at least one
- [Tantara to open Newcastle’s first Bengal bistro in Jesmond](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tantara-to-open-newcastles-first-bengal-bistro-in-jesmond/) - A new restaurant inspired by the historic cafés of Kolkata is set to open in Jesmond later this month, bringing a distinctive take on Bengali cuisine to the North East. Tantara, described as a Bengal bistro, will open its doors on Osborne Road on Monday 23 March, introducing what its founders say is the region’s
- [Curry and community: Newcastle restaurant serves 200 meals for those in need](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/curry-and-community-newcastle-restaurant-serves-200-meals-for-those-in-need/) - Newcastle restaurant group My Delhi has taken the first step in a new charitable initiative by preparing and serving 200 freshly cooked meals at local charity The People’s Kitchen. The event, which took place on Wednesday 4 March, saw members of the My Delhi team join volunteers at the charity to cook and serve a
- [Newcastle’s first South Asian Lord Mayor Habib Rahman to step down from council after 16 years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastles-first-south-asian-lord-mayor-habib-rahman-to-step-down-from-council-after-16-years/) - Councillor Habib Rahman, who made history as Newcastle’s first South Asian Lord Mayor, has announced he will not seek re-election in the forthcoming local elections, bringing to an end 16 years representing Elswick Ward on Newcastle City Council. First elected in 2010, Rahman said the decision followed careful reflection and a belief that it was
- [From Kodak cameras to community homes: Harrow workshop revisits the story behind Eastman Village](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-kodak-cameras-to-community-homes-harrow-workshop-revisits-the-story-behind-eastman-village/) - For more than a century, the Kodak Works in Harrow stood as a familiar landmark on the local skyline, a place where generations of workers helped bring photography into everyday life. Established in the early 20th century, the factory became one of the borough’s defining industrial sites, employing thousands and shaping the identity of the
- [Survivors to take the runway as Fashion Brunch confronts addiction and recovery](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/survivors-to-take-the-runway-as-fashion-brunch-confronts-addiction-and-recovery/) - An International Women’s Day event in London will place stories of addiction, survival and recovery centre stage, as eight South Asian women prepare to share deeply personal journeys before stepping onto the catwalk. The Fashion Brunch, now marking its seventh anniversary, returns on Sunday 8 March at the Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow with what
- [New London Plan will have dedicated data centre policy after environmental and water usage concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-london-plan-will-have-dedicated-data-centre-policy-after-environmental-and-water-usage-concerns/) - City Hall will have a specific policy dedicated to the building of new data centres in the upcoming London Plan, officials have confirmed, following concerns about their immense power and water usage. Between 50 and 60 of around 100 units – which house IT infrastructure such as servers – currently in the planning pipeline are
- [Kirklees councillor calls for heightened security at Kirklees mosques after Manchester incident](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-councillor-calls-for-heightened-security-at-kirklees-mosques-after-manchester-incident/) - A Kirklees councillor is calling for action and heightened security at local mosques in light of a recent incident. Last week, police rushed to Manchester Central Mosque following reports that two individuals ‘armed with an axe and a knife’ had entered the premises during Ramadan prayers. Two men were arrested. Darren Connor (14/12/1970), has since
- [New images of Castle Hill plans revealed as scheme continues to cause ‘anger’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-images-of-castle-hill-plans-revealed-as-scheme-continues-to-cause-anger/) - New images showing how the visitor centre at Castle Hill could look have been revealed, though the recently green-lit plans continue to cause a stir. Last month, Kirklees Council’s Strategic Planning Committee made a landmark decision to approve controversial plans for the centre, which will be complete with a restaurant, six rooms and 41 car
- [Major secondary school redevelopment works approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/major-secondary-school-redevelopment-works-approved/) - Plans for “expanded” and “enhanced” facilities at a Sunderland secondary school have been given the stamp of approval by city councillors. Sunderland City Council’s Planning and Highways Committee, at a meeting this week, voted to support an application to redevelop part of Kepier School, which sits off Dairy Lane in the city’s Houghton ward. This
- [100 tonnes of fly tipped waste cleared from unadopted streets and alleys](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/100-tonnes-of-fly-tipped-waste-cleared-from-unadopted-streets-and-alleys/) - Over 100 tonnes of fly-tipped waste has been removed from unadopted Bradford streets in the past year. Councillors will be told that there are “many complexities” as to how this waste should be collected, and that people living in these areas have a major role to play in tackling the issue. At a meeting of
- [Statue of Diana the Huntress returns to Lister Park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/statue-of-diana-the-huntress-returns-to-lister-park/) - The statue of Diana, the huntress, has returned to its rightful place at Lister Park. The sculpture of the Roman Goddess has for years stood in the gardens in front of Cartwright Hall art gallery. But in Spring 2024 the statue, a replica of Diana of Versailles, a second century marble statue in the Louvre
- [Flights suspended at world’s busiest international airport, after US and Israeli military strikes in Iran](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/flights-suspended-at-worlds-busiest-international-airport-after-us-and-israeli-military-strikes-in-iran/) - Flights have been suspended at Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest international airport, after US and Israeli military strikes on Iran triggered widespread airspace closures across the Gulf. Around 250,000 passengers typically travel through Dubai each day. Operations were halted following what US President Donald Trump described as a “major combat operation” against Iran. Iran
- [Sell-out halal finance expo highlights growing demand for ethical investment guidance](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sell-out-halal-finance-expo-highlights-growing-demand-for-ethical-investment-guidance/) - More than 300 people attended a sell-out Halal and Ethical Finance Expo in Batley, underlining rising demand for faith-based financial guidance within the Muslim community. The event, organised by Al-Ihsan Trust, was held at the Al-Hikmah Centre on 14 February and brought together Islamic finance scholars, investment providers and community leaders for a day of
- [Offa targets growing demand for sharia-compliant home finance with family-focused plan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/offa-targets-growing-demand-for-sharia-compliant-home-finance-with-family-focused-plan/) - With the arrival of Ramadan, a period often marked by reflection, generosity and collective responsibility, Islamic home finance provider Offa has unveiled a new Home Purchase Plan (HPP) aimed at Muslim families seeking to enter the property market without compromising their faith. The product, which is structured as a Sharia-compliant alternative to a conventional mortgage,
- [Half a century behind the wheel: Huddersfield bus driver Younus Mumtaz still serving with pride at 77](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/half-a-century-behind-the-wheel-huddersfield-bus-driver-younus-mumtaz-still-serving-with-pride-at-77/) - A Huddersfield bus driver celebrating 50 years of service says he has no intention of hanging up his keys, after a career that has not only connected communities but helped make journeys safer for generations of passengers. Younus Mumtaz, 77, began working on the region’s bus network in 1976 as a conductor with Metro Kirklees,
- [Golden Palms set for exclusive 80-guest launch in landmark city building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/golden-palms-set-for-exclusive-80-guest-launch-in-landmark-city-building/) - A new dining concept is preparing to open its doors in Bradford with an invitation-only launch limited to just 80 guests. Golden Palms has transformed the front end of the former Telegraph & Argus building into what it describes as the city’s first “three-in-one” dining experience, blending a coffee lounge, co-working hub and grand world
- [Sir Keir Starmer visits North East as Government makes push to boost region's school exam results](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sir-keir-starmer-visits-north-east-as-government-makes-push-to-boost-regions-school-exam-results/) - Sir Keir Starmer visits the North East school on Thursday, 26 February, after the Government unveiled a new push to boost education standards across the region. The Mission North East project was announced earlier this week, with the aim of replicating the success of a previous drive which improved pupils’ exam results in London. The
- [Tyne Bridge works scaled back](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tyne-bridge-works-scaled-back/) - The true impact of spiralling costs on the restoration of the Tyne Bridge and Newcastle’s Central Motorway has emerged. Both the iconic bridge and the busy highway through the heart of the city centre are currently undergoing major repairs, via a £41.4 million project aimed at returning the Tyne Bridge to its former glory in
- [Council defers decision on proposed padel and pickleball facility in Team Valley Trading Estate](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-defers-decision-on-proposed-padel-and-pickleball-facility-in-team-valley-trading-estate/) - Plans to transform an empty building into a new padel and pickeball venue at a Gateshead industrial estate remain up in the air after councillors failed to reach a decision. Gateshead Council’s planning and development committee has deferred a decision on an application for a venue hosting the up and coming sports at the Team
- [The City of London Corporation received a C3 rating from the Regulator of Social Housing, indicating "significant improvement is needed"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-city-of-london-corporation-received-a-c3-rating-from-the-regulator-of-social-housing-indicating-significant-improvement-is-needed/) - The City of London Corporation has been criticised by the social housing regulator for “serious failings” in the management of its estates. The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH), in its first review of the Corporation, found issues including more than 1,000 fire safety actions being overdue and an extensive backlog of works required to bring
- [Keighley councillor defends record after PM urged to block May candidacy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/keighley-councillor-defends-record-after-pm-urged-to-block-may-candidacy/) - A Keighley councillor has defended his record after the Prime Minister was urged in Parliament to block him from standing in May’s local elections. Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore (Conservative) raised Councillor Mohsin Hussain’s past conviction during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday 25 February, asking Sir Keir Starmer to intervene. The Prime Minister responded:
- [Council Tax to rise by 4.99% as Leeds budget approved after five-hour debate](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-tax-to-rise-by-4-99-as-leeds-budget-approved-after-five-hour-debate/) - Council tax in Leeds City Council will rise by 4.99 per cent after councillors approved the authority’s budget for 2026/27 following a lengthy five-hour debate. The increase includes a two per cent precept dedicated to adult social care. Council leaders said the rise would help protect frontline services while delivering additional investment across the city.
- [£300k cyber security upgrade to shield Leeds City Council from attacks](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/300k-cyber-security-upgrade-to-shield-leeds-city-council-from-attacks/) - Leeds City Council is set to invest more than £300,000 in new cyber security measures to protect its computer systems from potential attacks. A council report confirms that existing firewall technology is approaching the end of its supported lifespan and must be replaced to reduce the risk of security breaches. Specialist firm Khipu Networks has
- [ADVERTORIAL: Tap the NHS App and take control of your health](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/advertorial-tap-the-nhs-app-and-take-control-of-your-health/) - There are now more ways than ever to take control of your health and access NHS services quickly, easily, and on your terms. For example, visiting your local Pharmacy for a minor illness, using NHS 111 for urgent advice or contacting your GP surgery online. One of the simplest ways to access essential health services
- [‘Cleared every two days’: Harrow fly-tipping hotspot sparks CCTV crackdown row](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cleared-every-two-days-harrow-fly-tipping-hotspot-sparks-cctv-crackdown-row/) - A Harrow resident has hit out at the council after revealing that just seven fines were issued in a year at a fly-tipping hotspot that is reportedly cleared “every couple of days”. Weighton Road in Harrow Weald has long been plagued by illegal dumping, with fridges, mattresses, sofas and other bulky waste regularly abandoned on
- [EALING: Changes to polling stations for local elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ealing-changes-to-polling-stations-for-local-elections/) - A West London borough is making election changes which are set to affect 5,000 voters at this year’s local elections. Ealing Council has announced plans to temporarily relocate some polling stations in the borough for the council elections on May 7. The council says these changes will only apply to this set of elections and
- [‘Five in a Row’: Fury as betting shop appeal leaves Bradford with gambling strip](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/five-in-a-row-fury-as-betting-shop-appeal-leaves-bradford-with-gambling-strip/) - A decision to allow a fifth betting shop to open on a single stretch of Bradford city centre has been branded a “shocker” by councillors, with claims that no other type of business would have been allowed to cluster in the same way. Jenningsbet opened its doors on Broadway last September, completing a row of
- [Former Batley RAF Club could become mosque under new plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-batley-raf-club-could-become-mosque-under-new-plans/) - A former Royal Air Forces Association club in Batley could soon begin a new chapter as a mosque and school, after plans were submitted to Kirklees Council. The Batley and Birstall RAFA Club previously operated from Broughton House on Cambridge Street, celebrating its 50th anniversary at the site in 2024 before closing last year. The
- [Former Batley RAF Club could become mosque under new plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-batley-raf-club-could-become-mosque-under-new-plans/) - A former Royal Air Forces Association club in Batley could soon begin a new chapter as a mosque and school, after plans were submitted to Kirklees Council. The Batley and Birstall RAFA Club previously operated from Broughton House on Cambridge Street, celebrating its 50th anniversary at the site in 2024 before closing last year. The
- [Three more arrested as murder accused charged over Suhail Choudry killing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/three-more-arrested-as-murder-accused-charged-over-suhail-choudry-killing/) - Police have arrested three more men as the investigation into the murder of Suhail Choudry intensifies. Officers carried out overnight raids at three addresses in Keighley, detaining men aged 23, 26 and 27 in connection with the killing. The suspects were arrested at properties on Malsis Road, Lister Street and Parson Street and remain in
- [From MasterChef to the Red Sea: Madeeha Qureshi elevates Saudi cuisine with landmark debut cookbook](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-masterchef-to-the-red-sea-madeeha-qureshi-elevates-saudi-cuisine-with-landmark-debut-cookbook/) - A British-based food influencer and former Master Chef finalist is putting Saudi cuisine firmly on the global culinary map and doing it with heart. Madeeha Qureshi, known to more than 300,000 followers as @madeeha_eats, is set to release The Red Sea Cookbook on 24 February — the first Saudi-focused cookbook written and published in the
- [Plan to turn restaurant with tragic past into a restaurant is refused](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-turn-restaurant-with-tragic-past-into-a-restaurant-is-refused/) - Plans to turn a city centre building with a tragic past into a restaurant called “Phat Spuds” have been refused by Bradford Council. 116 – 120 Morley Street is a former travel agents, and in 2005 PC Sharon Beshenivsky was shot and killed outside the business when responding to a robbery. There is a memorial
- [Bradford factory smell discussed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-factory-smell-discussed/) - The long-running controversy over Bradford’s Waddingtons rendering plant has reached boiling point, with councillors warning “this situation can’t continue” as residents demand action over what they describe as a “gut-wrenching stench”. An extraordinary meeting of Bradford Council’s Regulatory and Appeals Committee heard that the future of the Hammerton Street site could become clearer later this
- [Lord Blunkett to headline Huddersfield’s Harold Wilson Lecture with AI-era warning](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lord-blunkett-to-headline-huddersfields-harold-wilson-lecture-with-ai-era-warning/) - One of Britain’s most influential modern politicians is returning to where his public life first took shape. David Blunkett will deliver the 2026 Harold Wilson Lecture at the University of Huddersfield, revisiting the legacy of the Huddersfield-born Prime Minister while drawing sharp parallels with today’s political challenges. The former Home Secretary will speak on Thursday
- [Restrictions for key Kirklees route as major transport scheme moves forward](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/restrictions-for-key-kirklees-route-as-major-transport-scheme-moves-forward/) - A major Kirklees transport scheme can now take the next steps as local objections have been overruled. The Dewsbury, Batley, and Chidswell Sustainable Travel Corridor links Dewsbury town centre with Batley train station and is the subject of an improvement scheme. The project, which comes as part of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Transforming Cities
- [Leeds folk singer reimagines classic ballad to confront honour-based abuse](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-folk-singer-reimagines-classic-ballad-to-confront-honour-based-abuse/) - A haunting Irish folk ballad has been reborn with a powerful new voice and a stark social message. British Asian singer-songwriter Satnam Galsian has reworked the traditional song She Moved Through the Fair, retelling the story from the perspective of its silent female protagonist to shine a light on honour-based abuse. Her new single, Dishonour,
- [First look at rail overhaul plan for Slaithwaite and Marsden](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/first-look-at-rail-overhaul-plan-for-slaithwaite-and-marsden/) - Slaithwaite and Marsden railway stations are set to be overhauled as new plans are unveiled as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU). The TRU proposes a series of upgrades between Standedge and Gledholt designed to support electrification and increased capacity on the route. These include big changes at Marsden and Slaithwaite stations, with platforms
- [North East is to get a £15m transport boost](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-is-to-get-a-15m-transport-boost/) - The North East mayor has announced almost £15 million worth of funding to upgrade hundreds of bus stops, carry out a major revamp of two busy city roads, and modernise a County Durham bus station. Plans unveiled by Kim McGuinness on Thursday include enhancements to 325 bus stops across Sunderland, Gateshead, South Tyneside and North
- [Four Bradford schools awarded £2,500 to grow outdoor learning projects](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/four-bradford-schools-awarded-2500-to-grow-outdoor-learning-projects/) - Four primary schools in Bradford have secured £2,500 each to develop food-growing spaces and outdoor learning programmes aimed at boosting pupils’ confidence, skills and environmental awareness. Westminster Church of England Primary Academy, Heaton St Barnabas C of E Primary School, Carrwood Primary School and Girlington Primary School were selected to take part in the initiative,
- [Avanti House Secondary praised by Education Secretary for disadvantaged pupil outcomes](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/avanti-house-secondary-praised-by-education-secretary-for-disadvantaged-pupil-outcomes/) - Avanti House Secondary School has been formally recognised by the Education Secretary for delivering exceptional outcomes for disadvantaged pupils, placing it among the highest-performing schools in the country. The school, part of the Avanti Schools Trust, received a personal letter of congratulations from Bridget Phillipson following the release of 2024/25 academic results. In her letter
- [Councillors to decide whether to approve first stage of 1,000 home "city village"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-to-decide-whether-to-approve-first-stage-of-1000-home-city-village/) - One of the biggest redevelopment projects in Bradford’s recent history will go before a planning committee on 19 February. When completed, City Village will see around 1,000 homes built on the sites of the Kirkgate Shopping Centre, the Oastler Centre and a series of Council owned car parks off Chain Street. At a meeting of
- [Council's borrowing programme 'at risk' from construction slowdown](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councils-borrowing-programme-at-risk-from-construction-slowdown/) - Construction slowdowns and inflation have put the repayment of more than £1billion of Barking and Dagenham Council’s debt “at risk” according to newly-published budget papers. The council has borrowed the money to invest in major regeneration projects. It says that income from those projects should repay the debt and make money to fund council services.
- [New Towns in London set to be blighted by “critical” noise from flight paths](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-towns-in-london-set-to-be-blighted-by-critical-noise-from-flight-paths/) - Residents planning to move to either of London’s ‘New Towns’ will have to live with significant aircraft noise, new analysis has suggested. Both Thamesmead and Crews Hill in Enfield – two major developments shortlisted by the government’s New Towns Taskforce – sit beneath flight paths from two of the capital’s major airports. Those expecting live
- [Budget proposals call for council tax hike and over £10m in cuts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/budget-proposals-call-for-council-tax-hike-and-over-10m-in-cuts/) - Gateshead councillors are poised to approve a council tax rise, over £10m in budget cuts, and the use of millions in reserves to balance the books next week. The local authority is set to approve its annual budget next Thursday containing a raft of measures to deliver a legally balanced budget. The measures include a
- [New 37-home housing plan revealed for Batley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-37-home-housing-plan-revealed-for-batley/) - Plans for a new 37-home development in Batley are awaiting a decision from Kirklees Council. The application from Jones Homes and M62 Developments seeks permission to build the properties on a plot of land off White Lee Road. The site sits to the west of Batley town centre and is a green field primarily made
- [More power over Cooper Bridge scheme set to be handed to Kirklees](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-power-over-cooper-bridge-scheme-set-to-be-handed-to-kirklees/) - Kirklees Council is expected to take control of the multi-million pound Cooper Bridge scheme, with construction expected to begin in 2028. The A62 to Cooper Bridge Corridor Improvement Scheme spans the border of both Kirklees and Calderdale councils, though the majority of the scheme lies within Kirklees Council’s administrative area. The £53.5m scheme, which is
- [COLUMN: Postal votes: Democracy or deal-making?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-postal-votes-democracy-or-deal-making/) - Preparations are picking up pace for the May local elections. In many wards, voters will have three candidates to choose from. On the surface, that sounds like democracy working well. Choice is what elections are all about. But choice only matters if people are truly free to make it. Postal voting was brought in for
- [From the Grand Prix to the Grand Iftar: Silverstone and Banqueting House make Ramadan history](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-the-grand-prix-to-the-grand-iftar-silverstone-and-banqueting-house-make-ramadan-history/) - From the roar of Formula 1 engines to the hush of sunset prayer, Ramadan 2026 is beginning in spectacular fashion, with some of Britain’s most iconic venues opening their doors for Open Iftar. For the first time in history, Silverstone Circuit, home of the British Grand Prix and the site of the first Formula 1
- [The holy month of Ramadan for Muslims across the world has begun as moon is sighted](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-holy-month-of-ramadan-for-muslims-across-the-world-has-begun-as-moon-is-sighted/) - The holy month of Ramadan has officially begun after the crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of a sacred period of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims worldwide. Many Muslims across the UK and beyond will observe their first fast on 18 February 2026. Fasting hours this year are shorter than
- [Heartfelt tribute paid to Keighley father as murder investigation continues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/heartfelt-tribute-paid-to-keighley-father-as-murder-investigation-continues/) - The devastated wife of a Keighley father-of-two has paid an emotional tribute as detectives continue to investigate his murder. Suhail Choudry, 35, was found with serious head injuries on Flasby Street at 3.14am on Sunday 8 February. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition but died from his injuries on Wednesday 11 February.
- [Whopping £250,000 pledged at interfaith Gaza fundraising gala in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/whopping-250000-pledged-at-interfaith-gaza-fundraising-gala-in-london/) - An interfaith fundraising gala in central London has raised £250,000 in a single evening to support humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza. The “To Gaza With Love” dinner, held on Saturday 14 February at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, brought together faith leaders, community representatives and philanthropists from across the UK. The event was organised
- [Keighley ‘Soul Sisters’ project boosts wellbeing of local women](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/keighley-soul-sisters-project-boosts-wellbeing-of-local-women/) - An innovative six-week wellbeing programme in Keighley has brought together women from different cultural backgrounds to focus on their emotional, mental and physical health. The ‘Soul Sisters’ initiative, delivered by Manningham Housing Association, saw 12 residents meet regularly at Keighley Civic Centre and Keighley Central Hall for themed sessions designed to create a safe and
- [Community unites as £20,000 raised in one night for critically ill newborns in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/community-unites-as-20000-raised-in-one-night-for-critically-ill-newborns-in-bradford/) - A powerful show of community spirit has seen £20,000 raised in a single evening to support families of critically ill newborns in Bradford. The funds, spearheaded by Bradford Hospitals Charity Ambassador Ishfaq Farooq, will contribute towards a new ‘Home from Home’ facility for parents with babies being cared for at the neonatal intensive care unit
- [Colombo Kitchen crowned Sri Lankan Restaurant of the Year at nation’s Curry Awards 2026](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/colombo-kitchen-crowned-sri-lankan-restaurant-of-the-year-at-nations-curry-awards-2026/) - Colombo Kitchen has been named Sri Lankan Restaurant of the Year at the prestigious Nation’s Curry Awards 2026, cementing its place as one of the UK’s leading ambassadors for Sri Lankan cuisine. The fourth annual ceremony, organised by Oceanic Awards, took place at the Cedar Court Hotel on Monday 9 February, bringing together restaurateurs and
- [Column: Sisterhood Over Stereotypes: The rise of Galentine’s in British Asian communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-sisterhood-over-stereotypes-the-rise-of-galentines-in-british-asian-communities/) - While shop windows glow red with roses and restaurants prepare candlelit tables for two, a quieter, yet increasingly powerful celebration is taking place across Britain. Galentine’s Day. What began as a playful social media trend has grown into something more meaningful, particularly within British South Asian communities, where expressions of romance are often private, understated
- [YMCA plans new six storey tower block in Rush Green](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ymca-plans-new-six-storey-tower-block-in-rush-green/) - The YMCA has been given approval from councillors in Barking and Dagenham to build a new six-storey tower block at its site in Rush Green. Barking and Dagenham Council’s planning committee voted unanimously to approve the new YMCA building on 10 February, although the scheme also needs the backing of councillors in Havering because the
- [Council misused almost £2m of public health grant from government](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-misused-almost-2m-of-public-health-grant-from-government/) - Barking and Dagenham Council misused almost £2million of government grant funding, councillors have been told. The grant – from the Department of Health and Social Care – is supposed to be spent on improving public health. But the council discovered that a number of its departments had used the money for other purposes. Senior Labour
- [Tall hotel building approved in Stratford despite overshadowing fears](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tall-hotel-building-approved-in-stratford-despite-overshadowing-fears/) - Plans to build a 21-storey hotel in Stratford town centre have got the go-ahead from councillors despite neighbours’ concerns about overshadowing. Hotel company Staycity wants to build the tower in Meridian Square, opposite Stratford Shopping Centre. But people living in Legacy Tower, a 33-storey block of flats next door, warned that it could affect their
- [Urgent care hours reduced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/urgent-care-hours-reduced/) - A North London council has been accused of “failing residents” after the hours of the Urgent Treatment unit at Central Middlesex Hospital were cut earlier this month. On 2 February, London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) announced that the hospital’s urgent treatment centre would now open from 8am to 9pm – a 21
- [Met Police deploying Live Facial Recognition technology without legal authority or transparency, Greens warn](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/met-police-deploying-live-facial-recognition-technology-without-legal-authority-or-transparency-greens-warn/) - The Met Police must immediately halt their use of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology until proper safeguards and regulations are in place, a London Assembly Member has said. After trialling the technology over the last decade, the Met have stepped up its use at large public events in London, including, controversially, at last year’s Notting
- [Plan to build around 60 homes on "grey belt" land is approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-build-around-60-homes-on-grey-belt-land-is-approved/) - Controversial plans to build homes on a Green Belt field have been approved thanks to new national planning rules. The development of around 60 homes on land off Highgate Grove in Clayton Heights went before members of Bradford Council’s Regulatory and Appeals Committee on Thursday morning. Two years ago a similar application was refused by
- [Batley to host landmark Islamic Finance Expo at Al-Hikmah Centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/batley-to-host-landmark-islamic-finance-expo-at-al-hikmah-centre/) - A pioneering event aimed at empowering the Muslim community with financial knowledge and halal investment opportunities will take place on Saturday 14 February in Batley. Organised by Al-Ihsan Trust, the initiative is being described as the first of its kind in the region, bringing together leading Islamic finance experts, scholars and specialist organisations under one
- [Plan to turn former newspaper offices into flats is revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-turn-former-newspaper-offices-into-flats-is-revealed/) - A listed building in Bradford city centre could be converted into apartments if new plans are approved. The former Telegraph & Argus building on Hall Ings has been vacant since the newspaper moved much of its operation to offices on Rooley Lane in 2020. Work to turn the former print hall building into a restaurant
- [Cooper Bridge project in Kirklees’ hands](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cooper-bridge-project-in-kirklees-hands/) - Delivering a major road scheme will be in the hands of Kirklees Council, if their senior councillors agree. The £53.5 million A62 to Cooper Bridge Corridor Improvement Scheme spans the border of Calderdale and Kirklees councils. Cooper Bridge is a consideration for Calderdale Council’s Brighouse ward. Calderdale Council Cabinet members agreed to delegate powers to
- [Council tax rise proposal reduced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-tax-rise-proposal-reduced/) - A revised 1.99 per cent council tax increase for County Durham households has been supported by council leaders. Members of Durham County Council’s cabinet backed a proposal to reduce the previous 3.1 per cent increase to bills at a meeting on Wednesday (11 January). New funding received from the Government earlier this week has enabled
- [Council planners consulted on proposed 485-home plan in Washington area](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-planners-consulted-on-proposed-485-home-plan-in-washington-area/) - Sunderland City Council has been asked for a “scoping opinion” to help inform a planning application for a huge housing development in the Washington area. Scoping opinions are sought from local planning authorities to establish which technical matters should be “scoped in” to an environmental impact assessment (EIA) prior to the submission of a detailed
- [Council faces funding gap of £82m by 2031 despite increase in government funding](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-faces-funding-gap-of-82m-by-2031-despite-increase-in-government-funding/) - Barking and Dagenham Council faces a funding gap of more than £82million by 2031, newly-published budget plans have warned. The warning comes despite an expected increase in government funding announced in December. The council says it faces “rising demand for services because of growing poverty” while at the same time having to find “significant savings
- [Could your Kirklees town be the UK’s first Town of Culture?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/could-your-kirklees-town-be-the-uks-first-town-of-culture/) - Communities from across Kirklees are being urged to express an interest in becoming the UK’s first ever ‘Town of Culture’ in 2028. The government has launched a nationwide invitation for small, medium and large towns to bid for Town of Culture status and celebrate local creativity, heritage and talent. The successful town stands to receive
- [Plan to re-open city centre arts venue welcomed by Council regeneration boss](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-re-open-city-centre-arts-venue-welcomed-by-council-regeneration-boss/) - News that a city centre art space will re-open later this year have been welcomed. Earlier this week it was announced that Loading Bay on Duke Street will re-open in May. The venue was created as a temporary arts space during Bradford’s City of Culture year, attracting over 40,000 visitors. The space includes a 200
- [COLUMN: Have we lost our young generation? Seventy years on, where are we now?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-have-we-lost-our-young-generation-seventy-years-on-where-are-we-now/) - It is a question being asked with increasing urgency across our city: have we lost our young generation? We see the headlines. Drugs moving through our neighbourhoods. Street violence spilling into residential areas. County lines networks exploiting teenagers. Young men appearing in court instead of walking across graduation stages. Families devastated by incidents that erupt
- [Council tax hike for North East households as 9% police precept uplift approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-tax-hike-for-north-east-households-as-9-police-precept-uplift-approved/) - Councillors have approved a hike of more than 9% for the policing portion of council tax bills in two North East counties. Households across Northumberland as well as Tyne and Wear will see an uplift in the police precept added to their council tax bills this April. Plans for a 9.45% increase in the charge,
- [Almost 500 children being home schooled in Gateshead](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/almost-500-children-being-home-schooled-in-gateshead/) - The number of children being taught exclusively at home in Gateshead has almost doubled since the Covid-19 pandemic. New figures show a total of 491 children were being home schooled during the 2024/25 academic year – a 98% rise from the 247 in 2020/21. While numbers do vary throughout the academic year, ultimately 397 children
- [The site of the new 500 space Brit School North has been revealed as a Bradford city centre car park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-site-of-the-new-500-space-brit-school-north-has-been-revealed-as-a-bradford-city-centre-car-park/) - A performing arts college inspired by the world famous Brit School will open on a key Bradford city centre site after the council agreed to the sale of the Jacob’s Well car park. The London-based art school has produced talents like Adele, Amy Winehouse and Jessie J, and in 2023 the BPI announced plans to
- [Pakistan plan to boycott their T20 World Cup match against India](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pakistan-plan-to-boycott-their-t20-world-cup-match-against-india/) - The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway tomorrow as Pakistan face the Netherlands in the opening match of the tournament, hosted jointly by Sri Lanka and India. Cricket’s leading nations have gathered across the subcontinent, with the curtain-raiser taking place at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo. But before a ball
- [Leamside Line pledge signed as Government promises 'clear and unwavering commitment'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leamside-line-pledge-signed-as-government-promises-clear-and-unwavering-commitment/) - A deal committing the Government to help reopen a mothballed North East railway line has been signed on Thursday, 22 January. North East mayor Kim McGuinness and transport secretary Heidi Alexander met at Newcastle’s Central Station early on Thursday morning to pen an agreement on the future of the Leamside Line, after the project was
- [Deontay Wilder explodes in an interview when discussing Tyson Fury](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/deontay-wilder-explodes-in-an-interview-when-discussing-tyson-fury/) - Deontay Wilder recently featured on TalkSport, where he appeared on the radio station along with Derek Chisora. Wilder and Chisora will fight against each other on 4 April, a week before Tyson Fury returns to the ring. Derek Chisora has won his last three fights, while Deontay Wilder’s recent boxing matches have been disappointing for
- [Council Tax rise "mandated?"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-tax-rise-mandated/) - Council bosses have been asked if a 4.99 per cent Council Tax rise has effectively been “mandated” by Government as part of Bradford Council’s financial bailout. Next month the Council will vote on its proposed budget for the 2026/27 financial year, and the leading Labour group’s proposals include a 4.99 per cent Council Tax rise.
- [Man convicted after Quran desecration and antisemitic graffiti](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/man-convicted-after-quran-desecration-and-antisemitic-graffiti/) - A Leeds man who desecrated copies of the Quran in a hospital prayer room and later wrote antisemitic graffiti while in police custody has been convicted of hate crimes following a prosecution by the Crown Prosecution Service. Ibrahim Iqbal, 36, of Leeds, was found guilty at Leeds Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 4 February of two
- [Another school to reduce pupil admission numbers due to falling birth rates](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/another-school-to-reduce-pupil-admission-numbers-due-to-falling-birth-rates/) - Another Bradford District school will reduce the number of reception children it takes due to birth rates “falling significantly.” Long Lee Primary School will reduce its “pupil admission number” – the number of children it takes on in reception each year, from 45 to 30 from September 2027. It comes after plummeting birth rates in
- [Food business applied for licence to sell food until 3am](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/food-business-applied-for-licence-to-sell-food-until-3am/) - A Bradford food business has applied for a licence to serve food until 3am on the weekend. Barakah Bros Bfd, based at Whetley Mills on Thornton Road, hopes to open until 2am on Monday to Thursday and 3am on Friday and Saturday. The licensing application, submitted to Bradford Council, also seeks permission to have recorded
- [New school plan for Kirklees pupils with complex needs revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-school-plan-for-kirklees-pupils-with-complex-needs-revealed/) - Plans for a new 125-place school for pupils with complex needs have emerged in Kirklees. It is envisaged that the school would cater for children and young people aged eight to 16 and would be created in partnership with Delta Academies Trust. It would be known as an ‘Alternative Provision Free School’, bringing extra, high-quality
- [Mayor of Kirklees makes urgent appeal as ‘symbol of town’s identity’ is stolen](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-of-kirklees-makes-urgent-appeal-as-symbol-of-towns-identity-is-stolen/) - The Mayor of Kirklees has issued a public appeal for the return of the historic Dewsbury mayoral chain following its theft from Dewsbury Town Hall. West Yorkshire Police are investigating the burglary which took place at around 8.15pm on Sunday, 1 February. The chains, which sat in a cabinet in the town hall, were reported
- [Family with autistic child left in mouldy home for more than 2 years gets £5k pay out](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/family-with-autistic-child-left-in-mouldy-home-for-more-than-2-years-gets-5k-pay-out/) - A North London council has been ordered to pay a family more than £5,000 after they were left in a ‘mouldy and mice infested’ accommodation for more than two years. The father also complained that the property had stairs and windows that could not be secured, which was particularly dangerous for their child with special
- [Seasons of Culture celebration to happen across West Yorkshire](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/seasons-of-culture-celebration-to-happen-across-west-yorkshire/) - A celebration of West Yorkshire’s nature will be the first of several “Seasons of Culture” – although there are still questions over how it will be financed. Following the success of Bradford’s year as City of Culture, West Yorkshire announced it will be holding an ongoing “Seasons of Culture” event, which will include performances and
- [Jarrell Miller’s boxing blunder during his most recent fight goes viral](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/jarrell-millers-boxing-blunder-during-his-most-recent-fight-goes-viral/) - Jarrell Miller, nicknamed ‘The Big Baby’, took on Kinglsey Ibeh on Saturday at Madison Square Garden in New York. Miller won the fight, taking his boxing record to 27-1, but there was a big talking point during the fight. Ibeh landed numerous punches on Miller, causing the winner’s hairpiece to lift up at the front.
