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The Child Poverty Report faces Scrutiny Board with updated strategy

One in five children in Leeds are living in poverty, according to the councillor in charge of children's care

Saffron Carroll

Thousands of jobs at risk as The Body Shop enters administration

One of the best-known brands on the high street has gone under after 47 years

Saffron Carroll

Medical equipment on an orange background

Measles cases in Leeds at an all time high in over a decade

Measles cases have drasticly risen in Leeds causing concern for parents of young children.

Caitlin Page

Criminals target Leeds students

Police warn of burglars as break-ins rise

rebeccathornberry

Man arrested after fireworks thrown at people

Man arrested after people and cars where hit with fireworks

sophiamoody

Manchester attacks survivor retells the tale 7 years later

Twenty-two people were killed in the Manchester attacks of 2017. Eve Senior was one of the survivors of the bombings but recalls the hardships she faced throughout her recovery and the unexpected fame she gained

Saffron Carroll

Balancing a degree as captain of hip hop dance at Leeds Beckett University: Sophia Lucarelli opens up about the struggles and rewards of being the leader

Third year events management student at Leeds Beckett - Sophia Lucarelli, discusses the challanges of being dance captain while studying.

danieltandy

‘Research to spread awareness, not to ruin the game I love’: PHD researcher and co-physio for Team GB unravels her reasons for concussion research in UK American football.

UK-American football enthusiast talks about her research and the motive behind it

danieltandy

One woman leading the Leeds Gryphons charge: Robyn Scholes reveals her journey to becoming head coach of Leeds University men’s first team.

From 20 years of experience coaching rugby to taking over the men's UK-American football scene join us on Robyn Scholes' journey.

danieltandy

Gabriel Johnson stars in a perfectly executed snatch and grab to put AFC Guiseley ahead of Matlock Town and into the playoffs.

AFC Guiseley welcomes Matlock Town in a mid-table battle for a play of spot.

danieltandy

LBS Well-being Day: Hard-Working Staff of Leeds Beckett Business School Practice their Mindfulness

The staff at Leeds Beckett Business School attended a fun day filled with activities.

Sophia Kenny

Leeds Beckett University holds its first well-being day

Leeds Beckett University have run their first well-being day, which was led by the well-being team and business school Dean, Professor George Lodorfos.

Joe Jacklin

REFLECTION 2

Raphael Maurer

The Importance of Coaching & Recruitment at a University like Leeds Beckett

Beckett's coaching & recruitment is known to be some of the best in the country however this year has been a struggle for some clubs

Carlos Nunes

Newsdays, workshops and reflections

Daisy Shortt

Favourite pub in Leeds chart using flourish

Daisy Shortt

Obesity among year 6 pupils in Yorkshire and The Humber

Daisy Shortt

Academy round-up in Yorkshire

A round-up of Academy football in Yorkshire, featuring a player to watch from each team.

William Lobley

Workshop 2

Daisy Shortt

Huddersfield story rewrite.

Daisy Shortt

‘I want to see out my career at Harrogate’ – Captain Josh Falkingham admits he has no plans of leaving Harrogate Town

Harrogate Town AFC's skipper hope to stay with the club until the end of his career.

Billy Dawson

Catalan Dragons eye up their first Grand Final victory thanks to huge growth under Steve McNamara

A look back at Catalan Dragon's rise under Steve McNamara ahead of the 26th Super League Grand Final.

Billy Dawson

Michael Skubala: Managing academy players

Michael Skubala is a vastly experienced man in all levels of football, but he speaks more about how he manages his academy players.

William Lobley

Sam Tomkins opens up about his rollercoaster six months

Sam Tomkins has had one of the most glistening careers a rugby league player could wish for, but he hasn't always had it his way.

William Lobley

Hyde Park Picture House hosts Yorkshire Film Competition

Historic Leeds cinema, Hyde Park Picture House, is showing various short films this week. This comes as part of Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) which started on the 3rd November.

Oliver Jackson-Bolton

Newsday articles

Lara Goane

Katie Astle fires Leeds United into the second round of the Women’s FA Cup

A first career hat-trick from Katie Astle was enough for Leeds United Women to brush aside West Didsbury & Chorlton women, as they progressed to the next round of the FA cup

William Lobley

What is Korfball? Here is all you need to know about the growing, inclusive sport for all here in Leeds

A deeper dive into korfball, and why it may be a great alternative to more traditional sports.

