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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...

Newcastle

Newcastle parks future in balance as decision pushed back on under-pressure charity’s future

A critical decision on the future of Newcastle’s parks has been pushed back by two months. Major questions have emerged this year over the management...

Leeds

Law enforcement intensifies efforts to combat drug use in East Leeds parks

Police are cracking down on drug taking and drinking in three east Leeds parks, following complaints from members of the public. Officers say they’re conducting...

Bradford & Keighley

Bradford Council aims to get residents more active through new initiative

Three quarters of children in Bradford are not getting enough exercise – and just six per cent of South Asian girls are considered active. The...

Bradford & Keighley

Bradford’s play areas to get £1.6m refurbishment boost

Bradford Council has announced a £1.6m refurbishment programme for the district’s playgrounds and playable spaces. The investment will ensure repairs and improvements are made to...

Bradford & Keighley

“Almost thirty years in the making” Bradford’s Kashmir Park makes history as first park named after the area in the UK

Today marks the official unveiling of the new green space and play area, Kashmir Park, in Toller Bradford. The plans to transform the overgrown...

Bradford & Keighley

Need for more green spaces in the Bradford District is a “cause for concern” according to recent briefing

By Chris Young | LDRS The lack of access to parks and green spaces for families living in some areas of the Bradford District has...

Community

Six parks across Kirklees celebrate Green Flag Awards

Parks and green spaces have been recognised with Green Flag Awards, the international quality mark for well-managed parks. Kirklees parks that have received awards: Greenhead Park,...

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