- [Meet the first professional British diabetic boxer Muhammad Ali Zahid](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/meet-the-first-professional-british-diabetic-boxer-muhammad-ali-zahid/) - Muhammad Ali Zahid is a British-Pakistani boxer who comes from Rochdale, Greater Manchester. The 32-year-old has a unique story, with him being the first-ever boxer with type 1 diabetes to receive a professional boxing licence from the British Boxing Board of Control. Initially, he was refused a licence due to his type 1 diabetes over
- [Previewing the T20 World Cup starting this week](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/previewing-the-t20-world-cup-starting-this-week/) - The 2026 T20 World Cup begins on 7 February in Sri Lanka, with the Netherlands facing Pakistan in the opening match of the competition. It is the first game being played in group A of the tournament, which consists of the following teams: India, Pakistan, Netherlands, Namibia and USA. The Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground
- [Arsenal extend their gap at the top of the Premier League following this weekend’s results](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/arsenal-extend-their-gap-at-the-top-of-the-premier-league-following-this-weekends-results/) - Five Premier League games were played on Saturday, with one of the matches being Leeds United vs Arsenal. The 3PM kick-off saw the Gunners look to secure their first league win in four, while Leeds were aiming to make it six home matches in a row unbeaten. Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal started the better of the
- [COLUMN: Halal or Hypocrisy? The truth about second wives in Britain](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-halal-or-hypocrisy-the-truth-about-second-wives-in-britain/) - Having a second wife is a growing trend, particularly among professional and well-established British Muslims. What was once rare, openly discussed, and subject to community scrutiny has increasingly moved behind closed doors. These marriages are often conducted quietly, insulated from challenge, and defended as religiously permissible. Yet when examined honestly, many have far less to
- [Food Poverty Crisis: Nearly one in four North East households struggling to afford basic nutrition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/food-poverty-crisis-nearly-one-in-four-north-east-households-struggling-to-afford-basic-nutrition/) - Almost one in four households in the North East are unable to afford adequate food, with serious consequences for both physical and mental health, a leading public health official has warned. Prof Alice Wiseman, director of public health for Newcastle and Gateshead, has called for urgent action to create a fairer food system where access
- [Council officially launches growth strategy, with seven "game changing" developments](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-officially-launches-growth-strategy-with-seven-game-changing-developments/) - A new growth plan for the Bradford District is “not about what the Government can do for Bradford, but what Bradford can do for the rest of the country.” On Thursday evening Bradford Council launched a ten-year growth plan titled 'Built Different: Bradford 2025-2035'. The plan details how the District could grow over the next
- [Slough low-income residents will have council tax support reduced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/slough-low-income-residents-will-have-council-tax-support-reduced/) - Slough Borough Council has been accused of ‘hurting the most vulnerable residents’ after it approved plans to reduce its council tax support once again. The Council Tax Support Scheme (CTS) is run by local authorities to support low-income residents with paying their council tax. Slough Borough Council used to cover 100 per cent of the
- [Metrocentre testing hub praised as 'best of the NHS' and way to reduce healthcare staff burnout](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/metrocentre-testing-hub-praised-as-best-of-the-nhs-and-way-to-reduce-healthcare-staff-burnout/) - A cutting-edge testing hub at the Metrocentre has been praised for showing the “best of the NHS”. Health minister Karin Smyth visited the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the Gateshead shopping mall on Thursday. The multi-million pound hub opened in the old House of Fraser store in October 2024, with the aim of taking test
- [West London area ‘most vulnerable’ to increasing heat to launch climate strategy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-london-area-most-vulnerable-to-increasing-heat-to-launch-climate-strategy/) - A West London borough intends to launch a strategy to limit the impacts of intense heat after studies found it was one of England’s most “socially vulnerable” to increasing temperatures from climate change. An Ealing Council report outlines that the borough’s specific risk is driven not by geographic factors, but by social vulnerability. The areas
- [Bradford Council searching for new Muslim burial site in city](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-searching-for-new-muslim-burial-site-in-city/) - The search is on for a new cemetery in Bradford to help meet burial demand until 2050, and a £7m budget has been set aside for the programme. Bradford Council’s Executive this week agreed to move forward with the next stage of the District’s Bereavement Strategy, which will involve the creation of a new Muslim
- [The latest Pantomime at the Alhambra Theatre was seen by 74,300 people](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-latest-pantomime-at-the-alhambra-theatre-was-seen-by-74300-people/) - Over 74,000 people went to see the latest Alhambra pantomime, making it one of the “strongest seasons to date” for the Bradford institution. The acclaimed Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs ran from 6 December, 2025, to 18 January, 2026, playing to packed crowds at the city centre theatre. Now it has been revealed that
- [Bradford BID unveils first-ever member awards to celebrate the City’s business excellence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-bid-unveils-first-ever-member-awards-to-celebrate-the-citys-business-excellence/) - Bradford Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the launch of its inaugural Bradford BID Member Awards, a new annual event designed to celebrate the innovation, resilience and success of the city’s diverse business community. The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 25 June 2026 at the landmark Bradford Live, bringing together businesses from across
- [Restaurant's "temporary" marquee can remain in place until 2028](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/restaurants-temporary-marquee-can-remain-in-place-until-2028/) - A “temporary” marquee can remain on a prominent city centre site until 2028 after planners argued the benefits would outweigh the harms. The marquee on a car park next to Jinnah restaurant on Leeds Road was first installed during the Covid pandemic as a way for the business to maintain social distancing. A condition of
- [Bradford sets sights on ‘core city’ status in major growth push](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-sets-sights-on-core-city-status-in-major-growth-push/) - Seven “game-changing” developments could help Bradford become one of the UK’s Core Cities. This week will see the launch of a new growth plan for the Bradford District, which will help shape regeneration over the next decade. A major part of the plan, which is titled Built Different, is to push for Bradford to become
- [The Rob Burrow Motor Neurone Disease centre in Leeds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-rob-borrow-motor-neurone-disease-centre-in-leeds/) - Rob Burrow CBE was a rugby league player, who sadly lost his battle to Motor Neurone Disease on 2 June 2024, aged 41, four and a half years on from his diagnosis. Rob played for one team during his playing career, and that club was Leeds Rhinos. He made nearly 500 appearances for the side,
- [Sheffield United British South Asian footballer Sai Sachdev targets a return to the first team this season](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sheffield-united-british-south-asian-footballer-sai-sachdev-targets-a-return-to-the-first-team-this-season/) - Sai Sachdev is a right-back who currently plays for Sheffield United. The 20-year-old defender is of Indian descent, making him one of a very few professional British South Asian footballers. The full-back started off his career with Leicester City at youth level, before signing for Sheffield United in 2021, following his release from the Foxes.
- [Muslim burial space runs low in Dewsbury — But Council says thousands of plots remain elsewhere](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/muslim-burial-space-runs-low-in-dewsbury-but-council-says-thousands-of-plots-remain-elsewhere/) - Concerns have been raised over the availability of Muslim burial space in Dewsbury, after plots at Dewsbury Cemetery fell to critically low levels — but Kirklees Council says there is sufficient capacity for burials across the wider North Kirklees area for years to come. The issue has attracted growing attention in recent weeks after it
- [£2.50 Fare Cap or Fare Hike in Disguise? Metro Passengers React to Tyne and Wear Plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/2-50-fare-cap-or-fare-hike-in-disguise-metro-passengers-react-to-tyne-and-wear-plans/) - Plans to introduce a new ticket price cap on the Tyne and Wear Metro have prompted a mixed reaction from passengers and campaigners, amid warnings that many travellers could see fares rise rather than fall. North East mayor Kim McGuinness announced on Monday that Metro journeys will be capped at £2.50 for a single trip
- [Bradford Hospital porter shortlisted for national award for transforming patient experience](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-hospital-porter-shortlisted-for-national-award-for-transforming-patient-experience/) - A member of the portering team at Bradford Royal Infirmary has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to patient care and experience. Mo Jawad, who works for Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is in the running for a MyPorter Award after being nominated by the Trust’s Head
- [Bradford salon owner challenges stigma around men and skincare in South Asian communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-salon-owner-challenges-stigma-around-men-and-skincare-in-south-asian-communities/) - A Bradford beauty salon owner has sparked an important conversation about masculinity and self-care after posting a video challenging the stigma men, particularly South Asian men — face when seeking skincare treatments. Prity Farooq, who runs a beauty salon in Bradford, used her latest weekly video diary to address the uncomfortable reality that men are
- [Asian Standard's Most Influential List - London 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-standards-most-influential-list-london-2025/) - Each year, with the support of our readers and communities, Asian Standard curates its Most Influential List to recognise British Asians who are shaping London and beyond, not always from the spotlight, but often from the frontlines of change. This list is not exhaustive, nor does it claim to capture every individual making a difference. Across our
- [Asian Standard's Most Influential List - Bradford 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-standards-most-influential-list-bradford-2025/) - Each year, with the support of our readers and communities, Asian Standard curates its Most Influential List to recognise British Asians who are shaping Bradford and beyond, not always from the spotlight, but often from the frontlines of change. This list is not exhaustive, nor does it claim to capture every individual making a difference. Across our
- [Future of 270-home Kibblesworth development set for decision next week](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/future-of-270-home-kibblesworth-development-set-for-decision-next-week/) - Controverisal plans for 270 new homes on the western edge of Kibblesworth will be decided by councillors next week. Taylor Wimpey North East’s bid for hundreds of houses in Kibblesworth, which involves the demolition of West Farm, will be heard by Gateshead Council’s planning committee on 28 January. Council officers have recommended the proposals are
- [New housing estate approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-housing-estate-approved/) - Plans to build 140 more homes next to a major Newcastle new-build estate have “reluctantly” been approved by councillors, amid major reservations over a lack of infrastructure. Newcastle City Council’s planning committee has given its backing to housebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes’ designs for a new development between the Newcastle Great Park and Hazlerigg village.
- [Redbridge councillors renew tax support scheme for low-income residents](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/redbridge-councillors-renew-tax-support-scheme-for-low-income-residents/) - Redbridge councillors have agreed to keep support for residents struggling with council tax the same. More than 14,000 households in Redbridge are offered support with their bills, according to a report published last week. In order to qualify for the council tax support scheme, they must meet a particular criteria. Working-age households where someone receives
- [Asian Standard's Most Influential List - Leeds 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-standards-most-influential-list-leeds-2025/) - Each year, with the support of our readers and communities, Asian Standard curates its Most Influential List to recognise British Asians who are shaping Leeds and beyond, not always from the spotlight, but often from the frontlines of change. This list is not exhaustive, nor does it claim to capture every individual making a difference. Across our
- [Asian Standard's Most Influential List - Kirklees 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-standards-most-influential-list-kirklees-2025/) - Each year, with the support of our readers and communities, Asian Standard curates its Most Influential List to recognise British Asians who are shaping Kirklees and beyond, not always from the spotlight, but often from the frontlines of change. This list is not exhaustive, nor does it claim to capture every individual making a difference. Across our
- [Asian Standard's Most Influential List - North East 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-standards-most-influential-list-north-east-2025/) - Each year, with the support of our readers and communities, Asian Standard curates its Most Influential List to recognise British Asians who are shaping the North East and beyond, not always from the spotlight, but often from the frontlines of change. This list is not exhaustive, nor does it claim to capture every individual making
- [Thamesmead Waterfront approval will unlock 15,000 homes, ministers told](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thamesmead-waterfront-approval-will-unlock-15000-homes-ministers-told/) - Thamesmead Waterfront must be approved as one of the Government’s ambitious ‘New Towns’ to help solve London’s housing crisis, ministers have been told. Up to 15,000 homes could be built on the 100-hectare site in South East London which was shortlisted by the Government as one of 12 possible ‘New Towns’ across the country. The project,
- [Planning permission sought for block of 12 flats in Bramley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/planning-permission-sought-for-block-of-12-flats-in-bramley/) - A block of 12 flats could be built on vacant land in west Leeds if plans are agreed with the council. Civcon Civil Engineering is seeking permission to built on a site in between the ring road at Bramley and Stanningley bypass. One and two-bedroom apartments would be created in a three-storey block at the
- [Sunderland Indian restaurant rides viral Beckham storm with AI Mother’s Day post](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sunderland-indian-restaurant-rides-viral-beckham-storm-with-ai-mothers-day-post/) - A Sunderland Indian restaurant has tapped into one of the most talked-about celebrity sagas of the year, using humour, and artificial intelligence, to turn a family feud into a viral marketing moment. Chester’s Lounge shared an AI-generated image appearing to show Brooklyn Beckham dining at one of its tables alongside his mother, Victoria Beckham, in
- [COLUMN: Too Educated to Marry? A Painful Reality for Many Women](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-too-educated-to-marry-a-painful-reality-for-many-women/) - For years, South Asian communities across Britain, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and India, have told their daughters the same thing: work hard, get an education and build a secure future. Girls listened. They studied late into the night, balanced ambition with family responsibilities, and carried heavy expectations with quiet determination. Many succeeded beyond what their parents ever
- [Victim of grooming gang urges council to support targeted enquiry](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/victim-of-grooming-gang-urges-council-to-support-targeted-enquiry/) - A Woman who was groomed by dozens of men as a teenager urged Bradford Council to push for the district to be the centre of a national grooming gang enquiry. Fiona Goddard was just 14 and living in a Bradford children’s home when her horrific abuse began in the late 2000s. In recent years she
- [A ‘win-win’ for shoppers as Forget Me Not opens new store](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-win-win-for-shoppers-as-forget-me-not-opens-new-store/) - Shoppers can pick up a bargain in Dewsbury as the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice has opened a new store. Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice says it is excited to announce the opening of its newest charity shop in Dewsbury – a dedicated clearance store offering incredible bargains while supporting local children and families. Located
- [Green Party Leader visits Huddersfield as confidence grows for upcoming elections](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/green-party-leader-visits-huddersfield-as-confidence-grows-for-upcoming-elections/) - The Leader of the Green Party paid a visit to Huddersfield this weekend, speaking to a packed out meeting of supporters. Zack Polanski spoke at the meeting of over 200 Green Party Members at the Newsome Centre on Sunday (18 January). Mr Polanski highlighted that Huddersfield was the party’s “closest near miss” to winning an
- [Kirklees Community Alliance registers as political party](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-community-alliance-registers-as-political-party/) - A Kirklees Council group is now officially registered as a political party and wants to give local people a “stronger voice”. Led by former council leader, Cllr Cathy Scott (Dewsbury East), The Community Alliance is now a political party in its own right, which it says marks a “significant milestone” for the “growing local movement
- [What the £146m funding settlement really means for Kirklees Council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/what-the-146m-funding-settlement-really-means-for-kirklees-council/) - Kirklees’ Chief Financial Officer has set the record straight on exactly what the government’s £146m funding settlement will mean for the council. Local MPs from Huddersfield, Colne Valley and Spen Valley recently welcomed a £146.3m government funding boost for Kirklees Council over the next three years. But this doesn’t mean that the local authority will
- [Flags lowered as leader praises “exceptional” councillor](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/flags-lowered-as-leader-praises-exceptional-councillor/) - Flags are at half mast at Leeds Civic Hall as tributes are paid following the death of an “exceptional” city councillor. Mahalia France-Mir served as a Labour councillor for the Moortown ward on Leeds City Council since 2022. Moortown and Meanwood Labour Party said she died on Monday night following illness. The party said in a
- [Plans for new Food Warehouse supermarket at Bradford retail park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-for-new-food-warehouse-supermarket-at-bradford-retail-park/) - A supermarket chain will be opening its third Bradford branch in a vacant unit in a retail park. Food Warehouse will be opening in the former Poundstretcher unit at Enterprise 5 Retail Park in Idle. The brand, owned by Iceland, already has stores on Manningham Lane and in Thornbury. Food Warehouse stores are much larger
- [Houchen sticking with Tories amidst Reform speculation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/houchen-sticking-with-tories-amidst-reform-speculation/) - Tees Valley mayor Ben Houchen has nailed his colours to the mast amidst speculation that he is considering a defection to Reform UK. The Tory mayor said that he has “always” been a Conservative and had a pop at Reform’s economic credibility when asked about a potential defection. Reporting from the Financial Times has outlined
- [Emergence of "synthetic" drugs lead to rise in drug deaths in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/emergence-of-synthetic-drugs-lead-to-rise-in-drug-deaths-in-bradford/) - THE number of drug deaths in Bradford is on the rise – and Councillors have been told it is down to a new wave of “synthetic” drugs such as Fentanyl. Such drugs are “significantly stronger” than the drugs many addicts are used to – and this is leading to more overdoses. But local drugs charities
- [Research centre of excellence idea being investigated](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/research-centre-of-excellence-idea-being-investigated/) - The prospect of a £25m to £30m clinical research “centre of excellence” on Teesside is being investigated by health bosses. Leaders on the area’s NHS group are looking at the possibility of a new clinical research facility, and at potential “benefactors” to provide money for the venture. The idea of a facility for all medical
- [How Richard House closure shows cracks in hospice care system](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/how-richard-house-closure-shows-cracks-in-hospice-care-system/) - It was only when she had a mini stroke that Jubeda Islam accepted she needed support. The demands of looking after seven children – two of them with very complex needs – and her disabled father, had left Jubeda exhausted. Richard House Children’s Hospice in Newham gave her vital respite and became “our safe haven
- [Bradford sisters inspire family legacy spanning generations at the NHS](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-sisters-inspire-family-legacy-spanning-generations-at-the-nhs/) - When sisters Meena and Razwana (Raz) Bashir began their careers as newly qualified nurses at Bradford Teaching Hospitals in 2003, they never imagined that their choice of profession would inspire so many members of their extended family to follow the same path. More than two decades later, eight additional relatives have gone on to join
- [Vimal Yoganathan: The first Tamil footballer to play in the EFL](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/vimal-yoganathan-the-first-tamil-footballer-to-play-in-the-efl/) - Vimal Yoganathan is a professional footballer who currently plays for Barnsley. The 20-year-old is a midfielder who made history when he made his debut for the club. He plays for Wales at international level, and he is of Sri Lankan heritage. He is one of only a few British South Asian footballers to be playing
- [Lee Grant sacked as first-team head coach of Huddersfield Town](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lee-grant-sacked-as-first-team-head-coach-of-huddersfield-town/) - Huddersfield Town have confirmed that manager Lee Grant has been sacked six months into his reign, following their 3-1 away defeat against Burton Albion. The Terriers have won only 3 of their last 12 EFL League One matches and currently sit sixth in the table. Although the side are currently in the play-offs, they are
- [Conor Benn confirms he wants to compete in a WBC Welterweight Title fight](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/conor-benn-confirms-he-wants-to-compete-in-a-wbc-welterweight-title-fight/) - Conor Benn defeated Chris Eubank Jr on 15 November 2025 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It was the first time that Benn had beaten Eubank Jr, with both fighters winning one bout each against one another. A feud between the Benn and Eubank families started back in 1990, when Chris Eubank Snr faced Nigel Benn
- [“£50,000 from a stranger”: Bradford Uber driver’s mystery windfall rejected by magistrates](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/50000-from-a-stranger-bradford-uber-drivers-mystery-windfall-rejected-by-magistrates/) - A Bradford Uber driver told a court that a stranger transferred £50,000 into his bank account after overhearing him discuss financial difficulties in a car park, a claim magistrates ultimately rejected as they upheld the removal of his taxi licence. Amar Rangzab, 33, of Clayton Road, appeared before Bradford Magistrates’ Court on Friday 16 January,
- [Urgent appeal to trace missing 19-year-old woman last seen in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/urgent-appeal-to-trace-missing-19-year-old-woman-last-seen-in-bradford/) - Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a 19-year-old woman from Bradford who has been reported missing. Rubana, aged 19, was last seen yesterday afternoon in the Girlington area. Officers say there are growing concerns for her welfare. She is described as an Asian woman, around 5ft 9in tall, of medium build, with
- [Police hunt man wanted on warrant for drug offences in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-hunt-man-wanted-on-warrant-for-drug-offences-in-bradford/) - Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a 29-year-old man wanted on warrant in connection with drug offences in Bradford. Mohammed Abid, aged 29, is being sought after failing to appear in court when required. He is known to have links to the Bradford and Keighley areas. Officers say extensive enquiries have already
- [Four men charged for helping convicted sex offender flee UK ahead of jail sentence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/four-men-charged-for-helping-convicted-sex-offender-flee-uk-ahead-of-jail-sentence/) - Four men from Kirklees have been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice, accused of helping a man escape the country before he was convicted of serious sexual offences. Prosecutors allege the men assisted Asif Ali, 56, from Batley, who failed to attend court in December 2023 while on trial for non-recent sexual
- [Urgent appeal to find missing 24-year-old woman with cerebral palsy in Ravensthorpe](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-are-appealing-for-the-publics-help-to-trace-a-24-year-old-woman-reported-missing-from-ravensthorpe/) - Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a 24-year-old woman reported missing from Ravensthorpe. Kiynat Ali, who has cerebral palsy, was last seen shortly after 10am on Friday (today) in the Sackville Street area in Dewsbury. She is described as an Asian woman, around 5ft 4in tall, of slim build, and is believed to
- [Councillors joins Advance UK](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-joins-advance-uk/) - A County Durham councillor who was expelled from Reform UK has joined a new party. Paul Bean, who represents the Crook ward, is the county’s first councillor to join Advance UK. Reform expelled Cllr Bean, who was elected in May 2025, in September amid criticism of alleged social media posts criticising the party. Cllr Bean
- [Council-funded cops tackle gun crime](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-funded-cops-tackle-gun-crime/) - Council-funded police officers tackled three gun-related crimes in Barking and Dagenham over the last six months of last year. The crimes included the case of a 17-year-old boy who was shot in both legs at Heath Park Estate in Dagenham. Another involved the arrest of a man for “possession of a firearm with intent to
- [Housing fraud investigation could reveal 'criminality at its highest end'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/housing-fraud-investigation-could-reveal-criminality-at-its-highest-end/) - A police investigation into housing fraud in Barking and Dagenham could reveal “criminality at its highest end” a councillor has warned. City of London Police say “hundreds” of Barking and Dagenham Council-owned homes could have been fraudlently let. Council counter fraud and risk manager Kevin Key said the case involved “multiple” housing blocks. He said
- [Sadiq Khan accused of “gaslighting” Londoners over crime statistics](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sadiq-khan-accused-of-gaslighting-londoners-over-crime-statistics/) - The Mayor of London has rejected accusations of “cherry picking” specific crime statistics to “pretend” overall levels of serious offences have come down in the capital. Conservative London Assembly Member Neil Garratt used the first Mayor’s Question Time session of the year to take aim at Sir Sadiq Khan for “gaslighting” Londoners by suggesting the
- [Government issues ‘amber’ warning over state of Kirklees roads as drivers ‘pay the price’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/government-issues-amber-warning-over-state-of-kirklees-roads-as-drivers-pay-the-price/) - Kirklees Council has been given an “amber” rating in a new government system ranking how well local authorities tackle potholes. The new ratings rank local highways authorities as red, amber or green based on current road conditions and how effectively they are spending government funding to fix potholes and invest in long term measures to
- [Youngsters sing against racism at Civic Hall meeting](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/youngsters-sing-against-racism-at-civic-hall-meeting/) - School children sang against racism and prejudice in a moving presentation to city councillors. Youngsters from schools in Harehills were at Leeds Civic Hall to perform their song We All Belong. The Harehills Community Champions attended a full council meeting to give suggestions to tackle discrimination in a deputation to elected members. Their song included
- [MP’s attempt to criminalise lying](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mps-attempt-to-criminalise-lying/) - A Teesside MP wants to criminalise lying in politics. The law would be applicable to MPs and members of the House of Lords. Luke Myer, Labour MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, has set out his proposals, which have garnered support not just from his own party, but from across the political divide, including
- [Struggling unpaid carers in London not “aware” of support](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/struggling-unpaid-carers-in-london-not-aware-of-support/) - London’s “hidden” unpaid carers are struggling due to being unaware of the financial support and services available to them, experts have suggested. Around 7.8 per cent of Londoners provided unpaid care to those around them due to health conditions or old age at the time of the 2021 census. However, 29 per cent of these
- [London’s firefighters face increased stress, anxiety and depression due to “emotionally demanding” call outs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/londons-firefighters-face-increased-stress-anxiety-and-depression-due-to-emotionally-demanding-call-outs/) - Firefighters in London are facing constant exposure to trauma and burnout from dealing with “emotionally demanding” call outs, the London Assembly has been told. The mental health crisis in the industry is well documented, with 60% of fire service workers who took part in a 2019 survey by MIND reporting personal experience of mental health
- [Rogue West London landlord slapped with £80k fine for renting dangerous building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rogue-west-london-landlord-slapped-with-80k-fine-for-renting-dangerous-building/) - A West London landlord has been slapped with a five figure fine after illegally renting an outbuilding in the garden of a house he rented separately. Mr Rajinder Singh Pander, of Windsor, Berkshire, was fined a total of £81,043.88 following sentencing at Isleworth Crown Court on 23 December 2025. Mr Pander ignored several communications from
- [Council backs Newcastle centre for writing with £1m boost to buy listed building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-backs-newcastle-centre-for-writing-with-1m-boost-to-buy-listed-building/) - A £1 million funding boost for efforts to create a UK-first centre for writing in Newcastle has been signed off. Newcastle City Council agreed to the latest injection of public cash into the flagship project on Monday night, in order to enable the purchase of a listed city centre building that will house it. It
- [North East tourist tax set for 2028 as mayor warned against hospitality](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-tourist-tax-set-for-2028-as-mayor-warned-against-hospitality/) - A ‘tourist tax’ charged on visitors coming to the North East is expected to come into force in 2028. Ministers announced late last year that mayors like Kim McGuinness are set to be given the power to impose a new levy on overnight stays at hotels, holiday lets, bed and breakfasts, and guesthouses across the
- [Harrow Council still facing £10m deficit despite Fair Funding uptick](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/harrow-council-still-facing-10m-deficit-despite-fair-funding-uptick/) - Harrow Council is set to receive more than £100m from the Government’s Fair Funding Allocation next year but still faces a budget gap of nearly £10m. Despite the uptick, the local authority has warned that “it isn’t enough” to manage the rising costs associated with adult social care and temporary housing. In November last year,
- [Council tenants face 'difficult' rent increase next year](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-tenants-face-difficult-rent-increase-next-year/) - Council tenants in Tower Hamlets face a “difficult” rent increase this year, a leading councillor has admitted. Draft budget proposals suggest increasing rents by 4.8% from April. Green Party opposition councillor Natalie Bienfait questioned the rise during a meeting to scrutinise the budget proposals yesterday (12 Monday). Cllr Bienfait said: “I think this is a
- [Government pledges support for Northern Powerhouse Rail](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/government-pledges-support-for-northern-powerhouse-rail/) - The North needs to be “backed to the hilt” rather than just receiving “lip service” – the Prime Minister has claimed. The Government has today re-affirmed its support for Northern Powerhouse Rail – a new rail link between the biggest cities in the North of England, including Bradford. The decision confirms Bradford will be a
- [Community entrepreneur named first ambassador for Bradford Hospitals Charity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/community-entrepreneur-named-first-ambassador-for-bradford-hospitals-charity/) - A Bradford-born entrepreneur behind some of the city’s best-known food brands has been appointed the first-ever official ambassador for Bradford Hospitals Charity, in a move aimed at strengthening community-led fundraising for local hospitals. Ishfaq Farooq, a director of MyLahore and Wunder Crumble, has supported the charity’s work for more than a decade, contributing to initiatives
- [Nutella mistake leaves customer in hospital as Trading Standards probe Bradford food outlets](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nutella-mistake-leaves-customer-in-hospital-as-trading-standards-probe-bradford-food-outlets/) - A Bradford customer was hospitalised with anaphylactic shock after a food business served a Nutella-style topping instead of chocolate, despite being warned of a nut allergy. West Yorkshire Trading Standards are now investigating two separate Bradford food businesses over alleged breaches of food allergen laws, raising fresh concerns about customer safety. In the first case,
- [OPINION: Bradford deserves Councillors, not clan politics](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/opinion-bradford-deserves-councillors-not-clan-politics/) - As the local elections approach this May, the familiar election routine is already underway. Leaflets will drop through letterboxes, old promises will be recycled, and social media will fill up with carefully chosen photos and slogans. Voters will soon be asked to pick three people to represent them at City Hall. This should be about
- [New Bradford nature reserve named as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-bradford-nature-reserve-named-as-one-of-the-seven-wonders-of-the-world/) - A Bradford site has been named as one of the “seven wonders of the world” for 2026 by a global travel magazine. The Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve is made up of several sites across the District including Ilkley Moor, the St Ives Estate and Shipley Glen. The reserve has now been named as
- [Oxford Street MDC meets for first time](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/oxford-street-mdc-meets-for-first-time/) - Plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street just moved a step closer to becoming reality after a body set up to drive the regeneration project convened for the first time today (7 January). The Oxford Street Development Corporation (OSDC) met at City Hall to approve a framework and draft budget. It also made appointments to senior roles
- [New parking charges to be rolled out in Bradford and Ilkley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-parking-charges-to-be-rolled-out-in-bradford-and-ilkley/) - Controversial new parking charges that will see motorists pay almost double the amount to park in some parts of Bradford will be introduced later this month. The revised on-street parking charges in the centre of Bradford and Ilkley will be introduced starting on Monday, 19 January. The changes, announced last year, will see the cost
- [TVCA 2025/26 accounts to be disclaimed as auditors criticise combined authority again](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tvca-2025-26-accounts-to-be-disclaimed-as-auditors-criticise-combined-authority-again/) - Keeping up with TVCA’s accounts has been anything but simple in recent years. Disclaimed opinion after disclaimed opinion from numerous auditors has meant that those assessing TVCA’s books have been unable to offer a complete, rounded view on financial matters, with the government “backstops” given as a reason, along with blame being levelled at the
- [Increase in deliberate fires reported in Tyne and Wear](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/increase-in-deliberate-fires-reported-in-tyne-and-wear/) - Fire brigade chiefs stressed work is taking place to tackle deliberate fires across the Tyne and Wear region after the latest figures showed incidents rose by a third compared to the previous year. A Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service report outlined how from 1 April, 2025 to 30 September, 2025 they recorded 3,610
- [Plea to end 'two-tier' Newcastle transport system hurting West End areas cut off from Metro](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plea-to-end-two-tier-newcastle-transport-system-hurting-west-end-areas-cut-off-from-metro/) - The North East’s leaders have been urged to finally take action that would end the “two-tier public transport system” holding back communities in the west of Newcastle. Councillors have renewed calls for major investment that would extend new transport links to areas like Benwell and Scotswood, which are cut off from Tyne and Wear Metro
- [Huge office building recently earmarked for flats will now become flexible office space](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huge-office-building-recently-earmarked-for-flats-will-now-become-flexible-office-space/) - A city centre office building that was earmarked for a development of 103 one bed flats has been taken on by an international workplace provider. 1 Godwin Street, the headquarters for Vanquis, was recently vacated when the company moved to smaller office space in a neighbouring building. There had been plans to convert the huge, Grade
- [McDonalds appeals decision to refuse plans for new branch in Bingley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mcdonalds-appeals-decision-to-refuse-plans-for-new-branch-in-bingley/) - A FAST-food giant hopes to overturn a decision to refuse planning permission for a new drive thru restaurant in the centre of Bingley. Plans for a new McDonalds on the former Bingley Police Station site were refused by Bradford Council’s District Planning Panel in September. This refusal came despite highways officers, planners and legal experts
- [Plan for new drive thru on major Bradford street approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-for-new-drive-thru-on-major-bradford-street-approved/) - A “successful Bradford business’” plans to open a drive thru restaurant on a busy route into the city centre have been approved. The new 82 cover restaurant will be built off Thornton Road – next to a new Starbucks Drive Thru that is due to open later this year. Details of which business will be
- [School did not realise planning permission was needed for "amphittheatre"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/school-did-not-realise-planning-permission-was-needed-for-amphittheatre/) - A retrospective planning application to build a small “amphitheater” at a District primary school has been submitted to Bradford Council. The outdoor seating area at Burley Oaks Primary School in Burley in Wharfedale is used as an outdoor classroom space. But the work, carried out in 2024, was done without planning permission. Now the school
- [COLUMN: Too divided to stand: A warning for the Muslim community](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-too-divided-to-stand-a-warning-for-the-muslim-community/) - The Muslim community today is facing one of the most difficult periods in recent times. Across society, Muslims are dealing with rising Islamophobia, negative media portrayals, discrimination, and political pressure. These challenges are serious and real. But alongside these external pressures, there is another problem that is just as dangerous, if not more so: Muslims
- [Bradford dog behaviour expert Mudge leads Bigdogfellas to another year of national and global awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-dog-behaviour-expert-mudge-leads-bigdogfellas-to-another-year-of-national-and-global-awards/) - A Bradford-based dog training company has further cemented its reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialists in canine behaviour, after securing a string of national and international awards in 2025 and early 2026. Bigdogfellas, widely regarded as one of Yorkshire’s finest dog communication and owner education services, has picked up multiple accolades recognising both
- [Meet the British South Asian footballer with over 400 EFL appearances across his career](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/meet-the-british-south-asian-footballer-with-over-400-efl-appearances-across-his-career/) - Shrewsbury Town defender Malvind Benning is a British South Asian footballer who currently plays in League Two. The left-back has played for Walsall, Evesham, York City, Mansfield Town, Port Vale and Mansfield Town. The 32-year-old is of Indian heritage, with his family roots coming from the Punjab region of India. The defender has used his
- [The Roses Derby ends in a draw at Elland Road keeping Leeds unbeaten in their last seven](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-roses-derby-ends-in-a-draw-at-elland-road-keeping-leeds-unbeaten-in-their-last-seven/) - Leeds United vs Manchester United is one of the most highly anticipated matches in the Premier League calendar. In the last 10 competitive meetings between the two sides, the Red Devils have won seven, Leeds have won none, and they have drawn three games. It was a tense atmosphere prior to the game, with the
- [18-year-old Luke Littler retains the Darts World Championship title by beating Gian van Veen in the final](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/18-year-old-luke-littler-retains-the-darts-world-championship-title-by-beating-gian-van-veen-in-the-final/) - In 2025, Luke Littler was crowned as the PDC Darts World champion by defeating the Netherlands’ Michael Van Gerwen in the final 7-3. It was the first time the teenager won the PDC World Darts Championship, a year on from his loss in the final against Luke Humphries. In December 2025, Littler began his title
- [Councillors ran free Huddersfield bus service for 33rd year on New Year's Day](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-ran-free-huddersfield-bus-service-for-33rd-year-on-new-years-day/) - Huddersfield Green Party councillors have run their free, New Year’s Day bus service once again. This marks the 33rd year it has been in operation, providing a vital link between Berry Brow/Newsome and Huddersfield town centre, continuing on to the Royal Infirmary, while other services were out of action. The bus was on hand to
- [Middlesbrough College’s plans for temporary classrooms and workshops under review](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-colleges-plans-for-temporary-classrooms-and-workshops-under-review/) - Middlesbrough College hopes to add some buildings to its campus in the near future. Temporary theory classrooms and workshop buildings are both on the cards, with the classrooms set to occupy current campus green space, while the temporary workshops will be located on the hard landscape external compound, deemed “integral” to the current T-Construction Training
- [Over 40,000 applications pending for housing across the North East](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/over-40000-applications-pending-for-housing-across-the-north-east/) - More than 40,000 people remain on council housing waiting lists across the North East, according to the latest available data. Figures obtained by the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) through freedom of information requests show that at least 44,887 applications remain on waiting lists for some form of social housing across the region. Northumberland County
- [No fine issued for missed repairs in council homes in almost 6 months](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/no-fine-issued-for-missed-repairs-in-council-homes-in-almost-6-months/) - Not a single fine has been issued to Gateshead councilhouse tenants who have missed repair appointments in almost six months. The freedom of information request details come despite the local authority’s policy to crack down on wasted appointments being introduced back in July 2025. Data obtained by the Local Democracy Reporting Service has found that,
- [South Asian athletes to watch out for in 2026](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/south-asian-athletes-to-watch-out-for-in-2026/) - Vimal Yoganathan: Vimal Yoganathan currently plays for Barnsley and has scored two goals in 15 league appearances for Barnsley. At just 19 years of age, he is a regular starter for the Yorkshire outfit and has played an important role in their season, featuring 23 times across all competitions. Yoganathan is England’s first Tamil footballer,
- [A recap of sports across the year 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-recap-of-sports-across-the-year-2025/) - January: In January, the year started with India playing against England in the men’s International T20 series, and India were the winners of the series by 4-1. The games which were in India saw the home side dominate and earn a big series win on home soil. The two nations then played each other in
- [Kirklees Honours 2026: Service, care and policing celebrated](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-honours-2026-service-care-and-policing-celebrated/) - Several recipients from Kirklees and Huddersfield have been recognised for their dedication to public service, care and community wellbeing. From the South Asian community the honours list includes Huddersfield's, Fatima Ahmad, who has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to foster care through Kirklees Council, recognising years of commitment to supporting vulnerable
- [Bradford Honours List 2026: Culture, creativity and community recognised](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-honours-list-2026-culture-creativity-and-community-recognised/) - Bradford’s contribution to national life has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List, with leading figures from culture and the arts among those honoured. Shanaz Begum Gulzar, creative director at Bradford Culture Company, has been awarded an MBE for services to culture in Bradford. Her work has played a significant role in amplifying
- [King’s New Year Honours 2026: South Asian trailblazers recognised at highest level](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kings-new-year-honours-2026-south-asian-trailblazers-recognised-at-highest-level/) - South Asian excellence has been recognised at the very top of the King’s New Year Honours List 2026, with two damehoods and a knighthood marking a landmark moment for representation across arts, academia, science and public service. Among the highest accolades is a damehood awarded to trailblazing actress and writer Meera Syal, who becomes the
- [Council accused of ‘misleading spin’ over North Kirklees sports centre plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-accused-of-misleading-spin-over-north-kirklees-sports-centre-plans/) - Party leader Cllr Cathy Scott (Dewsbury East) said the council’s announcement has given residents false hope that a replacement for the closed Dewsbury Sports Centre is on the way, when in reality only an options appraisal and feasibility study have been approved. According to scrutiny papers reviewed by Asian Standard, the council has allocated around
- [Bradford vibrant community celebrates 55th Victory Day of Bangladesh](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-vibrant-community-celebrates-55th-victory-day-of-bangladesh/) - Prestige Hall in Bradford was filled with families, children, artists and community leaders on 20 December as BEAP Community Partnership hosted a vibrant celebration marking the 55th Victory Day of Bangladesh. The well-attended event brought together around 200 people for a day of remembrance, culture and unity, highlighting the strength and diversity of the local
- [TfL’s major 2026 projects revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tfls-major-2026-projects-revealed/) - Transport for London plays a massive part in the lives of millions of Londoners, visitors and tourists who use buses, trains, trams, bicycles and ferries to get around the capital. The organisation’s multi-billion pound budget is mostly spent on maintaining services to help keep London moving with minimal disruption. However, as the population of the
- [Green Party leader accuses Sir Sadiq Khan of ‘standing with Keir Starmer over Londoners’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/green-party-leader-accuses-sir-sadiq-khan-of-standing-with-keir-starmer-over-londoners/) - Green Party Leader Zack Polanski has accused the Mayor of London of failing to use his platform to stand up for Londoners out of fear of falling out of favour with the Labour government. Mr Polanski, who was elected as leader in September, also sits in City Hall as one of three Green Party members
- [First Bus helps bring Christmas surprise for children in Leeds hospitals](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/first-bus-helps-bring-christmas-surprise-for-children-in-leeds-hospitals/) - Children spending Christmas in hospital in Leeds will receive a surprise gift this year, thanks to a donation and support from First Bus. The bus operator teamed up with Leeds Hospitals Charity, which raises funds to support patients at all sites across the city, to donate £5,000 of presents which will be given out on
- [‘Broken force’: Mayor calls for overhaul of Cleveland Police as town guards scheme runs into trouble](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/broken-force-mayor-calls-for-overhaul-of-cleveland-police-as-town-guards-scheme-runs-into-trouble/) - Tees Valley Conservative Mayor Ben Houchen has described Cleveland Police as “broken” as part of a row over town centre guards. Labour police and crime commissioner Matt Storey has hit back, however, while Cleveland’s Chief Constable Victoria Fuller has defended the force and pointed to figures showing crime levels coming down in the town centre.
