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The image shows a police car parked next to the entrance for the British Transport Police Station in Leeds. The car is decorated with neon police vinyl.

West Yorkshire Police Launch New ‘Safer Leeds’ Bus Patrol Team

Roan 9 November 2023

A new team of specially trained Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have been introduced to the West Yorkshire bus network.

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The image shows a Leeds Becket University sign with standing water on top. The city of Leeds is in the background with high rise buildings and people walking in the street.

Major Incident Declared as Storm Ciarán Sweeps The UK

Roan 2 November 2023

The UK has been hit by extreme weather this week as Storm Ciarán moves across the nation.

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Image shows the entrance to Leeds University building, The Great Hall. Orange paint is splashed across the windows to the left of the entrance and green barriers have been placed to block the buildings entrance.

Leeds University Hit With Just Stop Oil Protest

Roan 19 October 2023

Universities across the country have been targeted by Just Stop Oil this week, following an open letter to chancellors threatening action if they did not comply with the demands outlined.

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