Billy Dawson

Leeds Beckett’s high-flying 2s shock Beckett 1s in dramatic late upset

Leeds Beckett Men's 2s 2-1 Leeds Beckett Men's 1s

Billy Dawson

Drinking in Leeds:

Rafferty Simpson

Boxers doing some movement and light jabs in pairs in a session

Leeds Beckett fighters and their success in the BUCS Boxing Championship

Leeds Beckett boxers have seen success in the last few BUCS championship and will hope to continue that ahead of their 2023/24 campaign.

Carlos Nunes

Josh Powell: A local lad living the universal dream for his boyhood club.

Josh Powell is one of the latest off the Nottingham Forest talent production line and does not plan on stopping anytime soon.

seventyler

A new social activity arises for Leeds students:

Rafferty Simpson

Ella Williams: The balance of responsibilities is a challenge welcomed for the Harrogate captain.

Ella Williams is pushing forward with Harrogate Town Women and BUCS and has no plan on stopping.

seventyler

Super League Final 2023: Will it be number six for Wigan Warriors or a fairy-tale ending for Sam Tomkins and a first win for the Catalans Dragons?

The Wigan Warriors matchup against the Catalans Dragons at Old Trafford for the 2023 Super League Final, but only one will be victorious.

seventyler

Sam Tomkins career to end in dramatic style

Tomkins set for showdown on his final ever game

Oliver Mould

Daniel Farke unhappy with another international break

The demanding fixture list of the Championship is a major concern for Daniel Farke ahead of the international break

Oliver Mould

Bradford Park Avenue struggling after relegation from the National League North

Bradford PA struggling in the Northern Premier division as they are without a win in six.

Oliver Mould

Chorley win in comfortable style against Spennymoor Town

Chorley stay third in the National League North after win at Moors

Oliver Mould

Harrogate town look ahead to their EFL trophy clash with Accrington Stanley

Harrogate are set to rest experienced players ahead of the game but this doesn't change the importance for manager Simon Weaver

Oliver Mould

How crucial is talent development to a healthy sport scene?

The development of talent and athletes is a massive part of sport and can't be underestimated. But how does the research being done help this and keep the university producing and attracting top level talent?

Jude Dufton

Harrogate Town vs. Accrington Stanley EFL Trophy Preview

Fresh off their win away against Newport on Saturday, Harrogate Town are back in action at The Envirovent Stadium tomorrow night when they take on Accrington Stanley in the EFL Trophy.

Niall Togher

Harrogate Town vs. Accrington Stanley EFL Trophy Match Report

Harrogate Town and Accrington Stanley played out an eight-goal thriller in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday night as Accrington Stanley managed to book their place in the knockout stages, winning 3-5.

Niall Togher

The French Revolution

Catalans have reached the Super League Grand Final for only the second time in their history, but what sort of impact will this have in France?

Jude Dufton

How important is coaching to the lifeline of sport?

Coaching is crucial for every sport and for every athlete but just how important is it and can universities play a role?

Jude Dufton

What are boxing’s benefits?

From the outside looking in, boxing can seem to be useless violence that doesn't help anyone involved. However, those that are in the boxing world insist it provides valuable life skills to all that participate.

Niall Togher

Jake Perryman speaks on his fighting career so far whilst at Beckett.

Jake Perryman is captain of the Thai-Boxing team at Leeds Beckett. He speaks openly and honestly about his previous fights, and previews his upcoming fight on October 27th.

Niall Togher

Why boxing is not as dangerous as people may think

Why boxing is not as dangerous as people believe

Daniel Sewell

Leeds Beckett Boxing Club talk about how they stay motivated

Boxing students talk about how they stay motivated

Daniel Sewell

Sam Tomkins overcomes injury problems to progress his career

Sam Tomkins overcoming injuries

Daniel Sewell

Josh Falkingham and his journey back to League One

Josh Falkinghams journey back to League One

Daniel Sewell

Wigan Warriors vs Catalan Dragons Grand Final Match Preview

Wigan Warriors vs Catalan Dragons preview

Daniel Sewell

Leeds Charity Homeless Street Angels continue to expand this winter

Homeless Street Angels are a Leeds charity organisation who focus on providing a warm, welcoming environment for homeless people to be supported into a sustainable living.

Abigail Johnson

Santa is back in town

Garforth and District Lions club have started back with their annual Christmas collection.