- [Trams between Bradford and Leeds won't start running until late 2030s - but Government re-affirms commitment to huge project](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/trams-between-bradford-and-leeds-wont-start-running-until-late-2030s-but-government-re-affirms-commitment-to-huge-project/) - The long-planned tram system between Bradford and Leeds will not start running until the late 2030s – it has been revealed. But despite the delay of several years, the Government has re-affirmed its commitment to the West Yorkshire Mass Transit system – and West Yorkshire’s mayor has said today’s announcement is “good news.” Phase One of
- [Ex-Labour mayor Jamie Driscoll predicts party's local election collapse in North East as he joins Greens](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ex-labour-mayor-jamie-driscoll-predicts-partys-local-election-collapse-in-north-east-as-he-joins-greens/) - A former Labour mayor has predicted the party will lose control of four North East councils in 2026, as he announced he is joining the Green Party. Ex-North of Tyne mayor Jamie Driscoll was unveiled as the Greens’ latest recruit on Wednesday morning, with the party seeking an electoral boom under new leader Zack Polanski.
- [Clean Air Zone estimated to have generated £180m in health benefits in less than two years - University research finds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/clean-air-zone-estimated-to-have-generated-180m-in-health-benefits-in-less-than-two-years-university-research-finds/) - Bradford's Clean Air Zone generated an estimated £180 million in benefits in less than two years – a new academic study has claimed. The Centre for Health Economics at the University of York says the figure includes reduced costs for health services – with almost 600 fewer GP visits for breathing problems each month in
- [COLUMN: It was a muslim hero at Bondi, so we must stop blaming an entire community](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-it-was-a-muslim-hero-at-bondi-so-we-must-stop-blaming-an-entire-community/) - Like many people, I watched the news from Bondi Junction with shock and sadness. People had gone out expecting a normal day and were suddenly caught up in something violent and frightening. Lives were lost. Families were torn apart. A whole community was left grieving. My first thoughts were with the victims and their families,
- [Israel-Gaza conflict continues to fuel high levels of hate crime on tubes and buses](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/israel-gaza-conflict-continues-to-fuel-high-levels-of-hate-crime-on-tubes-and-buses/) - The Israel-Gaza conflict is continuing to fuel higher levels of hate crime on London’s transport network more than two years after the Middle East war started, senior police officers have admitted. Hate crime on Transport for London (TfL) services spiked in late 2023 , particularly in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents. But levels have failed to
- [Bradford’s City of Culture team to stay on until 2027 to drive long-term legacy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-city-of-culture-team-to-stay-on-until-2027-to-drive-long-term-legacy/) - THE team that delivered Bradford’s City of Culture year will continue to plan events in the District until 2027, it has been announced. With Bradford 2025 now in its final days, more details of the legacy of the City of Culture title have today been announced. Bradford Culture Company Ltd, the charity set up to
- [Bradford’s Napoleon Garage marks 100 Years with national award under new ownership](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-napoleon-garage-marks-100-years-with-national-award-under-new-ownership/) - A century-old Bradford garage has marked a major milestone in its history after receiving a national industry award, following a period of significant investment and transformation under new Asian ownership. Napoleon Garage, based in BD4, was awarded The Motor Ombudsman’s National Star Award, bringing national recognition to the city for the second consecutive year. The
- [Tower Hamlets secures £300,000 to pilot government ‘Young Futures Hub’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tower-hamlets-secures-300000-to-pilot-government-young-futures-hub/) - Tower Hamlets Council has secured £300,000 in government funding to pilot a new Young Futures Hub, aimed at providing safe spaces, wellbeing support and targeted intervention for young people at risk of crime and antisocial behaviour. The hub, which could open as early as March next year, will be one of just eight trial sites
- [Councillors refuse retrospective plan for supermarket extension built over residents’ car park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-refuse-retrospective-plan-for-supermarket-extension-built-over-residents-car-park/) - A supermarket’s unauthorised expansion over a residents’ car park showed a “lack of respect for authority”, councillors have said, as a retrospective planning application was firmly rejected. Members of Bradford Council’s Planning Panel this week refused permission to retain an extension built by Asia Superstore on Kensington Street — constructed without consent and directly over
- [Five big decisions made by Kirklees Council this month](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/five-big-decisions-made-by-kirklees-council-this-month/) - From budget plans and asset sales to housing and leisure developments, a series of major decisions taken by Kirklees Council this month are set to affect residents across the borough. In recent weeks, the council’s Labour administration has outlined its draft budget for the next financial year, alongside progressing long-term regeneration and infrastructure plans. To
- [PMI Farewell Dinner Celebrates the Legacy of Professor Shirley Congdon](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pmi-farewell-dinner-celebrates-the-legacy-of-professor-shirley-congdon/) - The Professional Muslim Institute (PMI) hosted a moving Farewell Dinner in honour of Professor Shirley Congdon, as leaders from education, business, the judiciary and community organisations gathered to celebrate a career defined by service, integrity and inclusive leadership. Held on Tuesday, 9 December at Aagrah Midpoint, the evening brought together guests from across the UK,
- [Prestigious Honorary Doctorate awarded to North East business leader](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/prestigious-honorary-doctorate-awarded-to-north-east-business-leader/) - An Indian-born entrepreneur who rose from a £30-a-week paper boy to the helm of a multimillion-pound UK plc has been honoured by one of India’s most prominent universities. Meenu Malhotra, Honorary Consul General of India in England and chairman of Malhotra Group PLC, has received a Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) from the Kalinga Institute
- [Dewsbury Business Network to host second event in December](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/dewsbury-business-network-to-host-second-event-in-december/) - The Dewsbury Business Network is set to hold its second event on Tuesday 10 December, bringing together local entrepreneurs and business owners for workshops, networking and a buffet. Established to support existing and emerging enterprises in the town, the network aims to boost investment and footfall in Dewsbury by encouraging collaboration and knowledge-sharing. The programme
- [Hounslow Councillor questioned over failure to declare directorships while chairing licensing panel](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hounslow-councillor-questioned-over-failure-to-declare-directorships-while-chairing-licensing-panel/) - A West London councillor is facing scrutiny over whether he should have declared his role as director of three companies while chairing a key Hounslow Council committee. Labour councillor Farhaan Rehman, who represents the Hounslow area, resigned from the positions in January. He insists he never financially benefited from any of the companies and believed
- [Children’s centre building in Leeds could fetch £290k](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/childrens-centre-building-in-leeds-could-fetch-290k/) - A former council-run children’s centre in East Leeds could soon be transformed, after being placed on the market with a guide price of at least £290,000. Leeds City Council has put Gipton South Children’s Centre on Coldcotes Grove up for auction, having deemed the building surplus to requirements. Services will be re-located to nearby facilities
- [Plans for commercial laundry approved at former Bradford play centre, bringing new jobs to district](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-for-commercial-laundry-approved-for-former-bradford-play-centre-bringing-new-jobs-to-district/) - A long-vacant former children’s play centre in Bradford will be transformed into a commercial laundry, a move planners say will support local economic growth. The change of use for Unit 4 at Four Lane Ends Business Park on Cemetery Road was submitted to Bradford Council in October by Salford-based Laundrette Maids Limited. The new business
- [COLUMN: What is NHS 111 and when should you use it?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-what-is-nhs-111-and-when-should-you-use-it/) - As a GP I see many patients every day, with various medical issues and situations, which we’re always happy to help with. In addition to the ways we can help at our practice, there are a range of NHS services you can also use when you have a medical concern, depending on what it is.
- [British Asian mother shortlisted for Entrepreneur of the Year at Muslim Women Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/british-asian-mother-shortlisted-for-entrepreneur-of-the-year-at-muslim-women-awards/) - A British Asian businesswoman has been named a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 at the Muslim Women Awards. Hasina Momtaz, founder of Soul Gems London, launched the brand in 2019 in memory of her son, Sami Ahmed, who died in a road traffic collision two days before the planned opening of his first
- [Yorkshire Asian Young Achiever Awards 2025 winners announced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/yorkshire-asian-young-achiever-awards-2025-winners-announced/) - A doctor from Leeds who survived a life-threatening illness to help others, and Musharaf Asghar, the inspirational star of Channel 4’s Educating Yorkshire, were among the winners of the Yorkshire Asian Young Achiever Awards (YAYAs), announced at a gala awards event last night (27 November) at the Cedar Court Hotel in Bradford. The awards, founded
- [Cancer care isn’t fair, but it should be](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cancer-care-isnt-fair-but-it-should-be/) - ADVERTORIAL When Jaanaki’s sister first sensed something was wrong with her body, she pushed for answers. But instead of being heard, she met repeated dismissals from healthcare professionals. It took five blood tests before her devastating diagnosis of leukaemia, and the difficult journey that followed. Four years on, Jaanaki speaks through tears as she remembers
- [Gateshead youth in justice system praise council for help, report finds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/gateshead-youth-in-justice-system-praise-council-for-help-report-finds/) - Gateshead council workers who help young people involved in or victims of crime have been praised for their work. One youth reported how intervention stopped them carrying a knife just to feel safe. Gateshead Council’s families overview and scrutiny committee heard anonymised praise from children and young people on both sides of the justice system.
- [Plans to turn part of a listed building into an adult gaming centre have been criticised by a Conservation Officer](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-turn-part-of-a-listed-building-into-an-adult-gaming-centre-have-been-criticised-by-a-conservation-officer/) - Plans to expand a gaming centre into an empty unit fail to recognize that the building is Grade II listed – Conservation officers have claimed. Last month a planning application to convert 34 Market Street in Bradford city centre into an adult gaming centre was submitted to Bradford Council by Royal Amusements. The former payday
- [Large pile of fly tipping appears on rural site between Bradford and Leeds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/large-pile-of-fly-tipping-appears-on-rural-site-between-bradford-and-leeds/) - A huge pile of fly tipping has appeared on a rural road on the Bradford/Leeds border. The waste has been dumped on Ned Lane, near the entrance to Black Carr Woods between Holme Wood and Pudsey. The fly tipping was flagged up by Pudsey Councillor Simon Seary on Facebook on Wednesday afternoon. He posted images
- [Join Nina Wadia and take a step towards better health with the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/join-nina-wadia-and-take-a-step-towards-better-health-with-the-nhs-healthy-choices-quiz/) - We all know how important it is to keep healthy – both in body and mind – but with so much going on in our daily lives it can feel like a challenge we just don’t have time for. It doesn’t need to feel like a mountain to climb, though. The NHS has launched a
- [Bradford Teaching Hospitals opens first on-site cinema in Yorkshire](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-teaching-hospitals-opens-first-on-site-cinema-in-yorkshire/) - Bradford Hospitals Charity has unveiled a state-of-the-art cinema at Bradford Royal Infirmary, bringing big-screen magic directly to young patients and their families. The £40,000 facility, officially opening on 27 November with a screening of the festive favourite Elf, aims to offer children a welcome escape from the hospital environment in the lead-up to Christmas. Located
- [From car apprentice to boxing champion:  Bradford boxer crowned Yorkshire champion and he’s just getting started](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-car-apprentice-to-boxing-champion-bradford-boxer-crowned-yorkshire-champion-and-hes-just-getting-started/) - Yorkshire’s newest amateur boxing champion is splitting his time between fight camp and fine craftsmanship. Hadee Abbas, the latest apprentice at ENKAHNZ, is earning a reputation far beyond the Bodyshop floor, not just for titles won, but for the calm precision that defines both his athletic and professional rise. At ENKAHNZ, colleagues describe Abbas as
- [The Bicester Collection winners of the Unlock Her Future Prize 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-bicester-collection-winners-of-the-unlock-her-future-prize-2025/) - Women from across South Asia have been selected as the winners of the Unlock Her Future Prize 2025, a global initiative recognising innovators leading solutions to some of the region’s most urgent social issues. Representing India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan, the winners are tackling challenges ranging from access to clean water and inclusive education
- [Bradford’s Greater Sylhet Community takes Westminster by storm in landmark parliamentary visit](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-greater-sylhet-community-takes-westminster-by-storm-in-landmark-parliamentary-visit/) - Members of the Greater Sylhet Community UK – North Region took part in a landmark visit to the Houses of Parliament this week, at the invitation of Imran Hussain MP for Bradford East. The delegation — led by Cllr Ashraf Miah, Chairman of the North Region, and Cllr Fulzar Ahmed — included local councillors, community
- [Plan for new 50-place SEND school but council still struggling to meet demand](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-for-new-50-place-send-school-but-council-still-struggling-to-meet-demand/) - A North London council has revealed plans to build a new 50-place primary school for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as it looks to keep pace with growing demand. The development of the new SEND provision at the Strathcona site in Preston Park is set to go to the local consultation phase
- [‘The entire scheme needs looking at again’: Councillors to vote again on their own allowances](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-entire-scheme-needs-looking-at-again-councillors-to-vote-again-on-their-own-allowances/) - Another deferral is expected when it comes to deciding the amount of cash Middlesbrough councillors receive annually. The town’s councillors are being recommended to increase their basic allowance for the current financial year, from £7,608, to the Teesside average of £8,999. A crunch vote is coming at full council on 26 November, where councillors will
- [Bradford to host cultural exchange with Palestinian youth](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-to-host-cultural-exchange-with-palestinian-youth/) - A group of eight Palestinian teenagers from the West Bank will arrive in Bradford this week as part of a cultural exchange programme built around art, spoken word and shared storytelling. The event, taking place on Saturday 22 November at the Artz-i Islamic Art Gallery on Longside Lane, is being organised by Bradford Friends of
- [West Yorkshire to hold "seasons of culture" after Bradford 2025 ends](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-to-hold-seasons-of-culture-after-bradford-2025-ends/) - West Yorkshire will take inspiration from Bradford’s year as City of Culture and introduce an annual “Seasons of Culture” programme. And the first event will focus on the nature of West Yorkshire. Details of the plans were revealed in a recent report into future plans for West Yorkshire’s culture, heritage and sport. Written by West
- [Missing Bradford man reappears after suspicious disappearance investigation case](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/missing-bradford-man-reappears-after-suspicious-disappearance-investigation-case/) - Detectives investigating the disappearance of Bradford man Ismail Ali have confirmed that he unexpectedly walked into a police station yesterday (19 November), reporting that he was safe and well, after he was first declared missing. Officers are now working to establish the full circumstances surrounding Mr Ali’s disappearance in 2020 and his whereabouts over the
- [Newcastle Labour councillor defects to Greens and attacks government 'failure](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-labour-councillor-defects-to-greens-and-attacks-government-failure/) - A Newcastle Labour councillor has defected to join the Green Party. Alistair Chisholm, a Labour councillor in the Ouseburn ward since 2018, has today announced he is quitting the city’s ruling party. In a letter to council leader Karen Kilgour, Coun Chisholm said he was “increasingly uncomfortable with the direction of the party in government”
- [A food bank run for students by students has opened at the University of Huddersfield](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-food-bank-run-for-students-by-students-has-opened-at-the-university-of-huddersfield/) - A group of students at the University of Huddersfield have launched Care Cupboard – an on-campus foodbank – to help other students who are struggling with the cost of living crisis. The students behind the project are part of Enactus – an initiative dedicated to inspiring students to build a better, more sustainable world through
- [Headway made in tackling Kirklees fly-tipping backlog but cases continue to rise](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/headway-made-in-tackling-kirklees-fly-tipping-backlog-but-cases-continue-to-rise/) - Though fly-tipping may be on the rise both nationally and closer to home, Kirklees Council has made a dent in a serious backlog. Fly-tipping is a criminal offence where waste is illegally dumped on land, and tackling cases across the UK comes at a cost of over £100m. The issue of fly-tipping is raised time
- ["Clear decline" in MMR vaccinations over the past decade - report reveals](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/clear-decline-in-mmr-vaccinations-over-the-past-decade-report-reveals/) - Bradford communities are more at risk of dangerous measles outbreaks due to a “clear decline” in children receiving the MMR vaccine. Just 10 years ago over 94 per cent of two-year-olds in the District had been given their first MMR vaccine. But most recent figures show that figure has fallen to under 85 per cent.
- [Interchange could be replaced with "one or more" bus station - report says](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/interchange-could-be-replaced-with-one-or-more-bus-station-report-says/) - BRADFORD Interchange could be replaced by more than one new bus station – a new report has hinted. After a year long closure for safety reasons, the bus station section of the Interchange finally reopened in January. Although structural reports into the 1970s Interchange found it was safe to re-open, they pointed out that the
- [Dessert brand once backed by Lord Sugar acquired as new Huddersfield patisserie opens](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/dessert-brand-once-backed-by-lord-sugar-acquired-as-new-huddersfield-patisserie-opens/) - A Yorkshire dessert brand once fronted by The Apprentice winner Harpreet Kaur and backed by Lord Sugar has entered a new chapter after being acquired by luxury bakery group Starbake Patisseries, which has now opened a fresh site in Huddersfield. Starbake Patisseries, known for its artisan French-style baking and high-end patisserie, has officially launched its
- [Five arrested, including three women and two men, as Police launch murder investigation into disappearance of Ismail Ali](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/five-arrested-including-three-women-and-two-men-as-police-launch-murder-investigation-into-disappearance-of-ismail-ali/) - A murder investigation has been launched into the disappearance of Bradford man Ismail Ali, who vanished more than four years ago. Mr Ali was last seen leaving work at Gulam Food Stores on Cumberland Road at around 2.30pm on Friday, 29 May 2020, and despite extensive searches and regular reviews, he has remained a long-term
- [Newcastle hospitals await findings of fresh leadership review after CQC downgrade](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-hospitals-await-findings-of-fresh-leadership-review-after-cqc-downgrade/) - Hospital bosses in Newcastle are awaiting the results of a fresh review, almost two years on from a highly critical report. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) downgraded the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust from ‘outstanding’ to ‘requires improvement’ in 2024, with the watchdog demanding change after its inspectors found bullying complaints, concerns for
- [Sunderland nursery plans major expansion and new community hub](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sunderland-nursery-plans-major-expansion-and-new-community-hub/) - Plans for a children’s day nursery to boost its capacity and use space for community activities supporting children and families have been submitted to council development bosses. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an application for the Chilton Meadows Day Nursery in the city’s Houghton ward, with the nursery rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. According
- [Planet’s natural wonders take root in Leeds Art Gallery’s new exhibition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/planets-natural-wonders-take-root-in-leeds-art-gallerys-new-exhibition/) - Plant Dreaming, which launched today 14 November, brings together striking works by local, national and international contemporary artists, inviting visitors to rethink humanity’s relationship with the living environment at a time of intensifying climate concern. The exhibition showcases a wide range of artistic disciplines, including textile installations, ceramics, film, photography and drawing, with contributions from
- [Forget Me Not hospice to host Christmas Fayre with Santa, stalls and real tree sales](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/forget-me-not-hospice-to-host-christmas-fayre-with-santa-stalls-and-real-tree-sales/) - Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice is preparing to welcome families from across Kirklees and Calderdale to its annual Christmas Fayre later this month, with organisers promising a warm, community-focused celebration while raising funds for the charity’s specialist care services. The event, taking place on Sunday 30 November at Russell House in Huddersfield, will run from
- [Creative careers festival to connect Bradford’s young people with industry leaders](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/creative-careers-festival-to-connect-bradfords-young-people-with-industry-leaders/) - Taking place on Thursday 20 November at Bradford Live, the one-day festival is aimed at 16–25-year-olds and is designed and delivered entirely by Bradford 2025 apprentices. The event forms part of the district’s UK City of Culture programme and focuses on opening up real pathways into sectors such as film, gaming, fashion, music, digital media
- [Hurayra Pet Foods supports Allerton Cat Rescue with generous donation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hurayra-pet-foods-supports-allerton-cat-rescue-with-generous-donation/) - A Bradford rescue centre has received a welcome boost after a Yorkshire-based pet food company donated a year’s supply of premium cat food to help support its work with vulnerable and abandoned animals. Hurayra Pet Foods, the UK’s only officially HMC Halal-registered pet food brand, responded to an appeal from Allerton Cat Rescue, which relies
- [Bradford Author launches children’s book celebrating Gujarati food, family, and culture](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-author-launches-childrens-book-celebrating-gujarati-food-family-and-culture/) - Growing up in Bradford, Dee remembers the city as “a blessing in disguise”, a place where she could learn from friends of different cultures, swap languages in the playground, and bond over food that carried stories of home. Now, the mother, teacher, and writer has poured that upbringing into something special: Gathiya Girl, a children’s
- [Newcastle Council says SEND school transport U-turn was ‘the right thing’ and financially sustainable](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-council-says-send-school-transport-u-turn-was-the-right-thing-and-financially-sustainable/) - A council U-turn to protect free school transport for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) from proposed cuts was “the right thing” and is financially sustainable, city leaders say. Newcastle City Council had looked set to end its universal home to school SEND travel provision for young people from the age of 16.
- [£3.8m Leeds scheme aims to make 260 homes warmer and cut fuel poverty](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/3-8m-leeds-scheme-aims-to-make-260-homes-warmer-and-cut-fuel-poverty/) - At least 260 homes will be made warmer after the city received a fuel poverty grant worth almost £6m. Leeds City Council said £3.8m of the cash would pay for wall insulation, new doors and windows and low-carbon heating. Upgrades are planned in privately-owned and rented housing, funding by the government’s Warm Homes Local Grant.
- [Bradford flats scheme back on track as developer proves work began before deadline](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-flats-scheme-back-on-track-as-developer-proves-work-began-before-deadline/) - Work on a major residential and retail development could finally begin soon – over three years after plans were first approved. In August 2022 Bradford Council approved a planning application to redevelop a car park site at the corner of Clarges Street and Little Horton Lane. A planning application by AMAFHH Investments set out plans
- [Repairs to historic Lower Kirkgate buildings delayed until new year after collapse](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/repairs-to-historic-lower-kirkgate-buildings-delayed-until-new-year-after-collapse/) - Repairs to crumbling buildings on a historic city centre street may not begin until next year. Leeds City Council hoped a 16-week programme of safety works on Lower Kirkgate would start by the end of September. The road near the city’s Corn Exchange has been closed to traffic since the partial collapse of one of
- [Bradford Council to auction semi-rural Thornton land as part of asset sell-off](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-to-auction-semi-rural-thornton-land-as-part-of-asset-sell-off/) - A plot of Council owned land in a “semi-rural” area of the district will be sold at auction next month. The four-acre site off Green Lane in Thornton is one of over 150 assets Bradford Council has decided to sell in a bid to balance its books and avoid bankruptcy. The land currently has a
- [David Hockney’s art to light up Saltaire skies in spectacular drone show](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/david-hockneys-art-to-light-up-saltaire-skies-in-spectacular-drone-show/) - David Hockney’s most famous works will be recreated in the skies above Saltaire as part of a spectacular drone display next week. On Friday, 14 November the free event will be held in Robert’s Park at 5.30pm as part of Bradford’s City of Culture celebrations. Work by the acclaimed artist is on display in nearby
- [Redbridge Council facing £27m budget overspend despite cost-cutting measures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/redbridge-council-facing-27m-budget-overspend-despite-cost-cutting-measures/) - Redbridge Council is set to overspend on its current budget by £27million despite a string of cuts across multiple departments. By the end of the financial year, the town hall will be facing a total overspend of £31m, but this is expected to drop by around £4m through a series of “costed mitigations”. They include
- [Bradford graduates tie the knot before taking on England’s Strongest Man contest](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-graduates-tie-the-knot-before-taking-on-englands-strongest-man-contest/) - A pair of University of Bradford graduates have proven that love and strength truly go hand in hand, celebrating their wedding just weeks before stepping into the spotlight at England’s Strongest Man. George Smith, 27, who studied BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Cyber Security, is preparing to take on some of the country’s biggest names
- [Newham Council housing officer suspected of ‘serious fraud’ involving 35 social homes](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-council-housing-officer-suspected-of-serious-fraud-involving-35-social-homes/) - A Newham Council staff member “manipulated” its housing systems to give 35 homes to people not eligible for them, the town hall has revealed. The council says it uncovered the “serious internal housing fraud” thanks to a whistleblower. It says the housing officer who is suspected of the fraud “immediately resigned” after being confronted. A
- [Bradford Children’s Trust ‘confident’ of saving £40m over next two years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-childrens-trust-confident-of-saving-40m-over-next-two-years/) - The Trust that run’s Bradford’s Children’s Services will save £40 million from its budget in the next two years. Savings will be achieved partly by reducing the number of pricey agency staff working for the Trust. The proposed savings were discussed at a meeting of Bradford Council’s Executive on Tuesday, when Councillors were told the
- [Plans unveiled for new 20m-high 5G telecoms mast in Sunderland neighbourhood](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-unveiled-for-new-20m-high-5g-telecoms-mast-in-sunderland-neighbourhood/) - Plans for a new 20-metre-high telecoms mast to boost 5G coverage on Wearside have been submitted to council development chiefs. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an application for a site off Essen Way near its roundabout junction with Tunstall Road. Applicant EE Limited has applied for permission for “the removal of 1no. 15.2m
- [Refurbishment planned for York Way Estate after years of lift breakdowns and disrepair](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/refurbishment-planned-for-york-way-estate-after-years-of-lift-breakdowns-and-disrepair/) - Jackie Doolan has lived on the York Way Estate for most of her life, which she said used to be 'the envy of people'. Permission to use for all LDRS partners. Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga/MyLondon. A North London estate where residents have repeatedly railed against issues including lift breakdowns is to undergo a refurbishment. Some of
- [Ask Your Pharmacist Week: Londoners urged to ‘Think Pharmacy First’ as campaign highlights faster access to treatment](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ask-your-pharmacist-week-londoners-urged-to-think-pharmacy-first-as-campaign-highlights-faster-access-to-treatment/) - Londoners are being urged to make better use of their local pharmacy for everyday health needs as part of Ask Your Pharmacist Week, a national campaign supported by the NHS and community pharmacy leaders. The campaign highlights how community pharmacists can now treat a range of seven common conditions, including sore throats, ear infections and
- [£700k funding boost to help more Leeds residents overcome health barriers to work](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/700k-funding-boost-to-help-more-leeds-residents-overcome-health-barriers-to-work/) - Hundreds of Leeds residents who have been unable to work due to health conditions are set to benefit from a new £700,000 investment aimed at breaking down barriers to employment. The funding, managed by Leeds City Council’s Employment and Skills Service, will support more than 500 residents across the city who are economically inactive because of
- [Immersive iGloo brings Bradford’s memories to life for people with dementia](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/immersive-igloo-brings-bradfords-memories-to-life-for-people-with-dementia/) - A pioneering project at the University of Bradford is using immersive technology to help people with dementia reconnect with their past and improve their wellbeing, by surrounding them with images, sounds, and memories of the city they call home. The initiative, titled ‘Back to Bradford: An Immersive Experience,’ invites participants into the University’s seven-metre iGloo,
- [Experts urge caution as Bonfire Night approaches, safety first to prevent tragedy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/experts-urge-caution-as-bonfire-night-approaches-safety-first-to-prevent-tragedy/) - With Bonfire Night celebrations taking place across the country this week and into the weekend, health and safety experts are urging the public to celebrate responsibly. High Speed Training, a leading Yorkshire-based provider of online health and safety courses, has issued a list of practical tips to help ensure that bonfire and fireworks displays remain
- [West Yorkshire’s Weaver Network takes next steps with Kirklees the first to benefit](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshires-weaver-network-takes-next-steps-with-kirklees-the-first-to-benefit/) - A multi-million pound investment in a new fleet of publicly owned, zero emission electric buses has been approved by West Yorkshire’s council leaders, and Kirklees will be among the first to benefit. A new region-wide franchised network will see bus fares, routes and timetables set by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, forming a key part
- [Kirklees Council sets out ambitious plan as hundreds housed in temporary accommodation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-sets-out-ambitious-plan-as-hundreds-housed-in-temporary-accommodation/) - Though hundreds of homeless households remain in temporary accommodation across Kirklees, “real progress” has been made in reducing the numbers, council bosses have said. on 3 November, a meeting of Kirklees Council’s Growth and Regeneration Scrutiny Panel heard an update on the local authority’s progress in tackling the demand for temporary accommodation, including bed and
- [New York style approach to support more rough sleepers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-york-style-approach-to-support-more-rough-sleepers/) - A scheme to help homeless people off the streets – inspired by work done in New York, will be expanded in Bradford to help an extra 10 rough sleepers. The Housing First initiative was initially piloted in Bradford in 2018, to support people across the district who have the most complex needs and who have
- [Campaign group suggests new rail service "wish list"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/campaign-group-suggests-new-rail-service-wish-list/) - A campaign group has called for new train services between Bradford and Sheffield, saying train users need “big improvements now.” The Halifax and District Rail Action Group believes a service of through trains from Bradford, Halifax, Elland and Brighouse, via Mirfield then via Barnsley or Wakefield – to Sheffield, could be a game changer for
- [Tributes paid to long standing Councillor who has died](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tributes-paid-to-long-standing-councillor-who-has-died/) - A long-standing Councillor whose artwork celebrating Captain Tom and the Tour De France helped brighten up the District has died. Conservative Councillor Russell Brown represented the Worth Valley ward on Bradford Council for 15 years, and his colleagues have said they were “devastated” to hear of his death. Cllr Brown was an active member of
- [11 bed HMO "would not provide an acceptable standard of living"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/11-bed-hmo-would-not-provide-an-acceptable-standard-of-living/) - Plans to turn a house overlooking a Bradford park into an 11-bed HMO have been refused, as some rooms “would not provide an acceptable standard of living.” 5 Selbourne Villas, opposite Lister Park and in the North Park Road Conservation Area, is currently a seven-bedroom house. Earlier this year Selborne Property Developments Ltd submitted a
- [Upper floors of former Bradford department store could finally become apartments](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/upper-floors-of-former-bradford-department-store-could-finally-become-apartments/) - Fresh plans to turn the upper floors of a landmark Bradford building into flats have been submitted to Bradford Council. The former Brown Muffs department store was built on the corner of Ivegate and Market Street in 1870, and was known more recently as Rackhams. One of Bradford city centre’s most popular shops, the store
- [Councils commit £10m to long-awaited bridge linking Canning Town and Poplar](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councils-commit-10m-to-long-awaited-bridge-linking-canning-town-and-poplar/) - A long-hoped-for footbridge across the River Lea could be built in 2027, after nearly £10million was put up by two councils to fund it. The Mayer Parry Bridge would connect the Leaway footpath in Canning Town with Leven Road in Poplar, with plans to build it having been in the works since at least 2021.
- [Forest Gate baker fights Newham Council order to shut home business](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/forest-gate-baker-fights-newham-council-order-to-shut-home-business/) - A baker is fighting Newham Council’s order to stop running her business from her home. Fatima Yusuf says she has been running her cake business, The Bakeress, since 2010 from her home kitchen in Claremont Road, Forest Gate, where she lives with her mum. But now the council has ordered her to stop as she
- [Residents protest outside Harrow Council over “damp, mould and spiralling rents”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-protest-outside-harrow-council-over-damp-mould-and-spiralling-rents/) - A group of residents held a protest outside a North London council’s offices demanding the local authority do more to tackle the borough’s “housing crisis”. The campaign group raised concerns about damp and mould in council properties, private rental costs and an alleged lack of enforcement action against “rogue landlords”. Organised by Harrow Healthy Homes,
- [The Music of Star Wars set to bring galactic symphony to Bradford Live](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-music-of-star-wars-set-to-bring-galactic-symphony-to-bradford-live/) - Bradford Live will host an out-of-this-world concert next spring when the Orchestra of Opera North performs The Music of Star Wars on Sunday 3 May 2026, bringing the power of a 70-piece symphony orchestra to one of cinema’s most iconic soundtracks. Timed perfectly ahead of Star Wars Day (“May the Fourth”), the performance will take
- [Bradford Energy Network to cut University’s carbon footprint by 90%](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-energy-network-to-cut-universitys-carbon-footprint-by-90/) - A pioneering city-wide heat network is set to transform how buildings across Bradford are powered, with the University of Bradford at its core. The Bradford Energy Network (BEN), developed by low-carbon infrastructure firm 1Energy, will slash the University’s carbon emissions by 90% while supporting the city’s wider sustainability goals. Valued at £75 million, the project
- [Ancient cauldron discovered in Leeds wall reveals city’s eerie Victorian rituals](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ancient-cauldron-discovered-in-leeds-wall-reveals-citys-eerie-victorian-rituals/) - A mysterious iron cauldron believed to have been hidden inside the walls of a Victorian house in Chapeltown more than 100 years ago has been revealed by curators at Leeds Museums and Galleries. The unusual find, now part of the city’s permanent collection, sheds light on an age-old custom where people concealed ritual objects in
- [Bradford’s oldest street to benefit from new heritage shopfront restoration scheme](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-oldest-street-to-benefit-from-new-heritage-shopfront-restoration-scheme/) - Owners of buildings on Ivegate can now apply for support to help turn tacky shopfronts into frontages befitting one of the city’s oldest streets. Last year, a section of Bradford city centre was given a Heritage Action Zone (HAZ) classification by Historic England. The designation came with £2 million funding over three years for refurbishments
- [Leeds Council plans roof repairs for historic Chapel Allerton Primary School](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-council-plans-roof-repairs-for-historic-chapel-allerton-primary-school/) - A historic primary school will have its roof fixed under plans for much-needed repairs. Work to replace slates and fit roof insulation is proposed for Grade II-listed Chapel Allerton Primary School. Leeds City Council council is planning to carry out the repair scheme, which requires listed building consent. A planning report said historic features at
- [West Yorkshire bus passenger numbers drop sharply, prompting calls for public control](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-bus-passenger-numbers-drop-sharply-prompting-calls-for-public-control/) - A BIG decline in bus patronage in West Yorkshire “came as a shock” to transport bosses – Councillors have been told. The number of people using the region’s bus network this past summer was eight per cent lower than Summer 2024. This meant there were 2.3m fewer bus journeys in the “Quarter 2” three-month period
- [London councils criticised over damp and mould failures as Awaab’s Law comes into force](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-councils-criticised-over-damp-and-mould-failures-as-awaabs-law-comes-into-force/) - Several London councils have been called out for taking months and years to fix damp and mould in people’s homes, in the same week Awaab’s Law comes into effect. A Housing Ombudsman Richard Blakeway boss on Tuesday released his latest report into critical failings involving damp and mould, including cases where carpets were wet to
- [By-election date confirmed for Darlington’s Red Hall and Lingfield ward](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/by-election-date-confirmed-for-darlingtons-red-hall-and-lingfield-ward/) - A by-election to fill a vacant seat held by a former Labour councillor in Darlington will be held in December. Darlington Borough Council confirmed that a vote will take place in the Red Hall and Lingfield ward on Thursday, December 11. Former councillor Amanda Riley stood down from the role in October due to ill-health.
- [Bradford leader welcomes launch of new UK Town of Culture competition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-leader-welcomes-launch-of-new-uk-town-of-culture-competition/) - The Leader of Bradford Council, Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe, has welcomed the Government’s announcement of a new UK Town of Culture competition, saying it highlights how culture-led regeneration can create lasting benefits across cities, towns and rural communities alike. Her comments came as the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) confirmed that the first Town
- [Keighley & Worth Valley Railway’s Water Tower Visitor Centre shortlisted for national award](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/keighley-worth-valley-railways-water-tower-visitor-centre-shortlisted-for-national-award/) - The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway’s Water Tower Visitor Centre has been shortlisted for a top honour at this year’s National Railway Heritage Awards, recognising one of Yorkshire’s most distinctive heritage restoration projects. The Grade II-listed building, which stands at the south-western end of Keighley Station’s Platform Four, was first built by the Midland Railway
- [Premier Inn in Drighlington seeks to add 43 new bedrooms in major expansion plan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/premier-inn-in-drighlington-seeks-to-add-43-new-bedrooms-in-major-expansion-plan/) - More than 40 bedrooms could be added to a budget hotel under plans to build an extension. Leeds City Council has been asked for planning permission to upgrade the Premier Inn on Wakefield Road in Drighlington. The addition of 43 bedrooms in a two-storey extension would see the red brick hotel expanded to 103 rooms.
- [Government inquiry into 227-acre Burnhope solar farm adjourned after council notification error](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/government-inquiry-into-227-acre-burnhope-solar-farm-adjourned-after-council-notification-error/) - A proposal to build the solar farm by the applicant, Lightsource BP, to the north of Burnhope, near Lanchester, was approved by Durham County Council’s planning committee in March despite hundreds of objections from locals. Campaigners against a solar farm on their doorstep have criticised a council’s lack of notice ahead of a key planning
- [Plans submitted for ‘spacious’ dormer bungalow on former allotment site in Hetton](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-submitted-for-spacious-dormer-bungalow-on-former-allotment-site-in-hetton/) - Plans to build a “spacious” dormer bungalow at an allotments site on the outskirts of Sunderland have been submitted to council development bosses. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an application for land located behind Derwent Street off the A182 in the Hetton ward. The address is listed on the council’s planning portal website
- [NHS in north-east London still behind on £367m savings target despite “improved position”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nhs-in-north-east-london-still-behind-on-367m-savings-target-despite-improved-position/) - The NHS body overseeing healthcare in north-east London is still behind on cuts it needs to make. NHS North East London (NEL) says it is on track to balance its budget, which will require saving £367million by the financial year’s end. The integrated care board (ICB) will need to save a total of £37.8m, while
- [Kim McGuinness and Andy Burnham urge Government to guarantee real living wage for care workers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kim-mcguinness-and-andy-burnham-urge-government-to-guarantee-real-living-wage-for-care-workers/) - North East mayor Kim McGuinness at the launch of the Great North in Leeds. Photo: LDRS. Free to reuse for all LDR partners. The North East mayor has urged the Government to guarantee all care workers in England a real living wage. Kim McGuinness and Greater Manchester counterpart Andy Burnham have demanded immediate action to
- [Yorkshire’s EV charge points surge by 26% in a year, topping UK average](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/yorkshires-ev-charge-points-surge-by-26-in-a-year-topping-uk-average/) - Yorkshire and the Humber has seen a 25.8% increase in public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints over the past year, the fastest rate of growth outside London, according to new government figures. Data published by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows 861 new chargers were installed between October 2024 and October 2025, bringing the regional total
- [One in five UK adults still concerned about sexual harassment at work, study finds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/one-in-five-uk-adults-still-concerned-about-sexual-harassment-at-work-study-finds/) - A year after the Worker Protection Act came into force, a new study has revealed that one in five UK adults are still worried about sexual harassment in the workplace, with one in ten saying they have personally witnessed inappropriate behaviour at work in the past year. The Act, which became law in October 2024,
- [Behind the Lights: Meet the Artists Powering BD: is LIT 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/behind-the-lights-meet-the-artists-powering-bd-is-lit-2025/) - With less than two weeks to go until the BD: is LIT festival weekend on 7 and 8 November, anticipation is building for one of the most dazzling highlights of Bradford’s City of Culture year. The festival will transform the city centre into a glowing landscape of light, sound and storytelling, featuring 18 artists and
- [The pedestrianisation of Bradford city centre has won an international award](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-pedestrianisation-of-bradford-city-centre-has-won-an-international-award/) - The pedestrianisation of a huge swathe of Bradford city centre has won another award. Work that has seen areas like Bridge Street, Hall Ings and Market Street transformed from busy streets to parks and pedestrian areas was recognised with an award at the international Healthy City Design Congress, which was held at The Lowry in
- ["Encouraging" finance update is down to skill of officers, not Council leaders - opposition claims](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/encouraging-finance-update-is-down-to-skill-of-officers-not-council-leaders-opposition-claims/) - “Encouraging” figures on Bradford Council’s financial recovery are down to “the competency of officers” rather than the ruling Labour group – an opposition Councillor has claimed. Earlier this week Bradford Council released its latest financial report, which showed that although the Council still faces years’ of borrowing and asset sales before it is able to
- [Shortlist revealed for 2025 Yorkshire Asian Young Achiever Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/shortlist-revealed-for-2025-yorkshire-asian-young-achiever-awards/) - The shortlist for the Yorkshire Asian Young Achiever Awards 2025 (YAYAs) has been announced, celebrating the region’s most inspiring young people of South Asian heritage who have overcome challenges to achieve success in their chosen fields. Organised by the QED Foundation, the awards recognise individuals aged 16 to 35 who were born, live, or work
- [Bradford unites in pink for 5K walk raising awareness of breast cancer](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-unites-in-pink-for-5k-walk-raising-awareness-of-breast-cancer/) - Bradford turned pink this October as residents came together in Lister Park for the Imran Khan Cancer Appeal (IKCA) 5K Pink Walk, marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event saw families, friends, and supporters from across the community walk side by side to honour those affected by breast cancer and raise awareness of early detection
- [Penguin launches 10th WriteNow programme to champion under-represented writers in children’s books](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/penguin-launches-10th-writenow-programme-to-champion-under-represented-writers-in-childrens-books/) - Penguin Random House UK has opened applications for its 10th annual WriteNow programme, an award-winning initiative that seeks to find, mentor, and publish writers from backgrounds currently under-represented on British bookshelves. This year’s programme focuses exclusively on children’s books, offering a platform for new authors working on picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade fiction or
- [Developer sought for £330m plan to transform Newcastle’s Forth Yards into new riverside neighbourhood](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/developer-sought-for-330m-plan-to-transform-newcastles-forth-yards-into-new-riverside-neighbourhood/) - The hunt is on for a developer who can deliver a vast regeneration vision hailed as a “generational opportunity” to shape the future of Newcastle over the next two decades.. After a huge funding boost was confirmed earlier this year to finally kickstart development on the Quayside West site, Homes England has now launched its
- [Durham councillor runs 100 miles in 24 hours to raise funds for new school playground](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/durham-councillor-runs-100-miles-in-24-hours-to-raise-funds-for-new-school-playground/) - A County Durham councillor is running 100 miles in 24 hours to fundraise for a new school playground. Kyle Genner, Reform member for Bowburn and Coxhoe ward, has teamed up with parent George Hesler to take on the challenge as part of efforts to replace the deteriorating play equipment at Kelloe Primary School. Parents have
- [“Disappointing” response to Bradford Council survey shaping future of district’s libraries](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/disappointing-response-to-bradford-council-survey-shaping-future-of-districts-libraries/) - The future of Bradford’s libraries service will be influenced by the views of just over 900 people, many of them pensioners, after a “disappointing” response to a public survey. A public consultation into Bradford Council’s library strategy, which will shape how the District’s libraries operate for the next five years, was held over the Summer.
- [Sunderland student accommodation plan refused over noise and odour concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sunderland-student-accommodation-plan-refused-over-noise-and-odour-concerns/) - Plans for student accommodation above a restaurant site in Sunderland city centre have been refused by council development chiefs over noise fears. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has blocked an application for 15 Waterloo Place, which sits on the corner with Blandford Street and near the city’s central rail station. The corner retail unit was
- [Contractor appointed for major upgrade of Leeds’ Fearnville Leisure Centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/contractor-appointed-for-major-upgrade-of-leeds-fearnville-leisure-centre/) - A leisure centre upgrade is set to take a step forward with the appointment of a building contractor. Ageing Fearnville Leisure Centre in Gipton will be replaced with new facilities under the project by Leeds City Council. The council said an unnamed building firm had successfully tendered for work on the project, which will bring
- [Councillor slams “unbelievably low” number of affordable homes in massive Beckton Riverside development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-slams-unbelievably-low-number-of-affordable-homes-in-massive-beckton-riverside-development/) - Plans to build almost 3,000 homes in Beckton have been approved despite being slammed for having an “unbelievably low” number of affordable homes. The first phase of the Beckton Riverside development will see 2,977 homes built between Armada Way and Atlantis Avenue, but only 185 of them (6.2%) allocated for social rent, with no other
- [Durham councillor slams Arriva survey as “impossible choice” over key County Durham bus route](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/durham-councillor-slams-arriva-survey-as-impossible-choice-over-key-county-durham-bus-route/) - A regional bus operator has been accused of isolating residents through potential changes to a key County Durham bus route. Arriva is surveying the public on plans to alter the X22 service, from Peterlee to Middlesbrough – following continued concerns from passengers. The current route was set in July 2023 after the bus operator scrapped
- [Shipley takeaway makes fresh bid to open until 1am amid “competitive” night-time economy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/shipley-takeaway-makes-fresh-bid-to-open-until-1am-amid-competitive-night-time-economy/) - A Shipley take away has made another bid to open into the early hours of the morning due to the town’s “very competitive” evening economy. In 2014 Bradford Council granted planning permission for a new take away unit and flats on Market Street, next to the town’s Costa. One of the conditions is that the
- [Plans submitted for new industrial units off major Bradford road](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-submitted-for-new-industrial-units-off-major-bradford-road/) - New units could be built at a Bradford industrial site if plans submitted to Bradford Council area approved. A planning application to construct seven light industrial units at Victoria Works on Rook Lane, just off Rooley Lane, have been submitted this week. The plans would also see an existing tyre unit on the site expanded.
- [British Asian Rugby Association secures National Lottery funding to celebrate community heritage in sport](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/british-asian-rugby-association-secures-national-lottery-funding-to-celebrate-community-heritage-in-sport/) - The British Asian Rugby Association (BARA) has been awarded £99,763 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver its landmark heritage project, Beyond the Try Line, Celebrating Community Heritage in Rugby. The project marks a major step in recognising and preserving the under-represented history of British Asian participation in rugby across the UK. It will
- [Lumo parent company FirstGroup unveils plans to turbo-charge UK rail with new open access routes](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lumo-parent-company-firstgroup-unveils-plans-to-turbo-charge-uk-rail-with-new-open-access-routes/) - FirstGroup plc, the owner of Lumo, has announced bold new plans to expand its open access rail services, a move designed to improve national connectivity, deliver sustainable travel options, and support regional growth. The proposals, submitted to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), outline three major route developments and a £300 million investment in new
- [One in Six Takeaway Meals Cooked in ‘Dark Kitchens’, Hygiene Expert Sounds Alarm](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/one-in-six-takeaway-meals-cooked-in-dark-kitchens-hygiene-expert-sounds-alarm/) - A growing number of meals ordered online in England now come from so-called “dark kitchens” , delivery-only food facilities operating without a physical restaurant front. New analysis by Sheffield Hallam University estimates that these online kitchens now make up around 15% of all food retailers on major delivery platforms. The findings have prompted calls for
- [Bradford City Library launches new Code Club to spark young digital minds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-city-library-launches-new-code-club-to-spark-young-digital-minds/) - A new Code Club launching at Bradford City Library this autumn will give children and young people the chance to explore coding and digital creativity in a fun, friendly environment. Run by Bradford Libraries in partnership with the University of Leeds, the pilot initiative aims to inspire curiosity about technology while building skills and confidence
- [OPINION: A Wedding or a Circus?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-a-wedding-or-a-circus/) - It is wedding season again. You do not need an invitation to notice it. Open your window late at night, and you will hear the bang of fireworks at one or two in the morning. You will see flashes lighting up the sky or be startled by convoys of sports cars tearing through the streets
- [OPINION: Bradford’s year of culture: Was it really worth it?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/opinion-bradfords-year-of-culture-was-it-really-worth-it/) - Bradford’s year as the UK City of Culture is almost over. The lights will soon go out, the banners will come down, and life will return to normal. But what, in truth, will we have to show for it? This is the question many people in Bradford are asking. For months, we have heard grand
- [Bradford marks 220th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar with city parade](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-marks-220th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-trafalgar-with-city-parade/) - Bradford city centre will host a Trafalgar Day Parade this weekend to mark the 220th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar, with more than 170 cadets from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate, including members of Bradford’s own TS Aurora Sea Cadets, taking part in the commemorations. The event, organised by the North District Sea Cadets,
- [Feltham mum says council is “putting disabled daughter’s life at risk” in unsuitable home](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/feltham-mum-says-council-is-putting-disabled-daughters-life-at-risk-in-unsuitable-home/) - A West London mum fears for her daughter’s life because her social home is not suitably adapted to her daughter’s complex care needs. She says the council has cut her care provisions against medical advice. Halima Khatun lives in Feltham with her three children, including five-year-old Amelia, who lives with 15 different health conditions. This
- [Former Stratford East Picture house to be transformed into children’s indoor activity park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-stratford-east-picture-house-to-be-transformed-into-childrens-indoor-activity-park/) - An empty cinema building in Stratford is set to be turned into a children’s activity park. Newham Council will lease the former Stratford East Picture house in Great Eastern Way to Oxygen Active play. Proposals say the company will turn the building into an “indoor activity park for families including a café, trampolining, climbing and
- [Newcastle councillors warn of “growing concern” as more young people fall out of education and work](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-councillors-warn-of-growing-concern-as-more-young-people-fall-out-of-education-and-work/) - There is “growing concern” about the number of Newcastle youngsters falling out of work or education. City leaders have expressed mounting worries about the number of young people, especially those from poorer areas and vulnerable groups, who are not in education, employment or training (NEET). According to latest Government data, 6.9% of 16 or 17-year-olds
- [Shipley’s refurbished Kirkgate Centre launches as live music venue after £3m transformation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/shipleys-refurbished-kirkgate-centre-launches-as-live-music-venue-after-3m-transformation/) - A community centre that has been transformed with millions of pounds of regeneration funding will begin hosting live music, with the first concert on Friday. And with bands from around the UK and abroad booked to play there in the coming months, it is hoped the venue will help put Shipley on the musical map.
- [Sunderland Council blocks plan for new HMO above shop on busy Hylton Road](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sunderland-council-blocks-plan-for-new-hmo-above-shop-on-busy-hylton-road/) - Plans for a house in multiple occupation (HMO) above a shop in a busy Sunderland street have been blocked by council development bosses. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has refused an application for space above 20 Hylton Road, near the Hylton Road roundabout. The address is listed on the council’s website as ‘flat 20’ and
- [Leeds unveils 10-year vision to deliver £20bn growth and 100,000 new jobs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-unveils-10-year-vision-to-deliver-20bn-growth-and-100000-new-jobs/) - City Council has launched a 10-year Economic Vision and Delivery Plan designed to generate £20 billion in economic growth and create 100,000 new jobs across the city by 2035. The plan, framed by the national Industrial Strategy and the West Yorkshire Growth Plan, builds on two decades of steady growth and positions Leeds as a
- [Bradford Science Festival returns with ‘Future World’ theme for City of Culture year](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-science-festival-returns-with-future-world-theme-for-city-of-culture-year/) - Bradford Science Festival returns this October half-term with its most ambitious programme to date, an immersive city-wide celebration of science, creativity and imagination marking Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture 2025. Running from 25 October to 2 November, the festival will animate venues across the district with interactive zones themed around the Future World:
- [Power of storytelling shines at British Library festival](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/power-of-storytelling-shines-at-british-library-festival/) - A celebration of creativity, culture, and compassion took centre stage at the British Library on Saturday 4 October, as publishers Author In Me (AIM) hosted a storytelling and publishing festival with the theme “Challenge Your Choices.” The event brought together writers, readers, and industry professionals for a day of inspiration, featuring masterclasses on publishing and
- [Let’s break our community’s silence around breast cancer](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lets-break-our-communitys-silence-around-breast-cancer/) - When Praveen was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer in March last year, she recalls being a bit worried about telling her mother about it and how she may react. Her memories of speaking to people who had been diagnosed with cancer a couple of decades ago were often couched in expressions of shame and
- [Bradford Council's adult social care services awarded "good" rating by CQC](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-councils-adult-social-care-services-awarded-good-rating-by-cqc/) - Bradford Council’s Adult Services Department has been judged “good” by the Care Quality Commission, with the inspection body saying they found a “strong focus on reducing inequalities in one of England’s most deprived areas.” The results of the first CQC inspection into the Council’s service has been published today (Friday) following an inspection in April.
- [Thousands dazzled as Light Night Leeds transforms the city](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thousands-dazzled-as-light-night-leeds-transforms-the-city/) - Leeds City Centre was transformed into a glowing gallery of light, sound and imagination as Light Night Leeds 2025 drew thousands of visitors to experience one of the city’s biggest cultural events of the year. This year’s theme, Landmarks, saw historic buildings and modern architecture reimagined through light-based artworks from across the world, each piece
- [Weaver Network: Multi-million pound investment in publicly-owned bus fleet approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/weaver-network-multi-million-pound-investment-in-publicly-owned-bus-fleet-approved/) - A landmark investment in a publicly owned fleet of zero-emission electric buses has been approved by West Yorkshire’s council leaders, marking a major step in bringing bus services under local control. The £30 million deposit approved by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) will secure delivery of the first vehicles in time for the launch
- [Huddersfield MP Harpreet Uppal urges government to step up fight against knife crime after local tragedy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-mp-harpreet-uppal-urges-government-to-step-up-fight-against-knife-crime-after-local-tragedy/) - Huddersfield MP Harpreet Uppal is calling on the government to increase its efforts to tackle serious violence and knife crime in light of devastating local incidents. Ms Uppal raised the matter at Prime Minister’s questions, speaking of its importance to local people. Here, she paid tribute to Ahmad Mamdouh Al Ibrahim, who was tragically killed
- [Kirklees Council under fire for new estate-maintenance charge](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-under-fire-for-new-estate-maintenance-charge/) - Kirklees Council is facing criticism over a new weekly grounds-maintenance service charge that will be levied on council tenants from November, with opposition councillors warning the policy creates a “two-tier system” on mixed-tenure estates. Approved by Cabinet in July 2025, the change allows the council to add up to £1 per week to tenants’ rent
- [Daughters of Eve Conference 2025 explores mental health and wellbeing through an Islamic lens](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/daughters-of-eve-conference-2025-explores-mental-health-and-wellbeing-through-an-islamic-lens/) - The Muslim Women’s Council welcomed more than 200 women from across the UK to Bradford for the 2025 Daughters of Eve Conference, a day-long programme at Heaton Mount exploring “Mental Health & Wellbeing: An Islamic Perspective.” The event combined expert insight, lived experience and performance to normalise conversations about mental health and share practical approaches
- [Durham councillors back ‘Maya’s Law’ campaign to strengthen child protection after toddler’s death](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/durham-councillors-back-mayas-law-campaign-to-strengthen-child-protection-after-toddlers-death/) - Councillors have backed calls for a new law to protect children after the tragic death of a County Durham toddler. The Maya’s Law campaign has been launched by the family of two-year-old Maya Chappell, who died in September 2022 after being violently shaken by her mother’s partner, Michael Daymond, in Shotton Colliery. Maya’s great aunt
- [Kirklees Council rules out debate on Huddersfield Giants’ stadium plan after petition falls short](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-rules-out-debate-on-huddersfield-giants-stadium-plan-after-petition-falls-short/) - A debate will not be held on the future of a Huddersfield Giants stadium despite thousands of signatures on a petition. Huddersfield Giants fans have urged the local authority to “do the right thing” and allow the council-owned former gasworks, sitting off St Andrew’s Road, to be developed into a stadium for the Super League
- [Durham councillors approve new freedom of expression protections despite warnings over offensive language](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/durham-councillors-approve-new-freedom-of-expression-protections-despite-warnings-over-offensive-language/) - A bid to change free speech laws for councillors in County Durham has been approved. Reform UK’s proposal to strengthen freedom of expression protections in the code of conduct for elected members was approved by Durham County Council on Wednesday, 22 October following a passionate debate from councillors. The move was spearheaded by the council’s
- [Bradford Council welcomes Government pledge to create 400,000 green energy jobs by 2030](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-welcomes-government-pledge-to-create-400000-green-energy-jobs-by-2030/) - Bradford Council has welcomed the Government’s announcement that up to 400,000 green energy jobs will be created by 2030. Over the weekend Government announced its plans to train “the next generation of clean energy workers”, hoping to double the amount of people employed in the sector in the next five years. Bradford is expected to
- [Final chance in 2025 to explore Bradford Cathedral’s historic textiles](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/final-chance-in-2025-to-explore-bradford-cathedrals-historic-textiles/) - Bradford Cathedral is inviting visitors to take a closer look at one of the city’s hidden artistic treasures as it hosts the final Ecclesiastical Textiles Tours of 2025 on Saturday 8 November. The special guided tours will offer a rare chance to view the Cathedral’s exquisite collection of embroidered and woven textiles, some of which
- [Leeds and Sheffield leaders unite to demand rail investment between Yorkshire’s biggest cities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-and-sheffield-leaders-unite-to-demand-rail-investment-between-yorkshires-biggest-cities/) - Political and business leaders from Leeds and Sheffield are joining forces to push for “transformational rail investment” linking Yorkshire’s two largest cities. Leeds City Council leader Councillor James Lewis and Sheffield City Council leader Councillor Tom Hunt will travel to Westminster this week with West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin and South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard,
- [Bradford Hospitals’ Ramadan Allies project wins national award for inclusivity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-hospitals-ramadan-allies-project-wins-national-award-for-inclusivity/) - A Bradford project that helps Muslim NHS staff observe Ramadan while at work has been recognised with a national equality award. The Ramadan Allies initiative, created by the Spiritual Pastoral and Religious Care (SPaRC) Team at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, won the Impactful Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Champion, Team Award at the APNA
- [Kirklees misses its own deadline on Dewsbury burial land report – Community Alliance demands transparency](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-misses-its-own-deadline-on-dewsbury-burial-land-report-community-alliance-demands-transparency/) - Community Alliance Kirklees has criticised Kirklees Council for missing its commitment to publish the long-awaited Green and Open Spaces (“Green Land”) Report, which was due before Cabinet in October 2025. The report was expected to identify potential new burial-land sites in Dewsbury and Batley. Earlier this year, council officers informed the Kirklees Bereavement Forum that
- [‘Too many livelihoods depend on our market’: Locals object to Huddersfield Market redevelopment plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/too-many-livelihoods-depend-on-our-market-locals-object-to-huddersfield-market-redevelopment-plans/) - “Too many livelihoods depend on our market”, locals say, as almost 30 objections have been made in response to the council’s latest plans for Huddersfield. Built in 1887, Huddersfield Market, is a Grade II* listed building loved for its decorative cast-iron frame, striking glass roof, and historic character. Kirklees Council secured £16.5m from the government’s
- [Leeds residents urged to get protected with winter vaccinations](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-residents-urged-to-get-protected-with-winter-vaccinations/) - Leeds residents are being encouraged to protect themselves and their families this winter by taking up the offer of free NHS vaccinations against flu and Covid-19. Vaccination remains the most effective way to reduce the risk of serious illness from seasonal viruses. Protection from previous vaccinations decreases over time, and viruses evolve annually, making yearly
- [Bradford food shop prosecuted for selling out-of-date food](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-food-shop-prosecuted-for-selling-out-of-date-food/) - A Bradford food retailer has been fined after Trading Standards officers discovered food items more than five months past their use-by date. On Friday 17 October 2025, at Bradford Magistrates’ Court, Taha Ali Said, of SAN FOODS, was fined £833, ordered to pay £1,898.88 in prosecution costs, and a £333 victim surcharge, after pleading guilty
- [Thornhill Community Academy marks fifth annual restart a Heart Day with lifesaving CPR training](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/thornhill-community-academy-marks-fifth-annual-restart-a-heart-day-with-lifesaving-cpr-training/) - Thornhill Community Academy has celebrated a major milestone, its fifth year of participating in Restart a Heart Day, a national initiative aimed at teaching young people vital CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) skills. Organised in collaboration with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS), the event continues to grow each year, empowering students with the confidence and competence to
- [Record-number of discoveries unearthed at Bremenium Fort, High Rochester](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/record-number-of-discoveries-unearthed-at-bremenium-fort-high-rochester/) - The fifth consecutive year of archaeological excavations at Bremenium Fort, High Rochester, in Northumberland National Park has delivered its most remarkable season yet, unearthing a record number of artefacts and structural remains. Supported by funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project led by the Redesdale Archaeological Group (RAG) continues to thrive, bringing together
- [Bradford’s Nazim Ali Wins Fifth National Honour at the National Ethnicity Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-nazim-ali-wins-fifth-national-honour-at-the-national-ethnicity-awards/) - Bradford’s multi-award-winning community leader Nazim Ali has added another national accolade to his long list of achievements, winning the Outstanding Contribution to Communities Award at the 2025 National Ethnicity Awards. The high-profile ceremony, held on Thursday 16 October at the London Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square, recognised individuals and organisations working to advance diversity, inclusion and
- [Heartfelt tributes to ex-deputy council leader](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/heartfelt-tributes-to-ex-deputy-council-leader/) - Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a Labour councillor and former deputy leader of Sunderland City Council described by colleagues as a “stalwart”, “vigilant campaigner” and “brilliant ambassador for the city.” Claire Rowntree was first elected to the city council in May, 2018, to the Hetton ward and went on to serve as deputy council
- [North East mayor calls for Lumiere U-turn after shock at decision to end 'phenomenal' light festival](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-mayor-calls-for-lumiere-u-turn-after-shock-at-decision-to-end-phenomenal-light-festival/) - The North East mayor has called for a U-turn on the decision to bring one of the region’s top attractions to an end after this year. It was announced on 16 October that 2025 will be the final edition of Durham’s Lumiere festival. Organisers said that the spectacular light show required “investment and commitment at
- [Kirklees locals fearing exposure to “toxic cocktail” continue fight to be heard](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-locals-fearing-exposure-to-toxic-cocktail-continue-fight-to-be-heard/) - Cleckheaton locals, who fear they have been exposed to a “toxic cocktail” of chemicals including asbestos while living next to a building site, are fighting to have their voices heard. The residents, who live in close proximity to a plot of land at Westgate, Cleckheaton, where 180 homes are being constructed, had wanted to ask
- [Wetherby High School set for re-build](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/wetherby-high-school-set-for-re-build/) - A high school could get new classrooms and sports facilities after plans were drawn up for a rebuild. The Department for Education (DfE) is seeking to demolish existing buildings at Wetherby High School and build a three-storey teaching block. Playing fields and games areas would also be upgraded at the school, one of the oldest
- [Plans for 20-metre 5G mast in Bramley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-for-20-metre-5g-mast-in-bramley/) - A 20-metre mobile phone mast could be erected on a west Leeds street if plans are agreed with the council. The installation on a footpath on Outgang Lane in Bramley would provide network coverage for mobile operators EE and H3G. Council planners have been asked to decide if a proposal to install the equipment can
- [Plan to retain two homes deemed "unauthorised" has been approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-retain-two-homes-deemed-unauthorised-has-been-approved/) - A retrospective application for housing that was built without proper permission has been approved by a planning panel. Plans to build two homes on the car park of the former Delvers pub in Heaton were originally approved by a Bradford Council planning panel in 2015. The houses, just off Quarry Street, have only recently been
- [Leadership failures at Solicitors Regulation Authority exposed in independent review](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leadership-failures-at-solicitors-regulation-authority-exposed-in-independent-review/) - An independent review by the Legal Services Board (LSB) has criticised the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for failing to act decisively on early warnings about the now-collapsed law firm SSB Group Limited, concluding that widespread leadership and procedural failings left thousands of consumers unprotected. The review, published today, examined how the SRA handled more than
- [Over 80,000 people in Yorkshire living with dementia as Alzheimer’s Society shares winter safety advice](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/over-80000-people-in-yorkshire-living-with-dementia-as-alzheimers-society-shares-winter-safety-advice/) - As autumn settles in, Alzheimer’s Society is urging families and neighbours to check in on loved ones living with dementia, offering practical guidance to help them remain comfortable and supported through the darker, colder months. Seasonal changes, especially the upcoming clock change on 26 October, can be confusing for people with dementia. The charity warns
- [Manningham Housing Association praised for innovation and community focus at national housing awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/manningham-housing-association-praised-for-innovation-and-community-focus-at-national-housing-awards/) - Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has been recognised by judges at this year’s Housing Executive Awards, earning Highly Commended status for its work in digital innovation and community involvement achievements that continue to elevate the Bradford-based organisation’s national reputation. In their official adjudication, the judging panel said MHA “stood out among other strong finalists” for how
- [Apartments plan for ‘working professionals’ at listed office building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/apartments-plan-for-working-professionals-at-listed-office-building/) - Plans for new apartments at a listed office building in Sunderland city centre have been submitted to council development bosses. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an application for 58 Frederick Street in the Sunniside area. Applicant Lightfoot Property Developments Limited is seeking permission to convert the Grade II-listed building into three apartments aimed
- [From Dyslexia to Hafiz: How a Dewsbury Man Proved Everyone Wrong](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-dyslexia-to-hafiz-how-a-dewsbury-man-proved-everyone-wrong/) - When Dewsbury-born Mohammad Hussain Patel was a boy, few expected him to achieve much. Partially deaf, asthmatic, struggling with stuttering and poor eyesight, he was labelled a “weak child.” In school, he failed exams, lagged behind in reading and writing, and was constantly bullied. His parents, like many South Asian parents of that generation, worried