Ally Gregory

dog on top of person's lap while sitting on ground at daytime

Helping the Homeless: What charities in Leeds are doing this Christmas

More than 66,000 more people will become homeless in the UK by 2024 - Crisis Housing Charity

Kiera Wilcox

People in Leeds welcome Christmas by making wreaths

It is now possible for people to make their own wreath to celebrate Christmas.

Phan Ngo

A box full of a variety of food being prepared to give to foodbank users

Leeds foodbank usage increases by 20% in a year

Leeds has seen a 66% increase in foodbank usage over the past three years causing many people to question why.

Caitlin Page

Cost of living crisis continues to affect people of Leeds

The economic crisis is affecting many aspects of day-to-day life for people in Leeds

Caitlin Page, Saffron Carroll, Molly Cook, Daisy Shortt, Ben Dinning, Flynn Connolly, Matthew Caines, Joe Jacklin

Cheapest Greater Manchester matchday experience revealed

Stockport Georgians have been found to have the cheapest match day prices in Manchester

Ben Potter, Ellison Hendry

Leeds tram network in high demand – recent survey says

Over 60% of people are in support of Leeds having a tram system, according to a recent survey conducted by Leeds Now.

Joseph Poole

Leeds residents suffer discrepancy in amount of green space – data says

Almost half the residents of some areas of Leeds do not have access to private green space, such as a garden or shared communal area.

Oliver Jackson-Bolton

Leeds pledge to be carbon neutral by 2030

A Leeds Now investigation into the environment in Leeds has found that Leeds City Council have begun to enforce certain ways to create a greener ecofriendly city for future generations to come, launching an action plan to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030.

Oliver Jackson-Bolton, Abigail Johnson, Joseph Poole, Joseph Hull, Jake Grattage, Lara Goane, Sophia Kenny, Sophie Nicholson

cars parked on parking lot during daytime

Leeds tradesman struggles with fuel prices

Local Leeds plumber had to adapt to the rising fuel prices over the last few years. The fuel prices had an affect on his business due to the high cost.

Matthew Caines

Is increasing minimum wage solving the cost of living crisis?

"Minimum wage is a joke" said local worker.

Molly Cook

Attitudes On Climate Change in Leeds

People of Leeds need to make a "bold" move towards climate change before its too late, experts say.

Abigail Johnson

Smokers pay over £250,000 in city centre fines over last 15 months

99% of all littering fines have been for smokers who incorrectly discard their cigarettes

Jake Grattage

Leeds Bradford Airport passenger numbers halved since 2020

Leeds Bradford airport passenger data shows the number of people using the airport per year has halved since COVID 19.

Joseph Hull

Leeds local business negatively affected as shoplifting hits record high in 8 years

A newsagent in the Merrion centre is suffering from the cost-of-living. The level of shoplifting in Leeds has hit a record high in 2023 over the past 8 years.

Flynn Connolly

a person holding a bunch of coins in their hands

Leeds residents struggle to heat homes in cost of living crisis

Government statistics show that many households in the United Kingdom are struggling to heat their homes due to the ever increasing cost of living.

Ben Dinning

Air pollution in Leeds has halved over the last 20 years

Banning cars and pedestrianising parts of Leeds city centre has helped to half the levels of air pollution over the last 20 years, data shows

Sophie Nicholson

‘Councils can’t afford to fight fly-tipping’

"Fly tipping offences are facing a lack of consequences due to a shortage of resources in the councils."

Lara Goane

Stockport Town ranks as the best value for money team in Greater Manchester.

There are a lot of clubs in the Greater Manchester area, but which is the best value for money?

Jack Snaith, Zach Shepherd

Which is the best borough to be a football fan in Greater Manchester?

With over 30 football clubs in Greater Manchester, ranging from the Premier League all the way down to the North West Counties League, we wanted to find out what the best borough is to be a football fan in.

Ben Conway, Ethan Illingworth

Single mum from Leeds cutting Christmas spending because of cost of living

Leeds mum faces the cost of living crisis this Christmas

Daisy Shortt

Food prices increase by 30% in two years

Leeds Now compared six supermarkets to investigate which is the most affordable

Saffron Carroll, Caitlin Page

Attendance: Unraveling the Disparities in Vanarama National League Clubs between Yorkshire and the North West

In the realm of football, the Vanarama National League stands as a battleground where passion, talent, and community converge.

Joe Parsons, Sean O'Connor, Lucas Heslop

white and red train beside building at daytime

Comparing price of travel to the cheapest and most expensive football home games in Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester football fans travel prices

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War of the Roses: Which county provides the cheapest matchday for football fans?