- [Bradford councillors clash over Palestine flag row](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-councillors-clash-over-palestine-flag-row/) - A heated exchange has erupted between two Bradford councillors after a fiery debate over the city’s flag protocol and the flying of the Palestinian flag above City Hall. At the Full Council meeting held on Wednesday, 15 October, the Independent Group brought forward a motion on Bradford’s Flag Protocol, a move prompted by Labour’s decision
- [Myth Buster campaign on migration launched across North East](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/myth-buster-campaign-on-migration-launched-across-north-east/) - North East Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have come together to fight disinformation about migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. The ‘Migrant Myth Busters’ campaign seeks to particularly combat statistical falsehoods dubbed “simply untrue”. PCC’s from Durham, Northumbria, and Cleveland, alongside the North East Migration Partnership, have joined forces to counter misconceptions around migration, especially the
- [Asmita Ale: The first Nepalese-origin footballer to sign for a Premier League club](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asmita-ale-the-first-nepalese-origin-footballer-to-sign-for-a-premier-league-club/) - Asmita Ale currently plays for Leicester City in the Women’s Super League, the top division of women’s football in England. The defender has played for three clubs: Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur, and Leicester City during her career. The 23-year-old wrote her name into history six years ago, back when she was playing for Villa. In
- [Northumbria Police chief constable to return to force after brief retirement](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/northumbria-police-chief-constable-to-return-to-force-after-brief-retirement/) - Northumbria Police’s chief constable Vanessa Jardine will return to the force following a short retirement. The top cop said her new tenure would see the biggest technological innovations the force has seen in decades. Chief constable Jardine, who first joined the police back in 1994, will return to her post on 22 October as part
- [Councillors given update on Broadway Shopping Centre sale](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-given-update-on-broadway-shopping-centre-sale/) - The Broadway shopping centre has been in the hands of receivers for over three and a half years – Councillors have been told. But there has “never been the threat of the centre closing.” Late last month it was announced that the shopping centre, which opened almost a decade ago and is home to stores
- [Hundreds back South Woodford restaurant after Home Office finds 'illegal workers'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hundreds-back-south-woodford-restaurant-after-home-office-finds-illegal-workers/) - Hundreds of residents have backed a BBQ restaurant in South Woodford after Home Office agents uncovered alleged illegal workers. The owners of Wood Oven BBQ and Pizzeria, in George Lane, will go before Redbridge Council’s licensing committee next week for a review. In documents submitted to the council, the Home Office said three employees –
- [“She Thrives” event promotes mental health and wellbeing among Bradford’s South Asian women](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/she-thrives-event-promotes-mental-health-and-wellbeing-among-bradfords-south-asian-women/) - Over 50 women came together at the Madressah Khalilya Education Centre last week for “She Thrives”, an event celebrating and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of South Asian women in Bradford. The event, held on 11 October, was hosted by the Human Relief Foundation in partnership with the Roshni Women’s Group. Attendees included Councillor
- [Regional leaders to discuss how new UK-India business relationship can benefit women in trade](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/regional-leaders-to-discuss-how-new-uk-india-business-relationship-can-benefit-women-in-trade/) - Business, policy and academic leaders from across West Yorkshire will gather in Leeds on 16 October to explore how the gender chapter of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) could transform opportunities for women in trade. Hosted by law firm Womble Bond Dickinson with support from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, the half-day event will
- [Rare archival Palestinian film clips to screen for first time in decades at Leeds Event](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rare-archival-palestinian-film-clips-to-screen-for-first-time-in-decades-at-leeds-event/) - Nearly fifty years after they were believed to have been lost or destroyed, fragments of films made by the Palestine Film Unit during the 1970s and early 1980s will be screened in Leeds this weekend. The event, titled Militant Palestinian Cinema… In a Day, will take place on 18 October at Hyde Park Picture House. It
- [Inquiry to determine fate of Brick Lane redevelopment begins](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/inquiry-to-determine-fate-of-brick-lane-redevelopment-begins/) - Campaigners, developers and Tower Hamlets Council all made their cases at the opening day of the Brick Lane planning inquiry on 14 Ocotober. The inquiry will determine applications to redevelop three sites on and around Brick Lane, after property owner Truman Estates and Zeloof LLP appealed to the government’s Planning Inspectorate to decide whether they
- [New Huddersfield town centre world buffet plans revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-huddersfield-town-centre-world-buffet-plans-revealed/) - A world buffet could be coming to a former Huddersfield town centre supermarket as new plans are revealed. The application from ‘Home Huddersfield Ltd’ relates to the old Farmfoods at Market Street in the centre of town which permanently closed in September 2023. It seeks permission to change the use of the building to a
- [Huddersfield birth centre re-opening off the table due to capacity issues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-birth-centre-re-opening-off-the-table-due-to-capacity-issues/) - Plans to re-open Huddersfield’s Birth Centre are currently off the table due to capacity issues. The facility first closed its doors in March 2020 as a “temporary” measure when the pandemic took hold. Now, over five years later the centre is still yet to be brought back into use with this unable to be considered
- [Dewsbury arcade restoration reaches milestone following setbacks](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/dewsbury-arcade-restoration-reaches-milestone-following-setbacks/) - The regeneration of Dewsbury Arcade has reached a key milestone despite “unforeseen issues”. The arcade had stood empty since 2016 and is one of the flagship projects in the Dewsbury Blueprint. The Grade II Listed building was then purchased by Kirklees Council and is undergoing extensive restoration works through a project in collaboration with the
- [Rising costs will lead to parts of a road improvement scheme being scrapped](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/rising-costs-will-lead-to-parts-of-a-road-improvement-scheme-being-scrapped/) - Spiralling costs of a multimillion pound scheme to improve traffic on one of the main routes into Bradford will lead to huge chunks of the work being axed. The A638 Dewsbury/Cleckheaton Sustainable Travel Corridor was drawn up to improve traffic between Dewsbury and Bradford, including through Heckmondwike and Cleckheaton. The project would include new bus
- [Plans for new 80-seat restaurant on Thornton Road are approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-for-new-80-seat-restaurant-on-thornton-road-are-approved/) - A century old building in a Bradford conservation area can be converted into a restaurant after new plans were approved. The building stands at the junction of Grattan Road and Thornton Road, on the edge of Bradford city centre and one of the main routes into the city. Until recently the ground floor was used as
- [Newham council to review policy on flying flags, mayor Rokhsana Fiaz says](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-council-to-review-policy-on-flying-flags-mayor-rokhsana-fiaz-says/) - Newham’s mayor Rokhsana Fiaz has announced a review of the council’s policy on flying flags. Fiaz announced the review at a meeting of all councillors yesterday (10th). She linked it to a nationwide campaign of activists raising English and British flags on lampposts, but also requests to the council to fly the Palestinian flag. She
- [Anger at North East council 'sitting on' £42m in unspent cash from developers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/anger-at-north-east-council-sitting-on-42m-in-unspent-cash-from-developers/) - Council bosses “sitting on” tens of millions of pounds in unspent cash have been urged to speed up promised community upgrades across Newcastle. Newcastle City Council currently holds £42 million of unused Section 106 (S106) payments, money secured from developers as part of planning permissions being granted. The cash can be spent on things like
- [Mayor told to intervene in “unprecedented” Chinese Embassy application](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-told-to-intervene-in-unprecedented-chinese-embassy-application/) - Sir Sadiq Khan has continued to face calls to publicly oppose the construction of a Chinese ‘mega embassy’ in London and lobby the Housing Secretary to reject the application – but the Mayor is standing firm in not getting involved. Ministers have already delayed the decision about whether the building can go ahead after Beijing
- [Newcastle Council cuts to free SEND school transport set for sign-off amid worry over 'unfair' plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-council-cuts-to-free-send-school-transport-set-for-sign-off-amid-worry-over-unfair-plans/) - The controversial scrapping of free school transport in Newcastle for post-16 pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) looks set to be signed off this month. Parents were left outraged last year when it emerged that Newcastle City Council was planning to axe its offer to fund home to school travel for SEND children
- [Councils in east London given six-figure grants to tackle homelessness amid worsening pressures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councils-in-east-london-given-six-figure-grants-to-tackle-homelessness-amid-worsening-pressures/) - Borough councils across east London have been given six-figure grants to help tackle homelessness. The government announced today (10th October) an £84 million boost for homelessness and rough-sleeping services across the UK. Havering Council will receive £158,216, while Redbridge will get substantially more at £252,431. It will help improve support for families living in temporary
- [Bradford's museums service awarded £125,000 funding to help cement City of Culture legacy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-museums-service-awarded-125000-funding-to-help-cement-city-of-culture-legacy/) - A £125,000 grant to Bradford’s Museums and Galleries service will help cement the legacy of the Distirct’s City of Culture year. Arts Council England has awarded the cash to Bradford Council’s museums service as part of its Museum Renewal Fund – which has seem millions distributed across the UK. Bradford Council runs four museums and
- [Plans for new 73 bed care home in Keighley has been submitted](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-for-new-73-bed-care-home-in-keighley-has-been-submitted/) - A new 73 bed care home could be built on the site of another care home that was demolished in 2022. The Holme Wood Resource Centre on Fell Lane in Keighley had stood empty since 2013, attracting vandalism and anti social behaviour until it was pulled down. Now a planning application has been submitted to
- [Palestine Solidarity Campaign calls on council to ensure it's not 'complicit in genocide'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/palestine-solidarity-campaign-calls-on-council-to-ensure-its-not-complicit-in-genocide/) - Palestine solidarity campaigners called on Newham Council to ensure it is not “complicit in genocide” during a debate yesterday (9 October). Councillors debated calls to ensure that the council’s pension fund does not invest in companies that supply Israel with arms or violate international law. Miriam Scharf from Newham Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) called on
- [TfL staff at risk of removal “left in limbo,” Mayor admits](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tfl-staff-at-risk-of-removal-left-in-limbo-mayor-admits/) - Ministers have been urged to suspend new immigration laws after it emerged that up to 300 Transport for London (TfL) staff could be at risk of removal. In July the Home Office increased salary thresholds for visa sponsorship to £41,700 a year for new applicants and removed some transport roles, including station assistant, from the
- [Man arrested for 'racist attack' after knife incident near Bradford College as police appeal for witnesses and footage](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/man-arrested-for-racist-attack-after-knife-incident-near-bradford-college-as-police-appeal-for-witnesses-and-footage/) - A man has been arrested following an incident near Bradford College on the morning of Thursday 10 October which left two members of the public injured. Police were called at around 9.21am to reports of a man armed with what appeared to be a knife on Great Horton Road. The suspect was detained by college
- [Uncertainty surrounds timeline for Huddersfield asylum accommodation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/uncertainty-surrounds-timeline-for-huddersfield-asylum-accommodation/) - Plans to turn former student flats in Huddersfield into housing for asylum seekers remain unclear. The Home Office is giving very little away when it comes to the Manchester Road site. The plan to use the former student accommodation site as housing for asylum seekers came to light in summer 2023 and saw 168 students
- [Fly tipper responsible for waste being dumped in cemetery avoids prison](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/fly-tipper-responsible-for-waste-being-dumped-in-cemetery-avoids-prison/) - A man who admitted responsibility for fly tipping being dumped in a Bradford cemetery has avoided prison. A court heard how Imran Khan advertised a waste removal services on a community WhatsApp page. But on two occasions, the waste collected from unsuspecting customers ended up fly tipped, with waste being left in Scholemoor Cemetery on
- [Anti-racists rally as Tower Hamlets Council votes to oppose far right](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/anti-racists-rally-as-tower-hamlets-council-votes-to-oppose-far-right/) - Anti-racists protested outside Tower Hamlets Town Hall in support of councillors who pledged to stand against the far right yesterday (8th). Councillors backed unanimously a motion condemning far right activity on the Isle of Dogs targeting asylum seekers. The proposal attracted a small protest by a group called the “Pink Ladies” who claim asylum seekers
- [Universities claim North East could suffer multi-million pound loss from overseas student levy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/universities-claim-north-east-could-suffer-multi-million-pound-loss-from-overseas-student-levy/) - The North East economy is at risk of losing tens of millions of pounds if a new tax on international student fees is imposed, university and business leaders have warned. Labour ministers have proposed charging a 6% levy on tuition fees paid by overseas students in England, which education secretary Bridget Phillipson announced will be
- [Hospital trusts ‘stress testing’ NHS winter plans as priorities set](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hospital-trusts-stress-testing-nhs-winter-plans-as-priorities-set/) - Health chiefs have set out for councillors winter care plans that are in place to assist the NHS. Winter regularly sees pressure ramp up for NHS services, particularly urgent emergency care provided by hospitals. A presentation for members of the Tees Valley Joint Health Scrutiny Committee delivered during a meeting in Redcar described seven priorities
- [Parking fees to fund more car spaces at Golden Acre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/parking-fees-to-fund-more-car-spaces-at-golden-acre/) - A popular beauty spot could get more parking spaces using funds raised from charging drivers. New bays would be installed at Golden Acre Park, along with improved signage and surfacing under plans by Leeds City Council. Parking charges of £4 per day were introduced in February to raise cash for the authority, which must save more
- [Bradford Council introduces new measures following complaints about smells from business](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-council-introduces-new-measures-following-complaints-about-smells-from-business/) - Bradord Council says it has agreed a range of actions following reports of “bad odours and emissions” linked to a long-standing city business. The authority will appoint a dedicated Environmental Health officer to carry out regular inspections of the Waddingtons plant on the edge of Bradford city centre. There will also be air quality assessments,
- [North East must “stand together” amid rise in race and faith-related hate crimes, says police boss](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-must-stand-together-amid-rise-in-race-and-faith-related-hate-crimes-says-police-boss/) - The North East must “stand together” amid an over 10% rise in both race and faith based hate crimes, says Northumbria Police boss. Racial and faith-related hate crimes across the Northumbria Police patch have both risen over 10% since last June, according to a Police and Crime Commissioner’s report. The number of hate crimes logged
- [Kirklees Council gives important update on Local Plan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-gives-important-update-on-local-plan/) - Kirklees Council hopes its new Local Plan will be ready for “imperative” residents’ input by the end of next year. The Local Plan is a document, required by law, which sets out how much land can be developed and where to meet the needs of local people and businesses. Kirklees Council’s current plan, which was
- [From community to celebration: NEBA 2025 champions Bangladeshi excellence in the North East](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/from-community-to-celebration-neba-2025-champions-bangladeshi-excellence-in-the-north-east/) - The North East Bangladeshi Awards (NEBA) celebrated its fourth successful edition on 6 October 2025 at The FED, Dunston, marking another milestone in recognising the outstanding achievements of the British Bangladeshi community across North East England. What began in 2022 as a regional celebration has grown into one of the most anticipated events on the
- [Mayor hails “diverse” London for increased US tourist numbers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-hails-diverse-london-for-increased-us-tourist-numbers/) - Sir Sadiq Khan has credited London’s “open, liberal and diverse” culture for the “surge” in American tourism to the capital. In what is likely a thinly veiled swipe at US President Donald Trump – who recently claimed that London was operating under religious “Sharia Law” – the Mayor of London said the city was becoming
- [Pension credit helping thousands of low income older Londoners transform their lives](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pension-credit-helping-thousands-of-low-income-older-londoners-transform-their-lives/) - More than 4,400 older Londoners have claimed up to £21.5million in “vital” Pension Credit in the last year, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) has learned – with the recipients pleading for those eligible to take advantage. City Hall is today (Wednesday) expanding a campaign to help Londoners secure the financial support they are entitled
- [Love, trust, respect: Sonny & Shaheen’s 40 years of partnership](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/love-trust-respect-sonny-shaheens-40-years-of-partnership/) - When Sonny Ali speaks about his wife, the word that lands again and again is anchor. “She’s not just my wife she’s my best friend,” he says, reflecting on four decades of marriage to Shaheen. “With her calmness… she really made my journey easier.” Sonny’s family story is rooted in Bradford’s migration history. His grandfather
- [Speed limit review continues for Kirklees schools](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/speed-limit-review-continues-for-kirklees-schools/) - Efforts to boost safety outside Kirklees schools are continuing, with 20mph zones, speed bumps and new crossings among the measures being considered. Kirklees Council is working alongside the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) on a scheme which aims to improve road safety and improve facilities for walking and cycling school-related trips within Kirklees. From now
- [Special agreement reached to drive long-term change in Kirklees](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/special-agreement-reached-to-drive-long-term-change-in-kirklees/) - The University of Huddersfield has signed a Civic University Agreement with key local partners to help deliver long-term, sustainable change for the people of the Huddersfield, Kirklees and wider region. Professor Tim Thornton, University Deputy Vice-Chancellor, signed the formal partnership agreement along with representatives of Kirklees Council, West Yorkshire Combined Authority, health partners including Calderdale
- [Concerns raised over 'tsunami of ill health’ in Sunderland caused by high obesity rates](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/concerns-raised-over-tsunami-of-ill-health-in-sunderland-caused-by-high-obesity-rates/) - Concerns have been raised over a future “tsunami of ill health” linked to “stark” obesity rates for both children and adults on Wearside. The issue was brought into the spotlight at the latest meeting of Sunderland’s Health and Wellbeing Board earlier this month (2 October) during a discussion on wider citywide health statistics. A presentation
- [Shipley market square to host first themed market since reopening](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/shipley-market-square-to-host-first-themed-market-since-reopening/) - Shipley new look Market Square will host its first themed market since it re-opened after a multimillion pound refurbishment on Saturday. The Shipley Harvest Market will make the most of the new, more open space in the centre of the town, and is expected to be the first in a number of themed markets that
- [Huge new mural in Bradford city centre reflects city's mill heritage](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huge-new-mural-in-bradford-city-centre-reflects-citys-mill-heritage/) - A huge new mural in Bradford city centre reflects the District’s rural and industrial heritage. The giant piece of artwork on the Broadway Shopping Centre is part of BD: Walls – a City of Culture programme that has seen murals reflecting the District’s history painted across Bradford. The Broadway mural was created by Roids, an
- [Bradford International Film Festival returns with UK premiere and packed programme for 2025](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-international-film-festival-returns-with-uk-premiere-and-packed-programme-for-2025/) - The Bradford International Film Festival (BRADIFF) is back for its second year, bringing an exciting line-up of premieres, family favourites and cult classics to the city from Tuesday 28 October to Sunday 2 November 2025. As the world’s first UNESCO City of Film and the UK City of Culture 2025, Bradford is set to once
- [New tall building site being recommended for skyscrapers plan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-tall-building-site-being-recommended-for-skyscrapers-plan/) - A new tall building site by Liverpool Street is being recommended to be included in the City of London Corporation’s forthcoming Local Plan effectively earmarking it for more skyscrapers. Referred to as the ‘Broadgate Tall Building Site’ in documents, it would become the third area in the Square Mile designated as suitable for skyscrapers. It would
- [Local Cllr voiced concerns over Kirklees Council not fulfilling its ‘promise’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/local-cllr-voiced-concerns-over-kirklees-council-not-fulfilling-its-promise/) - Fears that Kirklees Council is not fulfilling its ‘promise’ to provide a safe and direct route into Huddersfield have been voiced by a local cllr. Works are currently underway on the Lockwood Bar scheme which involves constructing a new link road from Lockwood Road to Bridge Street, to separate the traffic stream from the traffic
- [City centre arts venue reopens after £7.9m refurbishment](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/city-centre-arts-venue-reopens-after-7-9m-refurbishment/) - A long-standing Bradford arts venue has reopened its doors following a £7.9 million refurbishment and rebrand that has completely transformed the building. Later this week, Bradford Arts Centre will officially welcome the public to its newly refurbished home, previously known as Kala Sangam. Located at St Peter’s House in Little Germany, opposite The Broadway shopping
- [Bradford-born magician Steven Frayne returns home for intimate City of Culture residency](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-born-magician-steven-frayne-returns-home-for-intimate-city-of-culture-residency/) - Bradford’s own world-renowned magician Steven Frayne will return to his home city this December for an exclusive UK City of Culture residency at a pop-up venue in The Loading Bay, running from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 December. Known globally for his headline-grabbing stunts and groundbreaking TV specials, Frayne – formerly known as Dynamo –
- ["Stand up to the far right": Labour councillor calls for fairness and decency over hate and disorder](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/stand-up-to-the-far-right-labour-councillor-calls-for-fairness-and-decency-over-hate-and-disorder/) - An Isle of Dogs councillor says the “vast majority” of residents there “reject hate, disorder and the intimidation” by far right groups in Canary Wharf. Labour councillor Mufeedah Bustin wants Tower Hamlets Council to back a motion to “stand up to the far right” next week. Her call comes after a series of far right
- [Waste incinerator project raises environmental and financial concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/waste-incinerator-project-raises-environmental-and-financial-concerns/) - A plea to withdraw from a controversial waste incinerator project has been rejected. Darlington Borough Council voted against a Conservative motion to withdraw from the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF), telling councillors it would pose the “greatest financial risk” and is the “best option”. The incinerator is projected to burn 450,000 tonnes of residual waste
- [Pepe’s Piri Piri to take over an empty shop on a Sunderland high street](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pepes-piri-piri-to-take-over-an-empty-shop-on-a-sunderland-high-street/) - Proposals for a national restaurant chain to open in Sunderland city centre have taken a step forward, after council development chiefs approved plans for signage. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has approved an advertising consent application for a building on the corner of Fawcett Street and High Street West. The site sits in the shadow
- [Back in the Pink: Bradford 2025 celebrates the city's LGBTQ+ heritage](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/back-in-the-pink-bradford-2025-celebrates-the-citys-lgbtq-heritage/) - This October, Back in the Pink weekender will pay homage to Bradford in the Pink, a series of festivals that took place in Manningham and the city centre around 40 years ago. This festival, taking place from 10–12 October, will return the histories of LGBTQ+ people in Bradford to the spotlight, celebrating their achievements and their stories through
- [Wetherby's derelict children's home could become site of 47 new homes](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/wetherbys-derelict-childrens-home-could-become-site-of-47-new-homes/) - A derelict former children’s home could be turned into 47 homes under expanded plans for the site. Bramham House near Wetherby could be redeveloped if planning permission is agreed with Leeds City Council. The building on Freely Lane would be demolished to make way for 25 flats and 22 houses. The main facade of the
- [Potential new incinerator project causes controversy and protests across Tees Valley](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/potential-new-incinerator-project-causes-controversy-and-protests-across-tees-valley/) - A local authority is poised to vote to continue to play its part in plans that will eventually see a new incinerator built and operated in the region. Middlesbrough Council is one of the seven local authorities that is part of the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF) scheme. A total of 18 recommendations are
- [Plans confirmed for Wibsey Park's new zero carbon, 'community constructed' café](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-confirmed-for-wibsey-parks-new-zero-carbon-community-constructed-cafe/) - Last month a planning application for a new café in Wibsey Park was approved by Bradford Council. The café will be zero carbon, and one of the first community constructed buildings in Bradford. Bradford Organic Communities Service, an environmental charity based at Wibsey Park Gardens, had submitted the plans for an indoor café with workshop
- [London taxis barely competing with uncapped number of private hire drivers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-taxis-barely-competing-with-uncapped-number-of-private-hire-drivers/) - Transport for London (TfL) and the Government must take radical action on private hire licensing to combat the “steep decline” in the amount of taxi drivers operating in the capital, the London Assembly Transport Committee has said. Elly Baker, the Labour Assembly Member who chairs the group, said the “advent of app-based operators” – such
- [Gaz Choudhry MBE’s incredible wheelchair basketball career](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/gaz-choudhry-mbes-incredible-wheelchair-basketball-career/) - At the age of 10, Gaz Choudhry was made an amputee after he found out he had osteosarcoma in his knee. Osteosarcoma is a bone tumour which impacts long bones in the body, particularly around the knee, but can also be found in the hip, shoulder and jaw. The sad news heavily impacted Choudhry’s life,
- [The Singapore Grand Prix saw McLaren lift the Constructors Championship title](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-singapore-grand-prix-saw-mclaren-lift-the-constructors-championship-title/) - The Singapore Grand Prix was the 18th race of the 2025 race season, and the chaotic track brought a great race for fans to enjoy. The track is widely regarded as one of the most physical on the calendar, due to the extreme heat drivers face, along with the track layout putting the racers through
- [Lionel Messi confirms he will visit India for the first time in 14 years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lionel-messi-confirms-he-will-visit-india-for-the-first-time-in-14-years/) - Last week, Lionel Messi confirmed on Instagram that he will return to India for the first time in 14 years. The Inter Miami forward is set to visit at least three cities in India, with the three confirmed so far being Mumbai, New Delhi and Kolkata in December. The last time Messi visited India was
- [Yorkshire’s Best gather in Bradford to celebrate diversity, contribution and community strength](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/yorkshires-best-gather-in-bradford-to-celebrate-diversity-contribution-and-community-sstrength/) - Yorkshire’s brightest business and community minds came together at Bradford Park Avenue on Monday 26 September for an inspiring evening celebrating the achievements, resilience and impact of the region’s Asian community. The event, Yorkshire’s Best, organised by Saleem Kader, founder of the Bombay Stores Group, and Sonny Ali of Fairmount Properties, brought together a host
- [Storm, names, and memory: A community’s resolve in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/storm-names-and-memory-a-communitys-resolve-in-bradford/) - On Saturday 4 October 2025, in Bradford’s Centenary Square, a modest yet determined gathering came together while Storm Amy swept across the country. More than a dozen people, more than one might expect, given the dreary forecast and heavy rain assembled to read aloud the names of Palestinian children killed since October 2023. The rain
- [COLUMN: When one community is attacked, all communities are wounded - why dialogue matters](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-when-one-community-is-attacked-all-communities-are-wounded-why-dialogue-matters/) - As a Muslim woman in local politics, I have seen both the power of dialogue and the dangers of division. In 2015, I co-founded the Leeds arm of Nisa-Nashim, the first Muslim and Jewish women’s group in the city. What began as small conversations over cups of tea soon became something much deeper, friendships, shared
- [COLUMN: Finding calm through ayurveda: My guide to combating anxiety](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-finding-calm-through-ayurveda-my-guide-to-combating-anxiety/) - As a salon owner, I meet so many women who sit in my chair carrying not just their beauty concerns, but also the weight of their worries. Anxiety, in its many forms, is something I hear about daily. And like many of you, I’ve felt it too, those restless nights, racing thoughts, and a sense
- [Council leader claims right wing rhetoric is "not welcome" in Newcastle](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-leader-claims-right-wing-rhetoric-is-not-welcome-in-newcastle/) - The leader of Newcastle City Council has said events in the city last week showed that right wing rhetoric is “not welcome”. Cllr Karen Kilgour’s comments came after demonstrations in Newcastle last weekend. A protest was held on the Quayside against immigration, while counter protesters gathered at Monument on Saturday. Nationally some anti-immigration protests have
- [Pivot Academy plans to convert abandoned mill into new school building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pivot-academy-plans-to-convert-abandoned-mill-into-new-school-building/) - An empty mill building could be converted into a school for up to 250 pupils if new plans by a specialist education provider are approved. Cumberland House on Cemetery Road was once part of a sprawling development of Victorian mill buildings and mill workers’ homes. The large building has since been converted into office space,
- [“We are here for all communities”: Palestinian flag to be flown in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/we-are-here-for-all-communities-palestinian-flag-to-be-flown-in-bradford/) - The Palestinian flag will be flown at Bradford City Hall next month on the UN International day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. In March a petition signed by 1,471 people was submitted to Bradford Council calling for the Palestinian flag to be flown on 29 November. It said: “The small act of raising the
- [Plan for new 5G mast on Cardigan Road shut down by council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-for-new-5g-mast-on-cardigan-road-shut-down-by-council/) - Plans for a 20-metre mobile phone mast on a busy highway have been blocked, after road safety concerns were raised. Telecoms firm Cornerstone sought permission for the installation on Cardigan Road in Burley. The company said it would boost mobile phone services and was in a suitable location, but Leeds City Council refused planning permission
- [Long-awaited governance inquiry of city council’s leadership set to begin “in earnest”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/long-awaited-governance-inquiry-of-city-councils-leadership-set-to-begin-in-earnest/) - A major inquiry into the political leadership at the top of controversy-laden Newcastle City Council is finally set to get under way. Members agreed to launch an inquiry last December following concerns around the behind-the-scenes culture at the council in recent years. The Labour administration backed a Lib-Dem motion last year to instigate the inquiry. It
- [New Bradford-based drive-thru restaurant to be built on main road](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-bradford-based-drive-thru-restaurant-to-be-built-on-main-road/) - A “flagship” drive thru restaurant could be built on one of Bradford’s main roads if new plans are approved. The large site on Thornton Road is already undergoing some major developments, with a new low carbon energy centre and a drive thru Starbucks under construction, and proposals for a new data centre progressing through the
- [Kirklees Council writes off £4.3m in loans as part of Accu Stadium deal](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-council-writes-off-4-3m-in-loans-as-part-of-accu-stadium-deal/) - Kirklees Council has written off £4.3m in loans as part of the recent deal for the Accu Stadium. Last week, we reported that a landmark agreement had been reached between Huddersfield Town, Kirklees Council and the Huddersfield Giants for the future of the Accu Stadium. This saw the football club take full operational control of
- [Mayor needs more fiscal powers to avoid “ugly” decisions on taxing Londoners](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-needs-more-fiscal-powers-to-avoid-ugly-decisions-on-taxing-londoners/) - Ministers have been warned that if they fail to give the Mayor of London more power to raise revenue from tourism, it will lead to "ugly" tax decisions being taken from City Hall to fund the capital's infrastructure. The current Mayoral precept – the council tax bill that goes to funding London-wide services controlled by
- [Council slammed over service delivery as residents’ complaints pile up](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-slammed-over-service-delivery-as-residents-complaints-pile-up/) - Opposition councillors in Newcastle have slammed the Labour leadership as complaints about services pile up. The Liberal Democrats said there were issues across a range of service areas, including pest control, waste collection and weed control. Leading Labour figures pointed out that the council has faced significant cuts over the past 15 years. The opposition
- [The power of South Asian community art in East London this weekend](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-power-of-south-asian-community-art-in-east-london-this-weekend/) - In recent weeks, East London high streets have been transformed into street parades led by STOMP co-founder Carl Smith, and disused shopping centre car parks have been converted into theatrical rooftop dining feasts with Hackney School of Food and Punchdrunk Theatre actors. Now, a bejewelled South Asian ‘art truck’ carrying South Asian dance performances and
- [Bradford lights up historic mill to remember radical moment in the city's history](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-lights-up-historic-mill-to-remember-radical-moment-in-the-citys-history/) - STRIKE is a spectacular projection show set to transform the architecture of the iconic 249ft chimney at Bradford’s Lister Mill, a cornerstone of the city’s industrial heritage. Created by Urban Projections with a soundscape including poetry by P. A. BITEZ, STRIKE will be projected on to Lister Mill across three evenings from 3 to 5 October. The event
- [Nearly 2000 sports kits donated in Leeds community swap, tackling inequality and helping hundreds get active](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nearly-2000-sports-kits-donated-in-leeds-community-swap-tackling-inequality-and-helping-hundreds-get-active/) - A pilot event held at John Charles Centre for Sport last week saw 1890 pieces of kit donated, to help tackle inequality in sports. The event was organised by the Kit Equipment Exchange Partnership (KEEP), which is made up of several organisations including Active Leeds, Yorkshire Sport Foundation, Zero Waste Leeds, Leeds United Foundation, Action
- [“It is surreal seeing my work exhibited”: Young Bradford voices shine in new photography showcase](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/it-is-surreal-seeing-my-work-exhibited-young-bradford-voices-shine-in-new-photography-showcase/) - The Bradford City FC Community Foundation has opened a new and permanent art exhibition at its City Hub, spotlighting and celebrating photography created by young people in the city. The Click & Connect exhibit showcases work created by young people who live in Bradford, each with a series of their own photographs displayed on the
- [£7 billion growth plan for six West Yorkshire business sectors](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/7-billion-growth-plan-for-six-west-yorkshire-business-sectors/) - Representing “one of the most ambitious growth plans in the country”, West Yorkshire leaders have committed to a new, flagship economic approach following the approval of six “Cluster Action Plans” at the most recent meeting of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The plans kickstart a new era of ambitious public-private partnerships, designed to spur on
- [Kirklees councillor takes a step back after receiving death threats](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-councillor-takes-a-step-back-after-receiving-death-threats/) - A Kirklees councillor has announced that she is taking a step back from public events after receiving a death threat. Councillor Tanisha Bramwell (Independent, Dewsbury West) says she will be taking this precaution for the next few days. Her current focus is on ensuring the safety of her family and continuing to represent Dewsbury West
- [Speaker of House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle to deliver lecture in Huddersfield](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/speaker-of-house-of-commons-sir-lindsay-hoyle-to-deliver-lecture-in-huddersfield/) - The Speaker of the House of Commons, the Right Honourable Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, will reflect on the challenges of his role at a special lecture in Huddersfield later this month. The JH Whitley Memorial Lecture will be a free event at the University of Huddersfield, and will see Sir Lindsay discuss the changes and
- [Anti-social behaviour officers will be scrapped to boost neighbourhood policing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/anti-social-behaviour-officers-will-be-scrapped-to-boost-neighbourhood-policing/) - The Metropolitan Police will redeploy officers dedicated to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) to neighbourhood policing teams. The staff work with local authorities across London, and have specialist knowledge and experience with serial drug users and consistently problematic families and individuals within boroughs. They also take part in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences to help implement bespoke
- [Prestigious awards given to two University of Huddersfield buildings](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/prestigious-awards-given-to-two-university-of-huddersfield-buildings/) - Two University of Huddersfield buildings have received prestigious awards for their innovations in design and sustainability. The Daphne Steele Building, part of the National Health Innovation Campus, won the Design Excellence award at the Insider Yorkshire Property Awards, and the refurbishment work currently in progress at the Ramsden Building scooped the award for Decarbonisation Project
- [New poll shows Green win for Huddersfield at next General Election](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-poll-shows-green-win-for-huddersfield-at-next-general-election/) - Kirklees’ political make-up would look very different if a General Election took place right now, a YouGov poll has shown. By YouGov’s projections, which are based on a sample of 13,000 voters, the national political landscape would change dramatically if an election were held today, with Reform UK taking 311 seats – just 15 short
- [A legacy of culture: BBC marks 60 years of South Asian programming](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-legacy-of-culture-bbc-marks-60-years-of-south-asian-programming/) - This month marks 60 years of South Asian programming on the BBC with a special night of classic shows on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer, celebrating the past six decades of stories, creativity and culture, reflecting the lives of British South Asians across generations. Since its beginnings in 1965, the BBC has brought British South
- [My Delhi Newcastle named among top 1% of restaurants in the world](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/my-delhi-newcastle-named-among-top-1-of-restaurants-in-the-world/) - My Delhi Newcastle has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards 2025, ranking number 22 in the UK for Casual Dining, and placing the restaurant among the top 1% of restaurants worldwide. The Best of the Best is Tripadvisor’s highest honour, awarded to venues that consistently receive exceptional reviews from guests.
- [Middlesbrough resident voices anger over months of lane closures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-resident-voices-anger-over-months-of-lane-closures/) - An angry resident has hit out at a lengthy temporary lane closure on a busy Middlesbrough road. Tom Allan described the situation as “like the Mary Celeste”, saying that on the occasions he has popped down to have a look, he has never seen anyone working there. Ladgate Lane has recently seen the closure of
- [Final decision imminent for controversial children’s home plan in Huddersfield](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/final-decision-imminent-for-controversial-childrens-home-plan-in-huddersfield/) - Controversial plans for a new children’s home in Huddersfield will be determined next week, after 36 objections were received. The plans relate to a six-bedroomed property at Far View Crescent in Almondbury and come from Lighthouse Care Residential. The applicant hopes to secure planning permission to change the use of the property from a dwelling
- [Newcastle's city council leader faces motion of no confidence - and it's backed by her predecessor](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastles-city-council-leader-faces-motion-of-no-confidence-and-its-backed-by-her-predecessor/) - Opposition councillors in Newcastle have tabled a motion of no confidence in council leader Karen Kilgour – with former leader Nick Kemp among the signatories. The motion, which could see the leader removed from office, will be debated at Wednesday’s city council meeting. It is the second time Cllr Kilgour has faced a challenge to
- [Berry Brow flats set to be demolished in £36m overhaul](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/berry-brow-flats-set-to-be-demolished-in-36m-overhaul/) - The timeline for the demolition of the notorious Berry Brow flats as part of a £36m regeneration project has now been set by Kirklees Council. In 2021, Kirklees Council decided it would be demolishing the two tower blocks – Holme Park Court and Bishops Court – and replacing them with new social housing after serious
- [Tattooist accused of health and safety breaches after customer died of sepsis now ‘working offshore’ as case is adjourned](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tattooist-accused-of-health-and-safety-breaches-after-customer-died-of-sepsis-now-working-offshore-as-case-is-adjourned/) - A tattooist charged with breaching health and safety laws while operating from his home address had his case adjourned, after telling a court he was working and living abroad. Tony James Learmount wrote to officials at Teesside Magistrates’ Court describing how he was working offshore, and sent a photo of a beach-like setting in an
- [Boroughs and Mayor need to formalise relationship to speed up funding delivery for Londoners](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/boroughs-and-mayor-need-to-formalise-relationship-to-speed-up-funding-delivery-for-londoners/) - London’s boroughs need a “Combined Board” model to help speed up decision-making and service delivery for the capital’s residents, the Mayor has been told. Cllr Claire Holland, who chairs the cross-party London Councils group, repeated her calls for increased devolutionary powers for local authorities, so they would share decision-making powers over certain policy areas. Currently,
- [New arena could brighten up Tees Valley - but might be 'years and years' away](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-arena-could-brighten-up-tees-valley-but-might-be-years-and-years-away/) - The Tees Valley mayor, Ben Houchen, has made suggestions for the location of a future arena in the region. He listed Teesside Park and Middlehaven as good locations, following the lights going out on a £70m proposal for a 5000 seater in Redcar. In September, it was reported that the ambitious plans for a new
- [Six new family-sized homes to replace West London beer garden - none are 'affordable'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/six-new-family-sized-homes-to-replace-west-london-beer-garden-none-are-affordable/) - A former West London beer garden and car park is set to be replaced with six family-sized homes. Hounslow Council’s planning department approved the plans in mid-September, and no objections have been raised. The site is next door to the listed Beehive pub in Feltham. The six houses on Staines Road will be sold at
- [Plan ahead: Several road closures disrupt Harrow this October](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-ahead-several-road-closures-disrupt-harrow-this-october/) - Several road closures are set to disrupt residents of Harrow this month while major utility and other works are carried out, with one road in Harrow Weald to remain shut to motorists until the end of November. Clamp Hill in Harrow Weald will close on 22 September, and remain shut throughout all of October and
- [Convicted criminal under suspicion of using alias to apply for alcohol licence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/convicted-criminal-under-suspicion-of-using-alias-to-apply-for-alcohol-licence/) - An application for a convenience store to get an alcohol licence has been withdrawn, after police alleged the applicant was in fact an alias of a convicted criminal. This summer, a man named Morad Omer applied for a premise licence for 357a Idle Road that would allow the store to sell booze between 7am and
- [Animated love-at-first-sight light show to illuminate Leeds city centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/animated-love-at-first-sight-light-show-to-illuminate-leeds-city-centre/) - One of Leeds' most iconic buildings will be transformed to showcase a love-at-first-sight animated graphic novel during Light Night Leeds later this month. 'One Second Lovestory' will be projected onto The Queens Hotel as one of the key displays on 22 and 23 October. The artwork tells the story of two people whose daily routine
- [The Broadway shopping centre goes on the market for £74m](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-broadway-shopping-centre-goes-on-the-market-for-74m/) - Bradford’s flagship shopping centre, The Broadway, has been put up for sale with a guide price of £74.23 million. Property agent Savills, acting on behalf of LPA Receivers Jemma McAndrew and Matthew Nagle, has launched the sale of the 10-acre retail and leisure complex, describing it as a “prime retail investment opportunity” in the heart
- [As clocks turn back, West Yorkshire unites women to 'Reclaim the Night'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/as-clocks-turn-back-west-yorkshire-unites-women-to-reclaim-the-night/) - As the nights get darker, several events across the region allow women and allies to come together to demand a safer, fairer West Yorkshire for all. Five 'Reclaim the Night' events will be held across Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds and Wakefield on Sunday 26 October. The date marks the annual turning back of the clocks,
- [“Education not keeping up with technology”: Deputy Mayor calls for curriculum reform to teach children about online harms](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/education-not-keeping-up-with-technology-deputy-mayor-calls-for-curriculum-reform-to-teach-children-about-online-harms/) - London’s children need a reformed school curriculum to protect them from increasing exposure to online harms and inappropriate content, the capital’s Deputy Mayor for Children and Families has said. Joanne McCartney said “education is not keeping up with the technological change”, and that teachers needed to be specially trained to help pupils deal with negative
- [Bradford restaurateur celebrates 500th tiffin customer as steel tins save 100,000 plastic containers from landfill](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-restaurants-reusable-tiffins-have-saved-100000-plastic-containers-from-going-to-landfill/) - A Bradford restaurateur is celebrating a major milestone in his mission to tackle plastic waste, after selling the 500th reusable tiffin tin to takeaway customers. Harry Khinda, owner of The Crafty Indian on Bradford Road in Shipley, formerly known as the Michelin Guide-listed Zaara’s, introduced reusable steel tiffin’s in 2020 as an alternative to plastic
- [Investigation into 'bullying allegations' ends with details remaining 'confidential'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/investigation-into-bullying-allegations-ends-with-details-remaining-confidential/) - Members of Newcastle City Council’s audit and standards committee have been told they will not see any further details from a long-running investigation into bullying allegations against the former council leader. It comes as the final cost of the nine-month long investigation was revealed to be £79,552. Members of the committee were unhappy that the
- [Campaign “against the West": as Cllr voices Russian cyber attack concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/campaign-against-the-west-as-cllr-voices-russian-cyber-attack-concerns/) - A cllr has voiced his concern about a Russian cyber attack hitting Middlesbrough and other local authorities. Coulby Newham Labour Cllr David Branson raised the worry at a meeting of the council’s audit committee, which took place on Thursday 25 September, as he highlighted the need to be prepared for such an event. Cllr Branson
- [TV-themed bar in Leeds has premises licence granted](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tv-themed-bar-in-leeds-has-premises-licence-granted/) - Games of Who Wants to be a Millionaire can be enjoyed at a TV-themed bar after a premises licence was granted. Customers at Gameshow All-Stars can also play each other at Wheel of Fortune after permission to open permanently was granted by the council. The company, which already has a premises in Sheffield, said the
- [Slough Borough Council work to improve ‘Good’ Care Quality rating.](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/slough-borough-council-work-to-improve-good-care-quality-rating/) - A Slough Borough Council boss has been questioned on financial pressures facing the authority’s adult social care department as it works to build on a ‘Good’ Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating. The CQC carried out an assessment of Slough’s adult social care services in March, and found that the borough has ‘implemented clear, effective safeguarding
- [Four local artists receive funding to create art installations to light up the City of Culture](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/four-local-artists-receive-funding-to-create-art-installations-to-light-up-the-city-of-culture/) - Bradford Council has announced the four local artists who will receive funding to create innovative new light art projects and installations, which will be displayed in Bradford City Centre as part of BD: is LIT 2025. The festival returns for the third time in 2025 with the ambition to light up the city centre streets,
- [Plans approved to broaden the use of "sleeping giant" building](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-approved-to-broaden-the-use-of-sleeping-giant-building/) - Plans to “broaden the use” of part of a council business centre on Wearside have been approved by city cllrs. Sunderland City Council’s Planning and Highways Committee, at a meeting this week, approved plans for the Sunderland Software Centre at Tavistock Place in the city’s Hendon ward. The multi-million pound centre, which opened its doors
- [Gardening top tips come in spades as library digs into 500 years of horticultural history](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/gardening-top-tips-come-in-spades-as-library-digs-into-500-years-of-horticultural-history/) - More than 500 years of in-depth knowledge cultivated by green-fingered gardening gurus through the ages has taken root in a new exhibition in Leeds. 'Unearthed: The Power of Gardening' at Leeds Central Library explores the story, impact and legacy of gardening and the positive role it has played in the lives of thousands of people,
- [Skilled worker “crisis” hindering London’s ambitious housebuilding targets](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/skilled-worker-crisis-hindering-londons-ambitious-housebuilding-targets/) - A skilled worker “crisis” in the construction industry is undermining London’s ambitious housebuilding targets with a housing association saying last year it relied on one roofing contractor for 80,000 homes. Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, Tom Copley, London’s Deputy Mayor responsible for housing, urged ministers to review the incentives for staff in
- [Permanently excluded pupils present 'big bill' for Middlesbrough Council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/permanently-excluded-pupils-present-big-bill-for-middlesbrough-council/) - Schools who permanently excluded pupils in the last year cost a local authority over £2.4m. Middlesbrough Council has to cover the costs every time a local school decides to kick out a pupil, which resulted in a big bill based on figures from the 2024/25 academic year. At an average cost of £23,042 per child,
- [24 lives lost in Bradford while waiting: Call from liver specialist for South Asian communities to step up on organ donation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/24-lives-lost-in-bradford-while-waiting-call-from-liver-specialist-for-south-asian-communities-to-step-up-on-organ-donation/) - A leading Bradford liver specialist is calling on people to confirm their donation decision and join the NHS Organ Donor Register today, as he says too many patients are dying, waiting for the transplant that never comes. Doctor Muhammad Salman, a Consultant Hepatologist based at Bradford Royal Infirmary, stated: “In the last four years alone,
- ['Meet our Mothers': A cookbook celebrating the flavours and stories of Bradford's communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/meet-our-mothers-cookbook-celebrating-the-flavours-and-stories-of-bradfords-communities-now-on-sale/) - Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, alongside artist Deepa Mann-Kler, have released a cookbook full of recipes and intergenerational stories submitted by local people. The 'Meet our Mothers' cookbook launched at a vibrant celebration feast in Lister Park on 28 September. From Ukrainian cheese pancakes to Greek rice, Lamb biryani to Ghanaian beef stew, 'Meet
- [Newham council attempts to shut down rumours of "corrupt" parking wardens](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newham-council-attempts-to-shut-down-rumours-of-corrupt-parking-wardens/) - The perception that Newham Council parking wardens are “corrupt” is “baseless”, a highways boss has said. Councillors in Newham have said residents often report that they believe wardens are turning a blind eye to certain wrongly-parked vehicles. But a senior council officer said body-worn camera footage proves this is largely false. Speaking to a transport
- ["Essential" new facility will serve as a training hub for Northumbria's police force](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/essential-new-facility-will-serve-as-a-training-hub-for-northumbrias-police-force/) - Plans for a new “operational training facility” for Northumbria Police have been given the green light by Sunderland city councillors. Sunderland City Council’s Planning and Highways Committee have approved an application for an industrial unit on Alston Road, in the Pattinson Industrial Estate in Washington. The site has recently been occupied by manufacturer Ulster North
- [Award winning law firm launches Bradford Professionals Network at Bradford Live](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/award-winning-law-firm-launches-bradford-professionals-network-at-bradford-live/) - Around 200 people from across Bradford’s business community attended the launch of the Schofield Sweeney Bradford Professionals Network last week. The event, one of the first corporate gatherings to be held in the new Ballroom at Bradford Live, brought together representatives from professional services, manufacturing, retail, finance, real estate, charities, education and leisure, alongside local
- [Nissan-led ‘education and training facility’ will develop new skills for local workers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nissan-led-education-and-training-facility-will-develop-new-skills-for-local-workers/) - Plans for a Nissan-led “education and training facility” aiming to “create a new generation of skilled local workers in electric vehicle and battery technology” have been given the green light by councillors. Sunderland City Council’s Planning and Highways Committee have approved an application for the future of an industrial unit (Unit 5) at Infiniti Drive,
- [People in Middlesborough share their opinions on new digital IDs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/people-in-middlesborough-share-their-opinions-on-new-digital-ids/) - The people of Middlesborough have shared their views on government plans to introduce digital IDs. Locals on Linthorpe Road had contrasting reactions, with some ardently against the plans which are set to be mandatory in the coming years, while others were more blasé, and a minority of people who spoke to the Local Democracy Reporting
- [Housing association enterprise arm celebrates 25 years of success for Leeds businesses](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/housing-association-enterprise-arm-celebrates-25-years-of-success-for-leeds-businesses/) - The not-for-profit subsidiary of Leeds-based BME housing association, Unity Homes and Enterprise, has showcased 25 years of supporting entrepreneurial activity in the city by hosting a high profile panel discussion reflecting on its achievements, chaired by Yorkshire Asian Business Association (YABA) founder Sharon Jandu OBE. After starting from humble beginnings, Unity Enterprise (UE) now provides
- [Batley Cllrs 'criticised' council's investment plans](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/batley-cllrs-criticised-councils-investment-plans/) - Batley East ward cllrs have criticised the council’s plan for investment in their town as final designs are unveiled. Batley is the subject of a £14.5m investment, set to transform the town’s public realm in areas including Western, Middle and Eastern Commercial Street, Brunswick Street and Market Place. The council says the final plans, which
- [Huddersfield Railway Station back up and running after disruption](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-railway-station-back-up-and-running-after-disruption/) - After a long month of disruption, Huddersfield Railway Station is back up and running, in the next stretch of its massive regeneration. From Saturday, 30 August until Sunday, 28 September, Huddersfield Railway Station was completely closed as its major transformation continued as part of the multi-billion-pound TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU). At this time, no train
- [“I have the best job in politics", as Sir Sadiq Khan intends fourth term run](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/i-have-the-best-job-in-politics-as-sir-sadiq-khan-intends-fourth-term-run/) - Sir Sadiq Khan has said he does intend to run for a fourth term as Mayor of London. The Mayor ruled out a return to Westminster politics after the next election in 2028 and insisted he has “the best job in politics”. There have been questions over whether Sir Sadiq, first elected in 2016, would
- [West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board has to 'cut work force by 50%'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-integrated-care-board-has-to-cut-work-force-by-50/) - The West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (WYICB) has been told it needs to cut its work force by 50% this year but hasn’t got the cash to make redundancies. The WYICB was established in July 2022 and is responsible for planning and commissioning local health and care services, taking the functions of the previous NHS
- [Plans to 'transform' Batley town centre revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-transform-batley-town-centre-revealed/) - Kirklees Council’s final designs for Batley town centre have been revealed in new images, with works due to get underway next autumn. The £14.5m project will transform the town’s public realm covering Western, Middle and Eastern Commercial Street, Brunswick Street and Market Place. The council says the plans will significantly enhance accessibility, calm traffic, improve
- [Huddersfield Giants to stay at Accu Stadium for 2026 season](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-giants-to-stay-at-accu-stadium-for-2026-season/) - The Huddersfield Giants will be staying at the Accu Stadium for the 2026 season, with this plan unchanged with the signing of a landmark deal. It marks a historic moment as Huddersfield Town, Kirklees Council and the Huddersfield Giants have reached an agreement for the future of the stadium. With this, Huddersfield Town has taken
- [Middlesbrough park labelled as "death trap” by resident](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-park-labelled-as-death-trap-by-resident/) - The play area of a Middlesbrough park has been labelled as a “complete death trap” by an angry resident. Local Simon Templar has taken issue with the state of Stewart Park’s play area, saying that Middlesbrough Council does not care about it “one bit”, compared to other councils in the local area who are doing
- [West Yorkshire receives £25 million to bolster its world-class creative industries](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-yorkshire-receives-25-million-to-bolster-its-world-class-creative-industries/) - Creative businesses and freelancers in West Yorkshire are in line for major government support to help them innovate, up-skill and attract private investment. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is one of six UK regions with strengths in creative industries to have been awarded £25 million as part of the Government's Creative Places Growth Fund. This
- [North East Hospital ‘never events’ 68% higher than the next nearest acute trust](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-hospital-never-events-68-higher-than-the-next-nearest-acute-trust/) - A Teesside hospital trust says direct comparisons with its North-East counterparts are unfair when it comes to the number of medical mistakes committed by staff. Analysis of official data shows in the past five years South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recorded 27 so-called ‘never events’. This was 68% higher than the next nearest acute
- [This month at Kirklees Council: From a landmark agreement to a new anti-social behaviour strategy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/this-month-at-kirklees-council-from-a-landmark-agreement-to-a-new-anti-social-behaviour-strategy/) - As September is coming to a close, we look back at the most important decisions made by Kirklees Council. Below are some of the standout moments from council business this month. Landmark deal on future of Accu Stadium After years in the making, an agreement was finally reached between Huddersfield Town, Kirklees Council and the
- [New images shared of West Yorkshire's '£10.5m' bus station](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-images-shared-of-west-yorkshires-10-5m-bus-station/) - New images have been shared as West Yorkshire’s first Weaver Network branded bus station takes shape in Heckmondwike. The £10.5m facility is being delivered by Kirklees Council in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and will include: more stops, extra indoor seating, cycle parking, solar panels, a green roof, a Changing Places room
- [Spice FM nominated for Radio Station of the Year at the Asian Media Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/spice-fm-nominated-for-radio-station-of-the-year-at-the-asian-media-awards/) - Newcastle upon Tyne's Spice FM is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for Radio Station of the Year at this year’s prestigious Asian Media Awards. The nomination highlights the station’s dedication to innovative broadcasting, community engagement, and celebrating the richness of Asian culture in the UK. Spice FM's nomination stands alongside established heavyweights
- [Weekend of celebration planned in ‘boldest’ Bradford South Asian Festival yet](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/weekend-of-celebration-planned-in-boldest-bradford-south-asian-festival-yet/) - Bradford South Asian Festival's Shadmanny! weekender is coming this 11 and 12 October, and will all be themed around the joyful, colourful traditions of South Asian weddings. The dazzling two-day celebration, taking place at the newly redeveloped Bradford Arts Centre, will be filled with music, film, food, arts and craft workshops, storytelling and immersive experiences. Shadmanny! is a cheeky,
- [Man ordered to pay over £20k for breach of Planning Enforcement Notice](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/man-ordered-to-pay-over-20k-for-breach-of-planning-enforcement-notice/) - A man has been ordered by a judge at Bradford Magistrates Court to pay over £20,000 for a breach of a Planning Enforcement Notice. Mr Mohammed Amin failed to comply with a Planning Enforcement Notice issued by Bradford Council in respect of his property at 109 Oak Lane. The offence related to the unauthorised installation
- [Patients at Bradford Teaching Hospitals benefit from cutting-edge 3D digital technology and printing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/patients-at-bradford-teaching-hospitals-benefit-from-cutting-edge-3d-digital-technology-and-printing/) - A 3D intra-oral scanner and 3D printer is transforming reconstructive surgery for patients in Bradford who have gone through head and neck cancer treatment and major trauma. Thanks to the new digital 3D intra-oral scanner, funded by Bradford Hospitals Charity, patients now only need a quick five-minute appointment for their teeth and gums to be
- [Leading Bradford liver specialist calls on public to confirm their wishes and join the organ donor register](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leading-bradford-liver-specialist-calls-on-public-to-confirm-their-wishes-and-join-the-organ-donor-register/) - A leading Bradford liver specialist is calling on people to confirm their donation decision and join the NHS Organ Donor Register today, as he says too many patients are dying, waiting for the transplant that never comes. Consultant Hepatologist, Doctor Muhammad Salman, who is based at Bradford Royal Infirmary, part of Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS
- [Pink Chai Day: Breaking silence, breaking stigma](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/pink-chai-day-breaking-silence-breaking-stigma/) - When Councillor Henna Chowdhury pours a cup of pink chai, she sees more than tradition. She sees a safe space where women can gather, talk openly and crucially say words that are still hushed in South Asian families: breast, cancer, lump, screening. “Pink chai is comfort, togetherness,” she told Asian Standard. “But it can also
- [Cutting-edge rail ticket technology trials launch in the North](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cutting-edge-rail-ticket-technology-trials-launch-in-the-north/) - Passengers in the North are the latest to benefit from simplified train tickets, with the further roll out of digital trials. From today (29 September), rail passengers travelling on Northern trains between Harrogate and Leeds will find it even easier to take the train over the Arthington Viaduct to visit the Kirkstall Abbey, get to and
- [Remote monitoring introduced for urological cancer patients](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/remote-monitoring-introduced-for-urological-cancer-patients/) - Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust has set up a remote monitoring service for urological cancer patients, freeing up thousands of appointments, and giving follow up patients a far better and more efficient service. The service was established because urological cancer patients were coming into hospital for unnecessary follow up appointments, causing them inconvenience and disruption,
- [£50 million pot pledged to tackle city’s ‘frustrating’ pothole problem](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/50-million-pot-pledged-to-tackle-citys-frustrating-pothole-problem/) - Newcastle City Council has unveiled new plans to spend £50 million in a bid to try and curb the city’s rampant pothole problem. It comes after estimates this summer that the total cost of repairing Newcastle’s highways network is £250 million. Council leader Karen Kilgour admitted that the new cash would not be enough on
- [New funding for Park End will make a "huge" difference](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-funding-for-park-end-will-make-a-huge-difference/) - Park End is set to benefit from a decade-long £20m investment. Described as “huge” by local MP Luke Myer, the news has also been welcomed by Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke and ward Councillor Mick Saunders. The money can be used for a variety of purposes, including creating better parks, or fixing up empty buildings –
- [Fifth betting shop to open in Bradford city centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/fifth-betting-shop-to-open-in-bradford-city-centre/) - A fifth betting shop will open on a city centre street after a Government inspector dismissed public health concerns that this would be too many. Last year Bradford Council refused planning permission to convert a former bar on Broadway into a new branch of Jenningsbet. That stretch of Broadway has six units, a Subway, four
- [Noor Inayat Khan’s message of peace resonates in heart of London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/noor-inayat-khans-message-of-peace-resonates-in-heart-of-london/) - Even as the Unite the Kingdom rally descended into violent clashes with its divisive messaging, there was a quiet corner of London that commemorated Noor Inayat Khan – a World War II British Indian heroine who valiantly fought against the forces of hate. Noor’s memorial stands at Gordon Square to remind future generations of her
- [Hospital staff facing “moral distress” over care for newborns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/hospital-staff-facing-moral-distress-over-care-for-newborns/) - A lack of mental health support has left hospital staff in distress as they care for newborn babies at a short-staffed NHS trust. Concerns were raised after an external review was carried out into neonatal services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTH). It found staffing levels did not meet the required standards during a visit to
- [Spectacular aerial show comes to Shipley this weekend](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/spectacular-aerial-show-comes-to-shipley-this-weekend/) - A spectacular show featuring aerial acrobatics, opera, dance and choir of over 150 locals will come to Shipley this weekend as the town hosts a major City of Culture event. Shipley’s newly renovated Market Square and the skies above it will host Bloom on Friday and Saturday evening, with thousands expected to descend on the
- [New Green councillor says he'll work with Labour former colleagues](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-green-councillor-says-hell-work-with-labour-former-colleagues/) - One of Barking and Dagenham’s three new Green councillors has said he wants to work with his former colleagues – after leaving the Labour Party last week. But Labour deputy council leader Saima Ashraf accused the three of acting out of “vanity” and “self-interest”. Speaking on Wednesday 24 September to the council’s assembly – its
- [Council-owned home sold at auction](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-owned-home-sold-at-auction/) - A council-owned property that went to auction this week has sold for £80,000. 84 Broadstone Way went under the hammer at an online property auction by Pugh, with a guide price of £75,000. It ended up selling slightly above that guide price. The listing described the house, which has been empty for years, as a
- [New Government 'Pride in Place' funding allocated to the Holme Wood area](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-government-pride-in-place-funding-allocated-to-the-holme-wood-area/) - A £20 million investment in a Bradford community that has been “left behind for too long” has been welcomed. The new Government “Pride in Place” funding will see £2m allocation to the Holme Wood area each year for the next decade, and it will be up to local people to decide how the funding is
- [Cancer awareness event for Bradford women](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cancer-awareness-event-for-bradford-women/) - Bradford Teaching Hospitals’ gynaecology and breast cancer nurse specialists, along with the screening teams, are joining forces with the Islam Bradford Centre Sisters’ group and Muslim cancer charity, Safeena, to give an awareness talk on women’s cancers. The Women’s Cancer Awareness event will take place at the Islam Bradford Centre on Sunday 12 October after
- [Film worker pledge surpasses 5,000 signatures as top talent boycotts Israeli film institutions](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/film-worker-pledge-surpasses-5000-signatures-as-top-talent-boycotts-israeli-film-institutions/) - More than 5,000 film workers worldwide have pledged to refuse collaboration with Israeli film institutions and companies described as “implicated in genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.” Launched in early September with 1,200 signatories, the Film Worker Pledge marks the first major international industry-wide refusal to engage with complicit Israeli film institutions. Organisers say
- [Lister Park and Cartwright Hall make second appearance on Antiques Roadshow this Sunday](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/lister-park-and-cartwright-hall-make-second-appearance-on-antiques-roadshow-this-sunday/) - This Sunday's (28 September) Antiques Roadshow will once again feature Bradford's Lister Park and Cartwright Hall Art Gallery as its backdrop. The park and gallery, which have both been run by Bradford Council for 121 years, have recently been used for the filming of two editions of the BBC's Antiques Roadshow in recognition of Bradford
- [Cinema for Gaza announces star-studded fundraiser with Pride & Prejudice Table Read](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cinema-for-gaza-announces-star-studded-fundraiser-with-pride-prejudice-table-read/) - A host of household names are set to bring Jane Austen’s beloved Pride & Prejudice to life in a one-off charity performance in London, raising urgent funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). The special table read, hosted by comedian Nish Kumar and directed by We Are Lady Parts creator Nida Manzoor, will take place
- [32,760 hours: The cost of staying alive for an ethnic minority patient on dialysis](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/32760-hours-the-cost-of-staying-alive-for-an-ethnic-minority-patient-on-dialysis/) - More than 30,000 people in the UK are currently on dialysis. On average, patients typically spend three days a week on a dialysis machine, for four-hour sessions, adding up to around 624 hours every year – often for years on end. That's nearly two full months of every year spent on staying alive. For most, dialysis
- [Topping out ceremony marks milestone in multi-million-pound Bradford College building project](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/topping-out-ceremony-marks-milestone-in-multi-million-pound-bradford-college-building-project/) - Bradford College marked a significant milestone as governors and special guests gathered at the £19.3 million Junction Mills development for a commemorative topping-out ceremony. The college event celebrated the highest point of the building's structure being put in place, signalling the next phase of work to create a cutting-edge training facility for automotive, digital, and
- [Women come together with powerful voice to attract youth and diversity in transport sector](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/women-come-together-with-powerful-voice-to-attract-youth-and-diversity-in-transport-sector/) - Three influential groups representing women in public transport gathered for the first time this week to discuss the challenges in attracting young women and girls to consider careers in the industry. The Power of Connectivity was held in Bradford, by Women in Bus & Coach, Women in Transport and Women in Rail. It was addressed
- [Family Legacy revived in Bradford's supermarket scene](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/family-legacy-revived-in-bradfords-supermarket-scene/) - A family business restructure is paving the way for a bold new era in Bradford’s multicultural supermarket landscape. At the heart of this story lies the Alam family, pioneers of the city’s Halal grocery trade since the early 1980s. Operating under the much-loved brands Worldwide and Al Halal, brothers Mohammed Arshad Alam and Pervez Alam
- [“An off-ramp from alcohol”: Balal Ahmed on faith, family and building an inclusive alternative to gin](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/an-off-ramp-from-alcohol-balal-ahmed-on-faith-family-and-building-an-inclusive-alternative-to-gin/) - When Balal Ahmed talks about why he launched an alcohol-free gin, the story doesn’t begin in a laboratory or a boardroom. It begins in a corner. “For the best part of 40 years, I was the only one not drinking,” he told Asian Standard. “After three, four, five hours, you’re left with an orange juice
- [Ministers must act to save “uniquely exposed” Londoners from leasehold dangers](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ministers-must-act-to-save-uniquely-exposed-londoners-from-leasehold-dangers/) - Leasehold homes are a “source of problems and financial stress” for Londoners who “cannot and should not wait any longer” for radical reforms to the system, ministers have been told. Zoe Garbett, the chair of the London Assembly Housing Committee, said the capital was “uniquely exposed” to leasehold issues, which include high service charges and
- [West London council called out by housing watchdog over case involving a disabled child](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/west-london-council-called-out-by-housing-watchdog-over-case-involving-a-disabled-child/) - A West London council has been called out by the housing watchdog over its handling of a case involving a disabled child. Hounslow Council is one of six landlords listed in a report calling out “silent severe maladministration”, and the only London borough included. This relates to a case where Hounslow Council left a disabled
- [Huddersfield Station to re-open next week with major changes until 2027](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-station-to-re-open-next-week-with-major-changes-until-2027/) - Huddersfield rail passengers are being told to plan ahead, as the station prepares to re-open with some major changes. After nearly a month of full closure, Huddersfield Railway Station is getting ready to be back up and running from Monday, 29 September, though things will be very different. The station will use three rebuilt and
- [Council-owned hotel cancels planned launch of new Advance UK party](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-owned-hotel-cancels-planned-launch-of-new-advance-uk-party/) - A hotel owned by Newcastle City Council has cancelled a planned conference that it is understood would have seen the launch of a new political party backed by Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk. Advance UK, led by ex-Reform co-deputy leader Ben Habib, was due to host the launch event at the Crowne Plaza on Saturday.
- [Bradford to host "best of Great British art”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-to-host-best-of-great-british-art/) - The art world descended on a Bradford gallery this week as the city prepares to host one of the world’s most prestigious art prizes. Cartwright Hall in Lister Park is hosting this year’s Turner Prize, and on Tuesday opened its doors to the national and international art media ahead of the exhibition opening to the
- [Two North East Greggs granted 24 hours opening times despite crime 'fears'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/two-north-east-greggs-granted-24-hours-opening-times-despite-crime-fears/) - Two branches of North East bakery giant Greggs in central Newcastle will be allowed to open 24 hours a day despite fears they could become a “focal point” for crime. The chain had applied for a new licence from Newcastle City Council to extend the hours at stores on Grainger Street and opposite Central Station.