Nowadays, going to a football match is far from a cheap day out. A combination of a pie, pint, and programme can leave your wallet or purse emptier than the Etihad, and that's on top of the cost of the match ticket.

Ted Bromwich, Arthur Difford

What football club in Greater Manchester is the most expensive to travel to?

Oldham Athletic are the most expensive club to travel to.

Rory Matloob, Finlay Sturges

An image of a flooded river in the dark.

Professor of science claims that Leeds isn’t doing enough about climate change

A professor of science at Leeds Trinity University shares their opinion on the effects of climates change.

Sophia Kenny

Who are the best teams to go and watch in Manchester for entertainment value?

Data analysis on football teams in the Greater Manchester area helps us decide the most entertaining teams to go and watch as a neutral

Leo Taylor, Barney Walker

Eligible children missing out on free school meals

1 in 3 school children living in poverty in England miss out on free school meals

Saffron Carroll

A Guide To A Football Christmas Day Out In Greater Manchester

Everyone knows Manchester is the footballing hub of England. With eight professional teams residing in the area, culture and history is scattered around the Greater Manchester region. But which team in the area can get you the best value for money on your family day out this Christmas season.

Ben Jubb, Nicholas Blakemore

A photograph of Manchester city football stadium, taken from a high angle.

Supporting your local team over a Premier League team is better value for money

Manchester City and Wythenshawe are joint highest in win percentage in greater Manchester, however the price of their match day tickets are worlds apart.

Lucy Oxbrow, Erin Gethins

Attendance: Unraveling the Disparities in Vanarama National League Clubs between Yorkshire and the North West

In the realm of football, the Vanarama National League stands as a battleground where passion, talent, and community converge.

Sean O'Connor, Lucas Heslop, Joe Parsons

How does promotion affect the price of football tickets

Dylan Saunders

Future house buyers could struggle as house prices peak

Data from ONS suggests that average house prices in Leeds, along with the national average, could peak above the budgets for those on an average wage in the city.

Joe Jacklin

Are the price of pints at football stadiums worth it?

If you've been to a bar in the past couple of years outside of Royal Park Pub, you've probably noticed that the average cost of a pint in the UK has risen exponentially. A big reason for such is the increase of beer duty back in August, which will reportedly cost the industry an extra £225million a year.

Felix Cox

Football in gods own county: price rises harming “the people’s game” up north.

Football is traditionally a working class sport but with prices rising, do the season ticket offers really stand up when compared to one-off ticket prices?

Blaine

The non-league club that’s best value for fans

Liversedge FC probably don't claim headlines normally, but the Yorkshire club is the best value for money according to a recent study.

Keel Walker

Women’s football in Yorkshire isn’t getting the investment it needs

With womens football becoming more popular this data reasearch was conducted to see the price of tickets across Yorkshires womens teams

dexterbudd

Championship side cheapest pie in the North

Of course when you go to a football the one thing you can’t skip on is the food. Whilst watching the game nothing is better then tucking into a hot pie on the stands.

Joseph Spencer

Lower league teams are better value for money for fans in Yorkshire

From Sheffield Wednesday to Marske United, find out which Yorkshire clubs give you the best value for money.

James Pennington

Survey shows Sheffield Wednesday is worst value club in Yorkshire

Cost of living is on the rise and so are football tickets, but are the price of tickets worth it?

Will Macrae, Andre Parkes

Fans agree with the facts: Leeds United kits are too expensive

We talked to Leeds United fans about whether replica shirts are affordable and a compared them to other Yorkshire clubs.

Connie Lea

Movember is back in support of the biggest health issues facing men

Suicide is the biggest cause of death in men under the age of 50 and around three quarters of deaths from suicides each year are men

Kiera Wilcox

Homelessness in Leeds up 48% since last Christmas, a charity says

Homelessness in Leeds is a problem all year round but especially at Christmas with the drop in temperature and the lack of support they have from friends and family.

Lauren Olivia Arkell

Thor’s Tipi is back to Leeds and busier than ever

The Scandinavian themed bar has said it has been the busiest they have been since opening 7 years ago

laurabennett

Thor’s Tipi back to Leeds for the seventh year

Scandinavian themed bar says this is their busiest year yet.

annabelwales

Carnegie American Football stars reflect on European experience

While their fellow students enjoyed a summer off, Leeds Beckett students Harry Sayer and Luke Daniel combined a European holiday with playing American Football in Germany and Italy.

Daniel Hawkhead

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