- [North East to benefit from 'boldest projects' in the country](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-to-benefit-from-boldest-projects-in-the-country/) - North East leaders have agreed bold new plans that could turbocharge regeneration on both sides of the River Tyne. Cabinet members on the North East Combined Authority agreed to create a new mayoral development zone. It is hoped this will speed up projects in Gateshead and Newcastle. It is hoped the move will help bring
- [What the Autumn Equinox means for South Asian traditions – From prayer timings to festival fasts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/what-the-autumn-equinox-means-for-south-asian-traditions-from-prayer-timings-to-festival-fasts/) - As of last night’s autumn equinox, 22 September at 7.20 pm, we’ve officially entered astronomical autumn. Today is the first day we’ll feel its effects: sunsets will begin creeping earlier, nights will grow longer, and the rhythm of our lives subtly shifts. For most people in Britain, the equinox signals the arrival of shorter days,
- [TfL must 'do more' as physical assaults and hate crimes rise](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tfl-must-do-more-as-physical-assaults-and-hate-crimes-rise/) - Transport for London (TfL) must do more to crack down on the “disgraceful” number of bus drivers being assaulted in London, the UK’s largest trade union has said. New figures obtained via a Freedom of Information request showed there were 818 physical assaults and hate crimes against drivers on duty in 2024 – up from
- [Bradford Shopping Centre demolition expected to 'last a year'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-shopping-centre-demolition-expected-to-last-a-year/) - The demolition of Bradford’s Kirkgate Shopping Centre is expected to last a year – raising concerns that the city could be left with another “hole in the ground.” But Bradford Council’s regeneration boss has argued that any city undergoing regeneration is going to have its fair share of building sites. Members of Bradford Council’s Regeneration
- [Liverpool’s Merseyside Derby win steals the headlines in the Premier League this week](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/liverpools-merseyside-derby-win-steals-the-headlines-in-the-premier-league-this-week/) - The first match of the weekend saw Arne Slot’s Liverpool host David Moyes’ Everton at Anfield. The reigning champions were looking to win their fifth league match in a row, while the Toffees were targeting their third win of the season in the league. The red side of the city were the first to celebrate,
- [Safia Middleton-Patel’s inspiring journey to being a goalkeeper at Manchester United and how she deals with Autism](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/safia-middleton-patels-inspiring-journey-to-being-a-goalkeeper-at-manchester-united-and-how-she-deals-with-autism/) - Safia Middleton-Patel, aged 20, plays for Manchester United’s women’s first team and represents Wales’ national team. The goalkeeper has made five international appearances and has featured for the Red Devils making her debut against Newcastle United, back in 2024. Her mother is Welsh, and her father is Indian, making her part of a very small
- [The Asia Cup T20 tournament enters the winners stage as all teams eye up a place in the final](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/the-asia-cup-t20-tournament-enters-the-winners-stage-as-all-teams-eye-up-a-place-in-the-final/) - The 2025 Asia Cup T20’s group stage came to a close with four teams securing their spot in the winners stage. India and Pakistan both advanced from Group A, while Sri Lanka and Bangladesh both made it out of Group B. The United Arab Emirates, Oman, Afghanistan and Hong Kong all crashed out of the
- [New 'regional multi-million pound funding' to help Gateshead Council reduce child poverty](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-regional-multi-million-pound-funding-to-help-gateshead-council-reduce-child-poverty/) - Gateshead Council is setting in motion a plan for child poverty amid new regional multi-million pound funding to tackle the issue. According to regional statistics almost 12,500 babies, children, and young people in Gateshead alone are growing up in poverty. Following the approval of the North East Combined Authority’s (NECA) £28.6m child poverty fund in
- [Slough Borough Council budget report shows ‘eye watering’ overspend](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/slough-borough-council-budget-report-shows-eye-watering-overspend/) - A cabinet member has warned Slough Borough Council is facing a ‘serious financial challenge’ after a budget report showed an ‘eye watering’ £20.7million overspend. At a cabinet meeting on Monday, 15 September, cllrs scrutinised the financial position for the first quarter of the financial year 2025/2026. A report showed the projected overspend was £20.7million, but
- [A “real betrayal”: Proposed London police station front desk closure sparks backlash](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/proposed-closure-of-london-police-station-front-desk-a-real-betrayal-of-residents/) - The proposed closure of a North London borough’s last remaining police station front desk risks leaving residents feeling more vulnerable and anxious amid rising crime rates, local politicians have said. The front desk at Harrow Police Station is one of 18 set to close across London as the Metropolitan Police tries to cut costs amid
- [Campaigners against demolition of London buildings take case to High Court](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/campaigners-against-demolition-of-london-buildings-take-case-to-high-court/) - Campaigners contesting the demolition of two buildings by the Barbican estate have been granted approval to take their case to the High Court. Barbican Quarter Organisation (BQO) had sought to contest the City of London Corporation’s decision to green-light knocking down Bastion House and the former Museum of London and construct three office buildings in
- [Leeds City Council to renew care homes contract](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-city-council-to-renew-care-homes-contract/) - A housing provider is set to continue caring for elderly people at two homes under the renewal of a council contract worth £2m over five years. Leeds City Council decided to continue funding the Extra Care schemes Box Tree Court in Boston Spa and Lady Ida Lodge in Cookridge. The homes, operated by Housing 21,
- [Leeds residents in temporary accommodation rise due to 'chronic housing crisis'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-residents-in-temporary-accommodation-rise-due-to-chronic-housing-crisis/) - The number of people living in temporary accommodation has continued to rise as council bosses seek to tackle a chronic housing crisis. Latest figures show 439 families were in emergency housing at the end of July this year, up from just eight in March 2022 and 148 at the end of March 2024. Leeds City
- [Historic First: Adeeba Malik becomes UK’s first female Lord Lieutenant of Asian heritage](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/historic-first-adeeba-malik-becomes-uks-first-female-lord-lieutenant-of-asian-heritage/) - History has been made in West Yorkshire with the appointment of Professor Adeeba Malik, CBE, DL, as His Majesty’s new Lord-Lieutenant of the county. The King confirmed her appointment, which will take effect on 22 December 2025, when the current Lord-Lieutenant, Ed Anderson CBE, steps down after his distinguished service. Professor Malik, 58, becomes the
- [COLUMN: Palestine recognised – But reality remains unchanged](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-palestine-recognised-but-reality-remains-unchanged/) - The UK government has finally recognised Palestine as a state. For some, this is being hailed as a bold and historic decision, a moral turning point in Britain’s relationship with the Middle East. The headlines suggest something seismic has happened. But for the people living under military occupation, siege, and daily bombardment, the reality is
- [Billionaires, stars and pioneers honoured at glittering Asian Achievers Awards in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/billionaires-stars-and-pioneers-honoured-at-glittering-asian-achievers-awards-in-london/) - A gathering worth more than £30 billion filled London’s Grosvenor House on Friday 19 September as the 23rd Asian Achievers Awards crowned some of the most influential figures in British Asian life. The UK’s most prestigious celebration of South Asian achievement, the awards drew in billionaires, celebrities, sports icons and community leaders, reaffirming its reputation
- [Community centre says new outdoor stage could 'ease problem of isolation'](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/community-centre-says-new-outdoor-stage-could-ease-problem-of-isolation/) - A new stage in the grounds of a community centre could host concerts and other events, and help “ease the problem of isolation.” A planning application to install an outside stage at the New Keith Thompson Centre in the Braithwaite area of Keighley has been submitted to Bradford Council. Based on Coronation Mount, the new
- [Newcastle humanitarian joins flotilla to Gaza in defiance of blockade](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-humanitarian-joins-flotilla-to-gaza-in-defiance-of-blockade/) - A Newcastle aid worker set sail on 18 September as part of an international flotilla bound for Gaza, aiming to deliver humanitarian aid and shine a spotlight on the blockade of the territory. Ruhi Akhtar, founder of grassroots charity Refugee Biriyani & Bananas, boarded the Global Sumud Flotilla on Thursday morning. The convoy brings together
- [Empty house described as "renovation project" to be sold at auction by Bradford Council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/empty-house-described-as-renovation-project-to-be-sold-at-auction-by-bradford-council/) - An empty house owned by Bradford Council will be sold at auction next week – but any buyer will have to make the property liveable within six months. 84 Broadstone Way will go under the hammer at an online property auction on Tuesday, 23 September with a guide price of £75,000. The listing, by Pugh
- [Regal Foods acquires Suncrest soft drinks brand ahead of Diwali launch](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/regal-foods-acquires-suncrest-soft-drinks-brand-ahead-of-diwali-launch/) - Bradford-based food group Regal Foods has announced the acquisition of Suncrest, a well-known soft drinks brand established in 1985. Suncrest, recognised for its distinctive tropical fruit-flavoured drinks, offers both still and carbonated beverages in bottled, canned and carton formats. Popular flavours include mango, tropical, lychee, guava, coconut water, aloe vera and the South Asian favourite,
- [A new era dawns for Bombay Stores](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-new-era-dawns-for-bombay-stores/) - Since 1957, Bombay Stores has been more than a shop, it’s been a landmark. As the UK’s first South Asian department store, it has shaped Bradford’s cultural and retail landscape for nearly 70 years. Now, the iconic store is entering an exciting new chapter, transforming into a spectacular retail experience inspired by Dubai’s legendary IBN
- [Residents’ view on plans for new SL13 route](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-view-on-plans-for-new-sl13-route/) - West London residents have hailed a new Superloop bus route to speed up journeys between West and North West London as a “great idea”, though others have suggested an improved Tube service is also needed. Passengers at Ealing Broadway – one of the key stops on the proposed SL13 route – shared their views on
- [Inside Our Cultural Heart as Huddersfield set for ‘once in a generation-scale change’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/inside-our-cultural-heart-as-huddersfield-set-for-once-in-a-generation-scale-change/) - Huddersfield town centre is in for a “once in a generation-scale of change” as elements of Our Cultural Heart count down to a summer 2026 opening. The project is made up of five phases that are gradually transforming the Piazza area of the town. The first phase, which covers a food hall, library and public
- [Plan for EV charging bays in city centre temple car park is approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-for-ev-charging-bays-in-city-centre-temple-car-park-is-approved/) - Plans to install EV charging bays in the car park of a city centre temple have been approved by Bradford Council. This Summer an application for four chargers on a car park in Peckover Street in Little Germany was submitted to Bradford Council by Swarco Smart Charging Ltd. The car park is associated with the
- [Cricket club plans to introduce padel courts](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/cricket-club-plans-to-introduce-padel-courts/) - A cricket club has revealed plans to bring the fastest growing sport in the world to its home. Woodlands Cricket Club in Oakenshaw has applied for planning permission to create two Padel courts at its Albert Terrace site, saying introducing the sport will “broaden the club’s offering to the wider community.” Padel is a racquet
- [Councillors praise brownie business - but stop short of granting 3am licence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-praise-brownie-business-but-stop-short-of-granting-3am-licence/) - The owners of a viral Bradford food destination have been praised for the rapid growth of their business But the founders of Brownie Pointss have not been granted the 3am licence they had applied to Bradford Council for. At a meeting of the Council’s Licensing Panel on Wednesday members heard an application by the dessert
- [Mayor told to “come clean” after TfL suppressed report showing LTNs don’t cut car use](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-told-to-come-clean-after-tfl-suppressed-report-showing-ltns-dont-cut-car-use/) - Sir Sadiq Khan has been urged to “come clean” over whether he was involved in suppressing taxpayer-funded research that showed Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) do not reduce car use. Transport for London (TfL) decided not to publish the Travel and Places study after it found that LTNs did not encourage commuters to drive less, it
- [Police appeal to trace missing Bradford man](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-appeal-to-trace-missing-bradford-man/) - West Yorkshire Police have launched an appeal to help trace a man who has gone missing from Bradford. Manzoor Ahmed, 33, was reported missing this morning. Officers say they are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare. Mr Ahmed is described as an Asian male, 5ft 9ins tall, of slim build, with black hair, glasses and
- [Bradford scientist awarded £2.2m to pioneer battery less healing technology](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-scientist-awarded-2-2m-to-pioneer-battery-less-healing-technology/) - A Bradford academic has secured a £2.2 million research fellowship to develop revolutionary “self-powered” implants that could transform healthcare and cement the city’s role as a global hub for medical innovation. Dr Arathyram Ramachandra Kurup Sasikala, Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Bradford’s Institute of Health and Social Care, has been awarded
- [Town centre shops can apply for grants to boost frontages](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/town-centre-shops-can-apply-for-grants-to-boost-frontages/) - A new scheme to improve the look of shops in a regenerated town centre has been launched. Business property owners and tenants in Shipley have been encouraged to apply for grants that will allow them to spruce up their shop frontages. The grants are being offered through the Shipley Towns Fund. They will cover 80
- [Opponents slam ‘outrageous’ Newcastle decision to dismiss vote calling for waste incinerator exit](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/opponents-slam-outrageous-newcastle-decision-to-dismiss-vote-calling-for-waste-incinerator-exit/) - Council leaders in Newcastle have been accused of “preventing future generations from reducing waste and recycling more”, after refusing to back out of a £2 billion waste incinerator deal. Newcastle City Council’s Labour cabinet this week confirmed that it will not withdraw from the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF) contract it is entering into
- [Freedom of the City nominations for ‘remarkable individuals’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/freedom-of-the-city-nominations-for-remarkable-individuals/) - Proposals to recognise two “remarkable” city figures with prestigious civic awards have taken a step forward, following a decision by senior councillors. Sunderland City Council’s Labour cabinet, at a meeting this week, backed new nominations for the Honorary Freedom of the City, the highest honour the city can bestow. Freedoms are traditionally given by Sunderland
- [Councillors complain about failed call-in](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-complain-about-failed-call-in/) - Councillors have voiced their frustration over a failed call-in that unfolded over the summer. Members of TVCA’s overview and scrutiny committee vented their anger at an error in the constitution (which has now been corrected), along with the general inaccessibility of documents, with Hartlepool Labour Councillor Rachel Creevy highlighting how she isn’t surrounded by a
- [Funding reduced for new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/funding-reduced-for-new-royal-victoria-dock-bridge/) - Proposed council funding for a new footbridge across Royal Victoria Dock has been cut by almost half. Newham Council leaders agreed yesterday (Tuesday 16 September) to contribute £6.9million towards building the bridge. It came after councillors challenged a previous plan to spend almost double that. Labour mayor Rokshana Fiaz said the money would help pay
- [Urban children set to miss out on nature after education centre closes](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/welsh-harp-environmental-education-centre/) - “No amount of videos or worksheets can replace the excitement of pond dipping, the thrill of holding a newt in the hand or sense of discovery when collecting seeds from different trees in the autumn.” Former Headteacher and Local Authority School Governor, Martin Francis, fears the closure of the Welsh Harp Environmental Education Centre (WHEEC)
- [Bradford Asian Restaurants scoop top honours at 2025 Asian Restaurant Awards](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-asian-restaurants-scoop-top-honours-at-2025-asian-restaurant-awards/) - Bradford’s renowned dining scene has once again been recognised on the national stage, with three of the city’s best-loved Asian restaurants taking home top honours at the Asian Restaurant Awards 2025, which was held in Manchester on Monday (15 September). The three Bradford Restaurants winners are: Lala’s Restaurant - won the Asian Restaurant of the
- [Mayor accused of “staying silent” despite knowing about police station front counter closures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-accused-of-staying-silent-despite-knowing-about-police-station-front-counter-closures/) - The Mayor of London and his deputy policing lead have been accused of “staying silent” on the Metropolitan Police’s decision to close almost half of the city’s station front counters – despite knowing months in advance. The force has proposed to slash the number of publicly accessible front counters from 37 to 19, as it
- [Care services prioritised over green projects](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/care-services-prioritised-over-green-projects/) - Council leaders have reiterated a pledge to prioritise care services over net zero projects. The comments came as the Reform UK-led Durham County Council responded to concerns from opposition members over the party’s choice not to install solar panels on council buildings. Liberal Democrat opposition councillors say the decarbonisation scheme, initially proposed for eight buildings,
- [North East £2.50 bus fare cap set for three month extension to March 2026](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-2-50-bus-fare-cap-set-for-three-month-extension-to-march-2026/) - A £2.50 cap on the cost of bus journeys across the North East looks set to be extended by at least three months. North East mayor Kim McGuinness and council leaders are due to sign off on proposals next week to keep the £2.50 limit for an adult’s single bus ticket in place until the
- [Restaurant employed illegal worker, Council panel told](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/restaurant-employed-illegal-worker-council-panel-told/) - A councillor has said Bradford Council needs to “root out” illegal working in the district after stripping a business of its premises licence. Woody Joes on Leeds Road was visited by immigration officers in December 2024, when they found one of the staff there had no right to work in the UK. The business was
- [More devolution powers for Mayor of London a “no-brainer”, ministers told](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/more-devolution-powers-for-mayor-of-london-a-no-brainer-ministers-told/) - Giving London more fiscal powers to impose a tourism levy and strengthen the Mayor’s office is a “no-brainer” to boost both the capital and the entire UK economy, senior London politicians have argued. Ministers have been urged to amend the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill currently making its way through parliament to allow Sir
- [Slough report shows £43million spent on retrospective purchase orders](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/slough-report-shows-43million-spent-on-retrospective-purchase-orders/) - A councillor has warned about the ‘huge amount of uncontrolled cash’ being spent by Slough council without proper prior authorisation. At a meeting last week, councillors heard that, since April, Slough Borough Council has already spent £43million using retrospective purchase orders. Every time a council decides to spend money on goods and services, a purchase
- [Local reactions to Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/local-reactions-to-tommy-robinsons-unite-the-kingdom-rally/) - The huge Unite the Kingdom rally in London led by Tommy Robinson has received mixed reactions from people in the area. The event, dubbed a ‘free speech festival’, was the biggest of a series of rallies organised by Mr Robinson. At least 25 people were arrested as small clashes with police broke out. Paul King,
- [Labour 'not worried' as councillors defect to Green Party](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/labour-not-worried-as-councillors-defect-to-green-party/) - A senior Labour councillor in Barking and Dagenham has said she is “not worried” after three of her colleagues defected to the Green Party this week. Councillors Moin Quadri, Victoria Hornby and Faruk Choudhury announced they had left the Labour Party for the Greens on Monday (15 September). They said Labour had “turned its back
- [Councillor suspended over 'foul' tweets calling for 'maximum damage' to Israel](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-suspended-over-foul-tweets-calling-for-maximum-damage-to-israel/) - A Redbridge councillor will be temporarily suspended from his committee roles over ‘offensive’ social media posts condemning Israel. Independent councillor Kabir Mahmud was investigated by Redbridge Council over a string of anti-Israel messages he posted to politicians on X last year. The Clayhill ward councillor called for Israel to be attacked with “more powerful rockets”
- [Immersive exhibition on controversial ‘Bussing Out’ policy to embark on national tour](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/immersive-exhibition-on-controversial-bussing-out-policy-to-embark-on-national-tour/) - An immersive exhibition exploring the controversial 1960s and 1970s policy of ‘bussing out’ non-white children is set to tour six cities across England, following major funding from Arts Council England and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Bussing Out, created by Theatre in the Mill at the University of Bradford, recreates the experience aboard a 1970s
- [Group of women brave Mount Snowdon to raise funds for Gaza ](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/group-of-women-brave-mount-snowdon-to-raise-funds-for-gaza/) - A group of women determined women took on the challenging heights of Mount Snowdon in Wales on the 14 September to raise vital funds for mothers and children in Gaza, who have been severely affected by the ongoing conflict. The team, calling themselves Girls for Gaza, represent a diverse group of everyday heroes from teachers
- [Bradford honours Bangladeshi heritage with landmark cultural celebration](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-honours-bangladeshi-heritage-with-landmark-cultural-celebration/) - Over 100 invited guests, including the Lord Mayor of Bradford, Cllr Mohammed Shafiq, community leaders, and distinguished figures from across the city, came together for a landmark cultural event celebrating the Bangladeshi community’s rich heritage and its contribution to Bradford’s social fabric. The evening, held at BEAP Community Partnership, was marked by two major cultural
- [Council lodges plans for new children's home in South Shields](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-lodges-plans-for-new-childrens-home-in-south-shields/) - Plans for a new children’s home in the South Shields area have been submitted to council development chiefs. South Tyneside Council has submitted an application to its own planning department seeking permission for the change of use of a property at West Avenue in the borough’s Harton ward. This includes a proposed change of use
- [Osman Khan appointed Deputy Chief Constable at West Yorkshire Police, marking milestone in senior leadership representation](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/osman-khan-appointed-deputy-chief-constable-at-west-yorkshire-police-marking-milestone-in-senior-leadership-representation/) - Osman Khan KPM has been named as the new Deputy Chief Constable (DCC) of West Yorkshire Police, following a national selection and interview process. The announcement was made by Chief Constable John Robins QPM DL, who confirmed that DCC Khan, previously serving as an Assistant Chief Constable, will step into the role vacated by Catherine
- [Shabana Mahmood becomes first Muslim Home Secretary](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/shabana-mahmood-becomes-first-muslim-home-secretary/) - I have often been critical of the way this country has treated its migrant communities. I have written about unfair media coverage, about hostile government policies, about the constant sense that Muslims are always being asked to prove their loyalty. For many years, it has felt as if the migrant community was seen more as
- [Councillor’s petition prompts action at Kirklees ‘accident blackspot’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-petition-prompts-action-at-kirklees-accident-blackspot/) - A Kirklees “accident blackspot” could soon be getting a speed camera, thanks to a petition backed by over 3,000 residents. The petition, launched earlier this year by Kirkburton ward councillor, John Taylor (Con), demanded immediate steps were taken to improve road safety at the Carr Lane/Cross Lane junction and the neighbouring Sovereign junction in Shepley.
- [Tough measures for social landlords come into force from next month](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/tough-measures-for-social-landlords-come-into-force-from-next-month/) - Kirklees Council says it is prepared for the roll out of tough measures for social housing landlords when Awaab’s Law is introduced next month. From 27 October, 2025, social landlords will have to address damp, mould and condensation (DMC) hazards and other emergency hazards within strict timescales as Awaab’s Law comes into effect. The law,
- [Sathnam Sanghera chronicles Journeys of Empire to capture ‘massive’ British history](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/sathnam-sanghera-chronicles-journeys-of-empire-to-capture-massive-british-history/) - A rebellious pirate queen who sailed the seas on her perilous adventures, the tragic true story of Pocahontas and Mahatma Gandhi's extraordinary Salt March – these are just some of the intriguing tales that make up Journeys of Empire. London-based author Sathnam Sanghera has chosen 10 complex historical figures for his new book, published this
- ['Unite the Kingdom' march reignites fears for Britain’s minority communities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/unite-the-kingdom-march-reignites-fears-for-britains-minority-communities/) - The “Unite the Kingdom” march held in London on Saturday 13 September, led by far-right figure Tommy Robinson, has sparked renewed debate over racism, national identity and the treatment of Britain’s minority communities, particularly South Asians, who have been part of the nation’s fabric for centuries. London’s Metropolitan Police estimated that between 110,000 and 150,000
- [Yorkshire entrepreneurs urged to sign up for free Business Finance Week event](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/yorkshire-entrepreneurs-urged-to-sign-up-for-free-business-finance-week-event/) - Unity Enterprise and the Yorkshire Asian Business Association (YABA) are co-hosting a free event in Leeds next month to provide entrepreneurs with expert insights on financial strategies to help their business grow and thrive. Taking place at Leeds Media Centre on Wednesday 1 October, the gathering – titled “Profit, Plan, Prosper: Financial Strategies for Business Development”
- [Asian Achievers Awards to honour Ravi Sharma with a Special Award for Contribution to Broadcasting](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/asian-achievers-awards-to-honour-ravi-sharma-with-a-special-award-for-contribution-to-broadcasting/) - The Asian Achievers Awards will this year honour one of Britain’s favourite radio broadcasters, Ravi Sharma, with a Special Award for Contribution to Broadcasting. The Awards are now in their 23rd year and are the UK’s most prominent and longstanding celebration of British Asian achievement across multiple fields. This ceremony will take place on Friday 19 September 2025 at
- [Domestic violence charity calls for Mayor to prevent “funding cliff edge” as revenue cut off](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/domestic-violence-charity-calls-for-mayor-to-prevent-funding-cliff-edge-as-revenue-cut-off/) - A domestic violence charity which has provided safe accommodation to hundreds of migrant women in London fears for its future after funding was cut by City Hall. Southall Black Sisters (SBS), which supports migrant victim-survivors with no access to public funds, will see their current funding stream from the Mayor’s Office for Policing And Crime
- [Uber driver who refused to pick up passenger with guide dog is sentenced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/uber-driver-who-refused-to-pick-up-passenger-with-guide-dog-is-sentenced/) - An Uber driver has been sentenced by a court after he “simply refused” to accept a passenger with a guide dog. Yasar Rehman Butt had been called to pick up a passenger at Smithy Carr Lane in Brighouse on 13 February. But when he realised that his female passenger was visually impaired and uses a
- [New This Girl Can campaign champions South Asian Muslim women in sport and physical activity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-this-girl-can-campaign-champions-south-asian-muslim-women-in-sport-and-physical-activity/) - Sport England’s groundbreaking This Girl Can launches today with a powerful new campaign, We Like the Way You Move, redefining what women getting active looks like and championing under-represented groups, including South Asian Muslim women. Thirteen street-cast women from across England take centre stage in the TV advert, shown moving in ways that reflect their real lives
- [My Lahore’s Ishfaq Farooq hosts charity delegation supporting orphans in Pakistan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/my-lahores-ishfaq-farooq-hosts-charity-delegation-supporting-orphans-in-pakistan/) - The founders of Pakistan’s leading orphan charity, the Almarah Foundation, were hosted in Bradford this week by Director of MyLahore, Ishfaq Farooq, as they look to establish their UK chapter. The foundation, spearheaded by its chairperson Mrs Sophiya Warraich, supports more than 250 orphan children in Pakistan, including children from Christian communities. The charity is
- [Iconic East London estate made famous by rent campaign set for sweeping regeneration](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/iconic-east-london-estate-made-famous-by-rent-campaign-set-for-sweeping-regeneration/) - An iconic housing estate in East London made famous as a battleground between residents and their corporate landlord is set for a sweeping redevelopment next year. Hackney’s New Era estate hit the headlines in 2014 when its close-knit band of tenants campaigned against New York investment firm Westbrook Partners, whom they feared wanted to evict
- [Calls to halt Cleckheaton housing development shut down by council boss](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/calls-to-halt-cleckheaton-housing-development-shut-down-by-council-boss/) - A Kirklees councillor has called for a Cleckheaton housing development to be halted after asbestos dust was found in the homes of those living nearby. Though, a council boss says that this is not necessary. When the construction of 180 homes on a plot of land off Westgate began, residents quickly became concerned by the
- [Huddersfield Cultural Heart takes next steps though concerns remain over venue](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/huddersfield-cultural-heart-takes-next-steps-though-concerns-remain-over-venue/) - The next steps for Huddersfield’s Our Cultural Heart have been agreed, though some concerns relating to the proposed new venue linger on. The venue comes as the fifth and final phase of the project, which includes a multi-storey car park under original plans. This part of the scheme is in the process of undergoing a
- [‘Once in a generation’ plan to improve Kirklees recycling gets Cabinet approval](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/once-in-a-generation-plan-to-improve-kirklees-recycling-gets-cabinet-approval/) - Kirklees Council’s Cabinet has given its seal of approval to “once in a generation” plans which will see glass and food collections rolled out in Kirklees. By 2028, residents will be able to recycle more of their waste through regular kerbside collections. For the first time, this will include separate collections for glass and food
- [Council progresses plan to charge companies thousands for disruption on Kirklees roads](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-progresses-plan-to-charge-companies-thousands-for-disruption-on-kirklees-roads/) - Kirklees Council will be progressing its plans to charge utility companies and contractors thousands of pounds for causing disruption on the borough’s busiest roads. This week, Cabinet approved plans to move forward with a Lane Rental Scheme. This would allow the council to charge organisations a daily fee when they are working on the most
- [Councillors delay basic allowance vote](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-delay-basic-allowance-vote/) - A decision on whether to increase the amount of money that Middlesbrough councillors receive has been deferred for a month. The decision to delay was welcomed by most councillors who attended the full meeting of Middlesbrough Council on Wednesday 10 September, and what was anticipated to be a heated debate didn’t end up materialising. The
- [Staggering levels of childhood obesity](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/staggering-levels-of-childhood-obesity/) - More than half of Middlesbrough’s neighbourhoods see more than 40% of children being either overweight or obese by the time that they reach year six. The figures, shared with Middlesbrough councillors at a scrutiny panel meeting on Monday 8 September, show that there is an increase in the number of kids who are either overweight
- [Khan defends police station front counter closures as “pragmatic” decision from Met](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/khan-defends-police-station-front-counter-closures-as-pragmatic-decision-from-met/) - Closing almost half of London’s police station front counters is a “pragmatic” decision that will improve safety for Londoners, Sir Sadiq Khan has said. The Mayor of London claimed that the Metropolitan Police proposal to cut the number of front counters from 37 to 19 would see more funding go into visible neighbourhood policing. The
- [Council to spend £11.7m on 15 properties in bid to combat homelessness](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-to-spend-11-7m-on-15-properties-in-bid-to-combat-homelessness/) - A North London council has approved plans to spend more than £11.5m purchasing 15 properties as it looks for ways to address the ongoing crisis in temporary accommodation. The local authority said the scheme will “transform the lives” of 15 families by moving them out of hotels and bed and breakfast accommodation. Brent Council’s Cabinet
- [Deputy Mayor slams Building Safety Regulator and Ex-Housing Secretary for London’s housebuilding shortcomings](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/deputy-mayor-slams-building-safety-regulator-and-ex-housing-secretary-michael-gove-for-londons-housebuilding-shortcomings/) - London’s failure to build even a third of the affordable homes it is meant to have started by now is down to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and former Housing Secretary Michael Gove, the city’s Deputy Mayor for Housing has claimed. Tom Copley said the way the BSR – which regulates the construction of higher-risk
- [Nag's Head faces new fight to keep its sexual entertainment venue licence](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nags-head-faces-new-fight-to-keep-its-sexual-entertainment-venue-licence/) - Almost 300 people have objected to a Whitechapel strip club’s request to renew its licence. The Nags Head in Whitechapel Road wants Tower Hamlets Council to renew its sexual entertainment venue licence for another year, but the council has received 299 objections to the application. Many objections said it was inappropriate for a strip club
- [Leyton Orient’s Punjabi O’s and their impeccable impact on the South Asian community](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leyton-orients-punjabi-os-and-their-impeccable-impact-on-the-south-asian-community/) - Founded by Arvi Sahota, the East London supporters’ group who are linked with Leyton Orient Football Club, strive to bring inclusivity and help increase the South Asian community’s footprint on football. In January 2024, Orient made the fan group their official Punjabi supporters’ group, through their excellent work for the community. Earlier this year, back
- [Plans to turn section of bank into security deposit box business can go ahead](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-turn-section-of-bank-into-security-deposit-box-business-can-go-ahead/) - Part of a former town centre bank will be re-opened as a safety deposit box business. The Barclays at the corner of Otley Road and Kirkgate in Shipley Town Centre shut in July 2021, with the company arguing most banking is now done online rather than in person. Plans to turn the upper floor of
- [A man who sold a firework to a 16 year old has been given a community order](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/a-man-who-sold-a-firework-to-a-16-year-old-has-been-given-a-community-order/) - Magistrates were told that fireworks are a “blight on the city of Bradford” during the sentencing hearing of a man who sold a firework to a child. Yasir Mukhtar Choudry was given a community order, including 90 hours of unpaid work, when he appeared at Bradford Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. Choudry, 37, of Duchy Crescent,
- [NHS ambition to see autism referrals for kids in Gateshead fall to just 18 weeks](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/nhs-ambition-to-see-autism-referrals-for-kids-in-gateshead-fall-to-just-18-weeks/) - Children are waiting an average of 64 weeks for an autism diagnosis in Gateshead – however ambitions remain to reduce waits to under 20 weeks. Figures from NHS North East and North Cumbria have revealed a drop in average waiting times for young children aged four and under receiving an autism diagnosis from 84 weeks
- [Brand new images of Huddersfield market as project takes next step](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/brand-new-images-of-huddersfield-market-as-project-takes-next-step/) - A revamped Huddersfield Market is one step closer, as Kirklees Council takes the next steps. A full planning application has now been submitted for the regeneration of the historic market site at Northumberland Street, one of the key projects in the wider Huddersfield Blueprint. Kirklees Council says the plans promise to breathe new life into
- [Councillors to receive update on tram line between Bradford and Leeds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-to-receive-update-on-tram-line-between-bradford-and-leeds/) - Over 5,000 environmental surveys have been carried out as plans for a new tram line between Bradford and Leeds gather pace. West Yorkshire Combined Authority aims to have “spades in the ground” on the new Mass Transit system, which will feature numerous stops between the two cities, in 2028. At a meeting on Thursday, members
- [Plans submitted for flats in historic building site was sold by the council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-submitted-for-flats-in-historic-building-site-was-sold-by-the-council/) - Homes will be created in a historic city centre building if plans can be agreed with the council. The upper floors of grade-II listed Westminster Buildings, next to Kirkgate Market, could be converted into 20 flats. The former hotel, built in the 1870s, was put up for sale by Leeds City Council in February this
- [Councillor feels 'helpless' in face of 'suffering' by tenants waiting for repairs](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-feels-helpless-in-face-of-suffering-by-tenants-waiting-for-repairs/) - Council tenants are “suffering” while waiting for repairs, according to a Newham councillor. Labour councillor Dina Hossain said she sometimes felt “helpless” when residents of her ward in Plaistow West and Canning Town came to her with “heartbreaking” stories of delayed repairs and long waits on the phone to Newham Council. Speaking at a council
- [Indian food champion spotlights vegetables, from the simple to the special](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/indian-food-champion-spotlights-vegetables-from-the-simple-to-the-special/) - Mumbai-born Camellia Panjabi MBE, who divides her time between India and London championing the many wonders of Indian food through her restaurants and writings, has decided to shine the spotlight exclusively on veggies with her latest cookbook. Vegetables: The Indian Way is the result of a 20-year labour of love, collecting and perfecting recipes and
- [Muslim Women’s Council launches new food bank to tackle hunger in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/muslim-womens-council-launches-new-food-bank-to-tackle-hunger-in-bradford/) - A Bradford charity is stepping up its fight against food poverty with the launch of a new food bank service. The Muslim Women’s Council, through its flagship Curry Circle project, has partnered with Nourish & Hope to create the Curry Circle Food Bank – an initiative designed to ensure vulnerable families and individuals can access both freshly prepared hot
- [Permanent exclusions fall in Middlesbrough in 2024/25 but still more than double four years ago](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/permanent-exclusions-fall-in-middlesbrough-in-2024-25-but-still-more-than-double-four-years-ago/) - The number of pupils being permanently excluded from schools in Middlesbrough has fallen in the last year. In the report of Labour Councillor Philippa Storey, Middlesbrough Council’s executive member for education, being presented to full council on Wednesday 10 September, it is confirmed that during the 2024/25 academic year, the number of permanent exclusions (also
- [Newcastle city centre 24-hour car park trial and new evening charges confirmed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-city-centre-24-hour-car-park-trial-and-new-evening-charges-confirmed/) - Two Newcastle city centre car parks will soon be opening overnight on weekends and will have new charges imposed during late hours. Newcastle City Council has confirmed that it is poised to launch a six-month trial in which the Dean Street and Grainger Town multi-storey car parks (MSCPs) will remain open through from Friday morning
- [Uncertainty as NHS job cuts plan is ‘paused’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/uncertainty-as-nhs-job-cuts-plan-is-paused/) - Plans to axe hundreds of health service jobs have been paused amid uncertainty over how redundancy costs will be covered. Staff at the West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) face an uncertain future after millions of pounds of cost-savings were required. Staffing at the ICB, which plans and delivers health services in the county, would
- [Council leader says it is an "urban myth" that Bradford does poor job of collecting Council Tax](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-leader-says-it-is-an-urban-myth-that-bradford-does-poor-job-of-collecting-council-tax/) - IT is an “urban myth” that Bradford Council does a poor job of collecting Council Tax – according to its leader. Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe said new figures show that Bradford was comparable to other similar Council areas in the amount of Council Tax it collects – a figure which stood at 94 per cent in
- [Plan to turn upper floor of club into snooker and shisha lounge is approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-turn-upper-floor-of-club-into-snooker-and-shisha-lounge-is-approved/) - Plans for a city centre shisha bar have been approved – despite concerns from Council officers that the works may not comply with smoking laws. The application for 14-18 Sackville Street would change the use of the upper floors of the nightclub building. The first floor of the building would be converted from office space
- [Bradford Teaching Hospitals opens nominations for community governors](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-teaching-hospitals-opens-nominations-for-community-governors/) - Bradford residents are being given the chance to help shape the future of local healthcare as Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust announces six vacancies on its Council of Governors. The Trust is inviting nominations for four public seats – one representing Bradford West, one for Bradford South, and two for Shipley – as well
- [Bradford’s first art slam is coming to the city as part of the exciting line-up for a growing festival](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradfords-first-art-slam-is-coming-to-the-city-as-part-of-the-exciting-line-up-for-a-growing-festival/) - The fifth Intercultured Festival, which exists to unite and celebrate all cultures and communities in Bradford, returns to the city from 22 October to 2 November. New events include the art slam, where people come together to create pieces on a certain theme within a set time, for an exhibition. There will also be a
- [Islamic Relief Worldwide appoints Nadeem Malik as Interim CEO](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/islamic-relief-worldwide-appoints-nadeem-malik-as-interim-ceo/) - Islamic Relief Worldwide has announced the appointment of Nadeem Malik as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective from October 2025. Mr Malik, who currently serves as Managing Director of the Humanitarian Academy for Development (HAD), will take on the role following the departure of current CEO Waseem Ahmad, whose term ends in September. The appointment comes
- [New education campus decision delayed as councillors eye up community centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-education-campus-decision-delayed-as-councillors-eye-up-community-centre/) - A decision on whether to allow a new college campus in Wapping has been delayed after councillors expressed an interest in a community centre on site. Tower Hamlets councillors voted to delay their decision on whether to approve the plans to allow discussions between the council and the developer to take place. However it is
- [Behind the scenes look at first week of Huddersfield station closure](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/behind-the-scenes-look-at-first-week-of-huddersfield-station-closure/) - Take a look behind the scenes of Huddersfield Railway Station’s 30-day blockade as the first week of major works is complete. The month-long closure of the station kicked off on 30 August and will run until 28 September as its huge transformation continues as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU). At this time, no
- [Popular actor Hamza Ali Abbasi to headline Almarah Foundation UK charity drive in Bradford, Manchester and London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/popular-actor-hamza-ali-abbasi-to-headline-almarah-foundation-uk-charity-drive-in-bradford-manchester-and-london/) - Beloved Pakistani film and television star Hamza Ali Abbasi will join the Almarah Foundation this September as the charity brings its mission to the United Kingdom with a programme of fundraising events and community engagements across Bradford, Manchester and London. The renowned actor, who commands a loyal following both in Pakistan and among the British-Pakistani
- [Middlesbrough mayor responds to overspend forecast](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-mayor-responds-to-overspend-forecast/) - The mayor of Middlesbrough has responded to the council’s own forecast of an overspend at the end of 2025/26. Speaking at a public meeting on Wednesday 3 September, Labour Mayor Chris Cooke said that he was confident that the department currently predicted to have the biggest overspend – children’s care – would finish the year
- [Work starts on leisure centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/work-starts-on-leisure-centre/) - Work has started on a new leisure centre in Bishop Auckland. Built on the site of the former Woodhouse Close Library, the new community hub will combine both services in a single location. Two new swimming pools will be created at the new leisure centre, which will offer a range of sports and community facilities,
- [Town Moor's 'devoted' custodian and ex-council leader to be given Freedom of Newcastle](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/town-moors-devoted-custodian-and-ex-council-leader-to-be-given-freedom-of-newcastle/) - A long-serving custodian of Newcastle’s Town Moor and a former council leader are to be given the city’s highest honour. Councillors have agreed to award the Freedom of Newcastle to Town Moor superintendent Kevin Batey and former Newcastle Lib Dem leader David Faulkner. They will join the likes of Sir Bobby Robson, Sir Brendan Foster
- [Central Library set for £850k investment](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/central-library-set-for-850k-investment/) - An £850,000 refurbishment scheme is set to improve children's experience of the city’s Central Library. Leeds City Council said a new children’s library layout would make it more welcoming and easier to navigate for youngsters. The cash has been allocated for proposed refurbishments to the Central Library’s ground floor and to create a new public
- [Plan for six bedroom house is refused due to fears of harm to protected trees](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-for-six-bedroom-house-is-refused-due-to-fears-of-harm-to-protected-trees/) - Plans to build a six-bedroom house have been refused due to concerns over the future of protected trees. The application for a new house was discussed by members of Bradford Council’s Planning Panel on Wednesday. Submitted by Numan Ismail, the application would see the three-storey property build next to 7 Shaftesbury Avenue, with a car
- [Calls grow to exempt EVs from Congestion Charge as diesel vans emerge as Central London’s top polluters](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/calls-grow-to-exempt-evs-from-congestion-charge-as-diesel-vans-emerge-as-central-londons-top-polluters/) - Electric vans must continue to be exempted from Congestion Charge changes, campaigners have argued after new data showed their diesel counterparts are now the biggest road source of harmful NOx emissions in Central London. Figures from the London Atmospheric Emissions Inventory (LAEI) showed that diesel vans pumped out 108 tonnes of the air pollutant in
- [Plans to build over 1,000 student flats and a new commercial wharf approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plans-to-build-over-1000-student-flats-and-a-new-commercial-wharf-approved/) - A new commercial wharf and more than 1,000 student flats could soon be built next to East India Docks after being approved by councillors. Property developer Regal wants to build the wharf – processing parcel deliveries transported by river – along with 1,352 student rooms and 208 homes at Orchard Wharf. Tower Hamlets councillors voted
- [Two people arrested amid housing corruption investigation at council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/two-people-arrested-amid-housing-corruption-investigation-at-council/) - “Corrupt” council staff let out hundreds of council homes “for personal council gain” in a major fraud racket, police have said. Barking and Dagenham Council and the City of London Police announced that two people were arrested this morning (Thursday 4th) after months of investigation. The police say they believe “several hundred” council homes “were
- [New use for former Gomersal Red House Museum revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-use-for-former-gomersal-red-house-museum-revealed/) - The former Red House Museum at Gomersal will be turned into housing if Kirklees Council gives plans the go-ahead. Sitting off Oxford Road, the Grade–II* Listed Georgian mansion was auctioned off by the council back in December. This came as part of the local authority’s bid to raise some cash and relieve financial pressures. The
- [Kirklees wedding venue loses licence over noise nuisance complaints](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-wedding-venue-loses-licence-over-noise-nuisance-complaints/) - A Kirklees wedding venue has lost its licence over noise nuisance, as residents say repeated car revving, loud music, shouting and drumming has caused them sleepless nights. The Wedding Marquee at the Gomersal Lodge Hotel has been causing locals serious problems for years, today’s (3 September) meeting of Kirklees Council’s Licensing Panel heard. Environmental Health
- [‘David and Goliath’ battle ends in community’s favour as 181-home Kirklees plan is overturned](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/david-and-goliath-battle-ends-in-communitys-favour-as-181-home-kirklees-plan-is-overturned/) - Kirklees Council’s decision to grant planning permission for a 181 development at Heybeck Lane near Dewsbury has been overturned in a judicial review. The seven hectare site, which is bordered by ancient woodland, makes up part of a much larger development plan for around 1,500 homes. This is split across two sites at Chidswell and
- [Residents oppose “unacceptable” plan for Mirfield housing development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/residents-oppose-unacceptable-plan-for-mirfield-housing-development/) - Mirfield residents have opposed “unacceptable” housing plans, with fears it would cause harm to the local area. A housing developer wants to bring five homes to a plot of land at 42 Robin Royd Lane, Mirfield. To make way for the development, an existing semi-detached property would need to be demolished. Under the plans, the
- [Plan to build over 170 homes in Low Moor is approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-build-over-170-homes-in-low-moor-is-approved/) - Controversial plans to build 173 homes on a green site in Low Moor have been approved and it has been revealed that many of the homes will managed by Incommunities. Over 110 people had objected to a planning application for housing on the site off Abb Scott Lane, between Park Dam and the Low Moor
- [Jeremy Corbyn attends launch of Harrow's new political party](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/jeremy-corbyn-attends-launch-of-harrows-new-political-party/) - Former Labour Leader and now Independent MP Jeremy Corbyn has attended the launch of a new political party in a North London borough, which plans to contest seats at next year’s local elections. Arise, led by former Harrow Labour Councillor and Parliamentary Candidate Pamela Fitzpatrick, claims neither the Conservatives nor Labour have improved Harrow as
- [Controversial illegal HMO in Ilford approved in retrospect by council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/controversial-illegal-hmo-in-ilford-approved-in-retrospect-by-council/) - Controversial plans to turn a single home in Ilford into a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) for up to six people have been approved. The house, in Inglehurst Gardens, is already being used as an HMO without the requisite permission, which is illegal under planning law. In a bid to rectify this, the applicant sought
- [Councillors vote to pull out of TVERF](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillors-vote-to-pull-out-of-tverf/) - Councillors in Newcastle have voted in favour of pulling out of a controversial waste incinerator project. City politicians voted at a full council meeting on Wednesday night in support of ending Newcastle’s involvement with the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF), which is due to be built at the Teesworks site in Grangetown, Redcar. However,
- [Restaurant employed illegal workers paying some in food](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/restaurant-employed-illegal-workers-paying-some-in-food/) - A West London restaurant which employed illegal workers and paid one staff member in food and travel costs instead of a wage will be allowed to continue operating despite Home Office requests to have the license revoked. It has had it’s license suspended for three months, after which it can operate as normal again. The
- [London records lowest number of under-25 homicides for two decades](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/london-records-lowest-number-of-under-25-homicides-for-two-decades/) - London saw the lowest number of homicides of under-25s for more than two decades last year, new figures have revealed. The capital recorded 10 intentional killings of the age group this year, compared with 26 at the end of August 2024, with none recorded during the traditionally crime-ridden summer holiday period. The number of teenage
- [Met’s removal of officers in school branded the “single most catastrophic decision in keeping children safe”](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mets-removal-of-officers-in-school-branded-the-single-most-catastrophic-decision-in-keeping-children-safe/) - The Metropolitan Police’s decision to remove 371 specialist officers from schools is “undermining the trust of young people” in the force, a headteacher has warned. Jessica West, the Principal of Ark Walworth Academy, said shifting trained ‘Safer School Officers’ into wider neighbourhood teams is “catastrophic” and threatened children’s safety. Since 2009, Safer School Officers had
- [North East mayor's high streets commission yet to meet – more than six months after launch plan](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/north-east-mayors-high-streets-commission-yet-to-meet-more-than-six-months-after-launch-plan/) - A commission to reinvigorate the North East’s struggling high streets is yet to launch – more than six months after it was meant to. North East mayor Kim McGuinness promised in her 2024 election manifesto to assemble a high streets commission that would come up with new solutions to breathe fresh life into towns and
- [Mayor promises to 'increase transparency' of Tyne and Wear Metro amid public scrutiny concerns](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-promises-to-increase-transparency-of-tyne-and-wear-metro-amid-public-scrutiny-concerns/) - The Tyne and Wear Metro will be subjected to more public accountability, the North East mayor has promised. Transport chiefs faced calls from passenger groups last month to be “much more open” about issues facing the rail network. The Metro has long faced struggles with the reliability of its ageing fleet of trains, which have
- [Councillor allowances to be voted on](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councillor-allowances-to-be-voted-on/) - Councillors in Middlesbrough will next week vote on whether they should receive more money for their roles. The town’s councillors are being recommended to increase their basic allowance from its current level of £7,608 to the Teesside average of £8,999. If approved, all other allowances, including for serving as the chair of a committee, would
- [Framwellgate School in Durham will be rebuilt to replace the current outdated teaching facilities](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/framwellgate-school-in-durham-will-be-rebuilt-to-replace-the-current-outdated-teaching-facilities/) - The long-awaited redevelopment of a ‘tired’ school described as requiring significant improvements has been approved. Framwellgate School in Durham will be rebuilt to replace the current outdated teaching facilities. Specialist teaching spaces for ICT, technology and science will be built within a new three-storey building. Most of the site’s existing buildings will be demolished, except
- [Aldi will leave its existing store at Dragonville Retail Park](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/aldi-will-leave-its-existing-store-at-dragonville-retail-park/) - A supermarket’s relocation has been praised for improving a site described as “an absolute dump”. Aldi will leave its existing store at Dragonville Retail Park and move into a newly-built, larger unit nearby. The relocation is part of plans to build a new retail warehouse for three units on empty land at the retail site,
- [Albert Road building to host HMOs and retail area as plans approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/albert-road-building-to-host-hmos-and-retail-area-as-plans-approved/) - A four storey building on Albert Road will host numerous HMOs as well as a retail offering, with plans now approved. Permission had previously been granted by both Middlesbrough Council and Middlesbrough Development Corporation (MDC) to transform the building on Albert Road from offices into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs). MDC approval came following the
- [Bradford Council's debt levels rises - new figures reveal](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-councils-debt-levels-rises-new-figures-reveal/) - Bradford Council’s debt has risen by more than £132 million in the past year and now stands at almost £1,300 per person. New figures show that the Authority’s debt rose from £593,923,000 at the end of the 2023/24 financial year to £726,197,000 by March, a 22.27 per cent rise. The Council has said this is
- [Council's decision to refuse digital advertisement on side of motorway is refused](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/councils-decision-to-refuse-digital-advertisement-on-side-of-motorway-is-refused/) - A planning inspector has been urged to overturn a Bradford Council decision to refuse plans for an advertising sign overlooking the M606. An application for a 6.5m wide x 2.5m high digital sign fitted onto the side of the PEC building on Commondale Way was refused by the Council earlier this Summer. Planning officers said
- ["Concern" over fall in healthy life expectancy in Bradford](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/concern-over-fall-in-healthy-life-expectancy-in-bradford/) - The number of years a person in Bradford can expect to live a healthy life has fallen in recent years. The “Healthy Life Expectancy” (HLE) for men in the district has fallen by three years – meaning on average men will only have 57 (and six months) years of good health before beginning to suffer
- [Home schooling concerns and more: four motions heading to Middlesbrough Council](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/home-schooling-concerns-and-more-four-motions-heading-to-middlesbrough-council/) - Concerns surrounding home schooling have resulted in one of the four motions going in front of Middlesbrough councillors next week. The full meeting of the council will be held on Wednesday 10 September and as part of proceedings, councillors will discuss and vote upon four different motions, brought forward by three councillors. One of these
- [Northumbria police: PCC on asylum demos](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/northumbria-police-pcc-on-asylum-demos/) - A North East police boss has revealed a “tinderbox” summer cost the force a “fortune” amid regular asylum hotel protests. The Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Susan Dungworth stressed how weekly demonstrations have strained police resources. The PCC also shared that leave at weekends has been cancelled for officers in the Northumbria Police area.
- [Two men charged with murder following Bradford killing](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/two-men-charged-with-murder-following-bradford-killing/) - Detectives investigating the death of Muhammad Junaid Khan on Newton Street, Bradford, have charged two men with murder. Hamza Rehman, 26, and Luqman Rehman, 28, both of Birch Lane, Bradford, have been charged with murder and violent disorder in connection with the incident, which took place on 6 June. The pair were remanded in custody
- [Harrow road closures in September with Hatch End street set to close for nearly 3 months](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/harrow-road-closures-in-september-with-hatch-end-street-set-to-close-for-nearly-3-months/) - Several road closures are set to disrupt residents of Harrow next month while major utility and other works are carried out, with one road in Hatch End to remain shut to motorists for nearly three months. Station Road, providing access to North Harrow underground station, will be closed for two days between 4 and 6 September
- [Former mental health hub could fetch £225k](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/former-mental-health-hub-could-fetch-225k/) - A former mental health centre could fetch at least £225,000 after being put up for auction by the council. Services were moved out of the Lovell Park site after it was deemed surplus to requirements. A shake-up of mental health services by Leeds City Council also saw support hubs in Beeston and Armley re-located. Pugh
- [Final event for Bradford's City of Culture year is announced](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/final-event-for-bradfords-city-of-culture-year-is-announced/) - Bradford's year as City of Culture will end with an epic finale event at Bingley’s Myrtle Park, featuring hundreds of local residents. Brighter Still will be held at sunset on 20 and 21 December – the Winter solstice, and will act as the closing event of Bradford 2025. Details of the event were announced today,
- [Kirklees councillor cycles hundreds of miles to raise cash for floods in Pakistan and Kashmir](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/kirklees-councillor-cycles-hundreds-of-miles-to-raise-cash-for-floods-in-pakistan-and-kashmir/) - A Kirklees councillor has cycled 400-miles to raise money for those affected by flooding in Pakistan and Kashmir. In recent weeks, devastating floods have struck the regions, with large areas submerged, leaving thousands displaced. Over 800 people have been killed in the monsoon. Leader of the Kirklees Community Independents, Councillor Ali Arshad (Heckmondwike), has been
- [Middlesbrough Council forecasting a year-end overspend of nearly £4.5m](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/middlesbrough-council-forecasting-a-year-end-overspend-of-nearly-4-5m/) - Middlesbrough Council is forecasting an overspend of £4.482m at the end of the financial year, if no further action is taken. The confirmation comes in papers going to the council’s executive meeting, due to take place on Wednesday, 3 September. Documents explain that if there is no further action, there will be an overspend which
- [ Northern leaders warned 'no realistic prospect' of more Newcastle to Manchester trains](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/northern-leaders-warned-no-realistic-prospect-of-more-newcastle-to-manchester-trains/) - There is “no realistic prospect” of more regular trains between Newcastle and Manchester being restored in the near future, northern leaders have been warned. Only one direct train per hour currently runs in each direction between the major cities in the North East and North West of England, following a cut in 2023. While a
- [Century 21 expands into Newcastle with new franchise office opening](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/century-21-expands-into-newcastle-with-new-franchise-office-opening/) - Century 21 UK, part of one of the world’s largest and most recognised estate agency networks, is proud to announce the opening of its newest franchise office in Newcastle on Friday, 5 September. The office will be led by experienced business professional, Tahir Chishti. Operating in over 80 countries with more than 14,000 independently owned
- [Special bus makes its mark at Lister Park to highlight Turner Prize exhibition](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/special-bus-makes-its-mark-at-lister-park-to-highlight-turner-prize-exhibition/) - The world famous Turner Prize, recognising the best of British contemporary art, has made its mark on a special bus unveiled on 28 August alongside Cartwright Hall Art Gallery in Bradford where works by the four shortlisted artists will be on show from 27 September 2025. First Bus, an Official Travel Partner of Bradford 2025
- ["Crime scene" in city centre as bags of rubbish are dumped](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/crime-scene-in-city-centre-as-bags-of-rubbish-are-dumped/) - A section of a Bradford city centre street has become a “crime scene” after bags of waste were dumped there. Rubbish bags, used clothing and other waste have been dumped on the pavement on Barry Street, just off Sunbridge Road. The waste has now been identified as a crime scene by Bradford Council officers, who
- [Harsher fines for people caught fly tipping have been approved by Council bosses](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/harsher-fines-for-people-caught-fly-tipping-have-been-approved-by-council-bosses/) - Council bosses have approved a big hike in fines for littering and fly tipping in the District, but residents have been told “If you play by the rules – we’ll be fair with you.” On Tuesday morning the Council’s Executive rubber-stamped changes that will see fly tippers fined up to £1,000 and people caught littering
- [Prison leavers being failed by capital’s housing crisis, London Assembly warned](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/prison-leavers-being-failed-by-capitals-housing-crisis-london-assembly-warned/) - Prison leavers are an “untapped talent pool” for employers but London’s rising housing costs are a “huge issue”, the London Assembly has been told. Around a sixth of ex-offenders in London – 17.1 per cent – are employed within six weeks of release from custody, rising to 27.9 per cent after six months. This is
- [Ilford Popeyes to close later despite antisocial behaviour fears](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/ilford-popeyes-to-close-later-despite-antisocial-behaviour-fears/) - International food chain Popeyes has been given permission to close later in Ilford, despite concerns about antisocial behaviour. Redbridge Council has allowed the High Road eatery to run a delivery service until midnight, one hour later than it currently shuts. The chain, which serves Louisiana-style chicken burgers, originally sought to close its restaurant at 1am
- [Coulby Newham care home approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/coulby-newham-care-home-approved/) - A 72-bed care home in the south of Middlesbrough has been given approval. Middlesbrough Council planning officers green lit the plans, registered at the end of 2024, which will enable construction of the three storey building, although 24 conditions will have to be met as part of the ongoing development process. The care home will
- [Police concerns over alleged violence at Hope Inn](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/police-concerns-over-alleged-violence-at-hope-inn/) - A pub has avoided a forced change of management after a woman’s ear was allegedly bitten in a violent assault. Police said it happened at the Hope Inn, on York Road, on 31 May this year and raised concerns over the running of the premises. It was alleged that people who witnessed the incident at around
- [Major changes for Cultural Heart as Piazza demolition brought forward and new car park plan revealed](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/major-changes-for-cultural-heart-as-piazza-demolition-brought-forward-and-new-car-park-plan-revealed/) - Major changes are on the horizon at Huddersfield’s Our Cultural Heart, with the demolition of the Piazza shopping units set to be brought forward and new plans for a car park revealed. As work on Phases One and Two of the council’s mammoth scheme continue to transform the town centre, the local authority is planning
- [Two Huddersfield assets to be transferred to the community](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/two-huddersfield-assets-to-be-transferred-to-the-community/) - Two Huddersfield buildings could soon be getting a new lease of life, with Kirklees Council set to transfer them to the community next week. The HUDAWI Centre at Great Northern Street and DRAM Centre at Ridgeway in Dalton were declared surplus to the council’s requirements back in November 2023. A Cabinet report says the sites
- [Threads of Grace - Power of You: Bradford’s first cultural outdoor fashion show stuns at Cartwright Hall](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/threads-of-grace-power-of-you-bradfords-first-cultural-outdoor-fashion-show-stuns-at-cartwright-hall/) - Bradford didn’t just host a fashion show on Sunday night; it lived a moment of history. Threads of Grace: Power of You lit up the gardens of Cartwright Hall with colour, music, and stories, becoming the city’s first-ever outdoor fashion show. After July’s cancellation due to torrential rain, anticipation was sky-high. This time, the skies
- [Council welcomes news that free activity and food for children will continue for at least three years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/council-welcomes-news-that-free-activity-and-food-for-children-will-continue-for-at-least-three-years/) - Bradford Council has welcomed news that Government will fund free holiday events and food for children for at least three more years. This week it was announced that the Government would invest £600 million to extend the national Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for another three years. HAF schemes offer free activities in the
- [Businesses look forward to Bradford Live bringing more people to City Centre](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/businesses-look-forward-to-bradford-live-bringing-more-people-to-city-centre/) - The long-awaited opening of Bradford Live will take place this weekend – and businesses are hoping it brings a boost in trade. The £50m venue hosts its official opening this weekend, with Bill Bailey performing on the Saturday and the Prat Pack on the Sunday. On Thursday evening thousands flocked to the venue for Bradford
- [Mayor told to “get his own house in order” as £875,000 invested to tackle hate crime in London](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-told-to-get-his-own-house-in-order-as-875000-invested-to-tackle-hate-crime-in-london/) - Sir Sadiq Khan has been told to stop “dragging his feet” on tackling hate crime in London as he announced £875,000 to help “fight extremism and stand up to hate”. The fresh investment will go to more than 20 grassroots organisations which combat racism and intolerance, including the Anne Frank Trust UK and the West
- [Planning round-up: Former NatWest bank branch in Slough High Street to be turned into flat](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/planning-round-up-former-natwest-bank-branch-in-slough-high-street-to-be-turned-into-flat/) - Here are the latest planning decisions from Slough. To see more details, enter their reference numbers into Slough Borough Council’s online planning portal. Approved: Former High Street bank to be turned into retail unit and flat Slough Borough Council approved plans to turn part of a former bank branch in Slough High Street into a flat
- [Give Mayor of London new tax powers to fund ambitious projects like Bakerloo Line extension, ministers told](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/give-mayor-of-london-new-tax-powers-to-fund-ambitious-projects-like-bakerloo-line-extension-ministers-told/) - The Mayor of London must be given powers to tax tourists and businesses’ payroll in a similar way to Paris in order to fund infrastructure projects in the city, a new report has argued. The French capital currently raises €7 billion annually via a dedicated transport tax which imposes a levy of up to three
- [Barking and Dagenham Council insists they can repay £1.5 billion debt](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/barking-and-dagenham-council-insists-they-can-repay-1-5-billion-debt/) - Barking and Dagenham Council has insisted it has a “high level of confidence” that it can pay its £1.5billion debt without using council taxpayers’ money. An investigation by the BBC Shared Data Unit found Barking and Dagenham Council’s debt was now the largest in London and the eighth highest in the country – even higher
- [How has ULEZ changed London two years on from its expansion](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/how-has-ulez-changed-london-two-years-on-from-its-expansion/) - The Mayor of London has hailed his controversial Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) policy as “bold” and “transformative” two years after its expansion to the outer boroughs – but has it been a success? ULEZ, first introduced in 2019, has been expanded twice – once in 2021 to cover anything inside the North and South
- [Number Forty in Skinnergate faces closure after supporting vulnerable people in the town centre for three years](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/number-forty-in-skinnergate-faces-closure-after-supporting-vulnerable-people-in-the-town-centre-for-three-years/) - The future of a Darlington welfare hub is in doubt due to a decline in visitors and concerns around funding. Number Forty in Skinnergate faces closure after supporting vulnerable people in the town centre for three years. The facility was set up by Darlington Borough Council and Durham Constabulary as part of the Safer Streets
- [Human rights campaigners urged Newcastle politicians to speak out on 'deplorable' Saudi execution](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/human-rights-campaigners-urged-newcastle-politicians-to-speak-out-on-deplorable-saudi-execution/) - Human rights campaigners have issued a fresh call for leaders on Tyneside to speak out, after Saudi Arabia’s execution of a man for crimes he was accused of committing when he was a minor. Politicians in Newcastle have been repeatedly urged to condemn alleged human rights abuses in the Gulf nation over recent years, since
- [Safety checks at all Tyne and Wear Metro stations after Simonside closed over concrete concern](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/safety-checks-at-all-tyne-and-wear-metro-stations-after-simonside-closed-over-concrete-concern/) - Safety checks have been carried out at other Tyne and Wear Metro stations, after one was forced to shut due to structural concerns. Worries about the state of concrete on the platforms at Simonside station, in South Tyneside, led to it being closed last week. Critical repairs to reinforce the concrete and strengthen both platforms
- [Revenge porn linked to increase in reported sexual offences in Northumbria Police area](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/revenge-porn-linked-to-increase-in-reported-sexual-offences-in-northumbria-police-area/) - A “concerning” increase in revenge porn incidents in the Northumbria Police area has been linked to an overall rise in reported cases of sexual offences. According to a recently published Northumbria Police and Crime and Commissioner report, there has been a 16% rise in reported cases of sexual offences between May 2024 and May 2025.
- [Bradford closes summer in style with a weekend of culture, food, and fashion](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/bradford-closes-summer-in-style-with-a-weekend-of-culture-food-and-fashion/) - Bradford is preparing to round off the summer holidays in spectacular style, with a long weekend of festivals, live music, family fun, and cultural showcases across the city. Running from Thursday 28 August through Sunday 31 August, the programme is packed with events that reflect the creativity, diversity, and community spirit at the heart of
- [Feasibility study on 5,000 seat West Yorkshire sports venue expected later this year](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/feasibility-study-on-5000-seat-west-yorkshire-sports-venue-expected-later-this-year/) - More details on proposals that could see an indoor sports arena built in West Yorkshire are expected to be revealed later this year. Last year, an expert in indoor sports told members of West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA), including Mayor Tracy Brabin, that existing facilities in the region were “not good enough”. Dr Mark Mills
- [Plan to expand "unusual" filling station shop unit is approved](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/plan-to-expand-unusual-filling-station-shop-unit-is-approved/) - An “unusual” filling station on the edge of Bradford city centre can be extended to add more retail and office space. The small filling station on Hammerton Street has a shop building with just 12 square metres of space. This summer, a planning application was submitted to expand this building, including the creation of a
- [Threads of Grace: From Roots to Routes with First Bus](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/threads-of-grace-from-roots-to-routes-with-first-bus/) - The much-anticipated Threads of Grace: Power of You fashion show is back and this time, it’s taking its cultural journey even further with First Bus as the official travel partner. The collaboration couldn’t be more fitting. With this year’s South Asian Heritage Month theme focusing on Roots to Routes, who better to take the route
- [Darley Street Market buzzes as Asian Standard pops up with Heera Gol Gappa fun](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/darley-street-market-buzzes-as-asian-standard-pops-up-with-heera-gol-gappa-fun/) - Bradford’s Darley Street Market came alive on Wednesday, 27 August, as Asian Standard joined local traders for a special pop-up, and the energy was nothing short of electric. For just £30, the booking process for a pop-up stall was quick and simple, and the market team welcomed us with warmth and support. Traders, readers, and
- [Notting Hill Carnival “still needs reform” after arrests increase – but is the festival getting safer?](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/notting-hill-carnival-still-needs-reform-after-arrests-increase-but-is-the-festival-getting-safer/) - Notting Hill Carnival organisers are facing calls to review the festival’s annual arrangements despite a reduction in serious violence. This year’s festivities saw 528 arrests being made – up more than 50 per cent on 2024 – but just four stabbing incidents, compared to eight last year. The Metropolitan Police has credited “proactive” policing and
- [Mayor accuses Reform councillor of ‘inciting racism and hate’](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/mayor-accuses-reform-councillor-of-inciting-racism-and-hate/) - The North East mayor has accused Reform’s deputy council leader in Durham of “inciting racism and hate”. Labour mayor Kim McGuinness has hit out at “hideous” comments made on social media by Darren Grimes, the former GB News presenter who became an elected councillor earlier this year. Cllr Grimes posted a video to his X
- [Newcastle councillor Thom Campion charged with sexual assault](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/newcastle-councillor-thom-campion-charged-with-sexual-assault/) - A Newcastle councillor has been charged with sexual assault. Thom Campion, a sitting councillor in the city’s Castle ward, is scheduled to appear at Newcastle Magistrates’ Court next Wednesday, 3 September. The 27-year-old, of Warkworth Woods in the Newcastle Great Park, has been charged with one count of sexual assault on a female. The charge
- [Come Together festival worth 'several million pounds' to Newcastle economy](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/come-together-festival-worth-several-million-pounds-to-newcastle-economy/) - A major music festival that brought Robbie Williams and Kings of Leon to Newcastle’s Town Moor is expected to have given the city’s economy a multi-million pound boost. Thousands of fans flocked to the Come Together festival last week for two huge nights of music, which also featured the likes of Andrew Cushin, Perrie Edwards,
- [Brent road closures in September with Harlesden High Street set to close for 22 weeks](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/brent-road-closures-in-september-with-harlesden-high-street-set-to-close-for-22-weeks/) - Several road closures are set to disrupt residents of Brent next month while major utility and rail works are carried out, with roads in Park Royal and Neasden to remain shut until November. A segment of Harlesden High Street – the bus only section between Tavistock Road and the Harlesden Jubilee clock end of the
- [New plan for 405 homes at major Dagenham development](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/new-plan-for-405-homes-at-major-dagenham-development/) - New plans to build 405 homes on the former Ford car plant in Dagenham have been submitted. The plans outline the next phase of the Beam Park development in New Road, which when completed will be made up of some 3,119 homes in total. Housing developer Countryside Homes says the new plan “continues the momentum
- [Dentist expansion would cause "harm to highway safety"](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/dentist-expansion-would-cause-harm-to-highway-safety/) - Plans to extend a Bradford dental practice would “result in severe harm to highway safety”. A planning application to expand the dental surgery at 254 Allerton Road into a neighbouring house has been refused by Bradford Council. The application would create two new surgery rooms and office space through the change of use of a
- [Decision due on divisive plans for new town centre McDonalds](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/decision-due-on-divisive-plans-for-new-town-centre-mcdonalds/) - A decision will soon be made on plans to build a McDonald’s in a town centre – proposals that continue to divide opinion. Since a planning application to build a drive-through McDonald’s on the former Bingley Police Station site was submitted earlier this year, hundreds of residents have had their say on the plans. Next
- [Four Council owned assets sell at property auction](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/four-council-owned-assets-sell-at-property-auction/) - Four Bradford Council-owned sites have been sold at auction for above their guide price, including a city centre car park and plot of green belt land. In the past year, Bradford Council has offloaded numerous assets, including buildings and land, to try and balance its budget. Last year the Government agreed to provide the Council
- [Motorists risking safety by ignoring Langdale Moor wildfire road closures](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/motorists-risking-safety-by-ignoring-langdale-moor-wildfire-road-closures/) - Council staff are having to block roads to stop motorists ignoring road closures put in place because of the Langdale Moor wildfire. So-called ‘hard closures’ are being used in the area around the fire due to the behaviour of some drivers, Karl Battersby, North Yorkshire Council corporate director for the environment, told a press conference
- [Column: Finding balance: How Ayurveda can support women through menopause](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/column-finding-balance-how-ayurveda-can-support-women-through-menopause/) - As a woman in my mid-life journey, I know all too well how menopause can shake up our bodies and minds. Hot flushes, restless nights, mood swings that come out of nowhere, this stage of life can feel overwhelming. But as a long time practitioner of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, I have
- [Staying Put awarded £20,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund.](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/staying-put-awarded-20000-from-the-national-lottery-community-fund/) - Staying Put are excited to announce that they have been awarded £20,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund. The money will be used to fund an IT tutor for their refuges to help the residents with CV writing and IT skills. “We recognise the impact domestic abuse can have on individuals’ self-esteem, confidence, and mental
- [“This wasn’t just a white Western war”: Honouring South Asian heroes on VJ Day 80](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/this-wasnt-just-a-white-western-war-honouring-south-asian-heroes-on-vj-day-80/) - As the UK prepares to mark 80 years since VJ Day on 15 August, the day that formally ended the Second World War, it’s not only a moment of national reflection, but also a reckoning with whose stories are remembered. For Captain Jay Singh Sohal OBE, a Foundation Trustee of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
- [“We bring home with us”: Asian Standard speaks to the creators of RIDE!, a Bradford 2025 production amplifying Gypsy and Traveller voices](https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/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 move from open fields to a concrete council estate. RIDE!, a powerful new production premiering this September as part of Bradford 2025, fuses rap, dance, and theatre to tell the story

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