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Fear as air pollution in Leeds remains high during Covid

Figures show a rise in air pollution despite multiple lockdowns

Residents are urged to speak up against anti-social behaviour

Leeds City Council and West Yorkshire Police are urging residents of Leeds to speak up against anti-social behaviour.

Winter Wonderland launches in Leeds this Christmas

Christmas festivities back in Leeds this Winter for the first time since COVID

Alcohol Awareness Week

For alcohol awareness week we take a look at how alcohol affects the UK

Lockdown sees positive rise in cycling in Leeds

Cycling figures show good signs for the future

Omicron: Work-from-home guidance reintroduced

People in England are now being advised to work from home amid new Plan B

Canada’s CN Tower gets $21 million revamp

The renovations will modernise the tower, improve accessibility and maximise viewing capacity.

Picket line at Parkinson

The University and College Union (UCU) members took to the picket line at the steps of the Parkinson building amid ongoing disputes over pensions

Tightened restrictions causes threat to traders over Christmas.

New Covid-19 variant 'Omicron' has threatened traders for a second consecutive year, with concern that more restrictions could affect Christmas trading.

Christmas returns to Millennium Square

Ice Cube @ Christmas brings festivity and joy to Millennium Square

Reclaim The Night Leeds hosts 44th annual protest.

Hundreds of people took to Leeds streets to protest women's rights with advocate group Reclaim The Night.

Omicron variant a concern for retail staff

Concern for retail staff in the run-up to Christmas following the announcement of the new Coronavirus variant 'Omicron'

New government guidelines on children’s school uniform ‘far more affordable’

Logos and branded items must be kept to a minimum, and uniform must be available on the High Street, making school uniform more accessible for

Fans voice displeasure as Rhinos face 2 months away from home

Headingley Stadium set to undergo mid-season renovations.

Leeds student in debt with ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ scheme

"Stay away from it and be careful" - student warns against using Buy Now Pay Later apps.

Leeds teenage group cause residents distress over constant fireworks

Fireworks causing disruption for Leeds residents as a group of teens are going round setting fireworks off in night and day.

Fireworks continue to cause mayhem in Leeds

Complaints are being made claiming that fireworks are still being set off, and can be heard in Leeds coming from places as far as Bradford.

Fear over Leeds Winter Wonderland

The Winter Wonderland Christmas experience begins in Leeds today but faces concern on the popularity it will receive.

Council’s plans for a greener Leeds

Leeds City Council has approved a street improvement scheme in Holbeck.

Leeds Nightclubs urged to boost security measures after boycotting campaign

The streets of Leeds on Wednesday night were left empty after a campaign to boycott nightclubs took place.

Irish rap duo seek for better opportunity in Leeds streets

An upcoming Irish hip-hop and rap duo take the streets of Leeds, after leaving their home town in Ireland, as Covid-19 restriction risk ruining their

International Men’s Day encourages local support groups to get involved

International Men’s Day is an important reminder for men to be open about talking about their mental health and wellbeing.

Leeds General Infirmary take part in ‘Preg-CoV’ trial

Leeds General Infirmary has been named as one of more than a dozen sites across England that will take part in a new study into

Leeds group helps vulnerable people get support.

For The People aims to help vulnerable people in Leeds through services by volunteers.

Homeless people in Leeds forced to choose between a place to sleep or their dog

Homeless people are having to choose between having a roof over their head or staying on the streets with their dog.

Security of hospitals questioned after car explosion

‘The streets were evacuated but I don’t feel as there’s been enough information released to the people in the surrounding areas’

‘It’s nothing short of a betrayal’: Fury as HS2 to Leeds is axed

It has been axed as part of the Government's Integrated Rail Plan

Homeless people in Leeds forced to give up furry companions for a place to sleep.

Homeless people are suffering in winter nights being refused entry to hostels as they are accompanied with dogs.

Friday 19 November: Leeds Now live updates

Live news updates from the Leeds Now newsroom in the centre of Leeds.

‘Hamas deemed a terrorist organization,’ hopes Patel

Home Secretary Priti Patel plans to introduce legislation to make support for Hamas illegal.

Leeds shows support for International Men’s Day

This years International Men's Day has received overwhelming support from all over the city.

Security of hospitals questioned after car explosion

Outside the Liverpool Women's Hospital a bomb was detonated. only one fatality was recorded. However, this ponders the question, how safe are hospitals?

Leeds high street to get new lease of life

East Street Arts have selected two artists to work as part of the High Street Heritage Action Zone Programme.

A four day working week drastically improves quality of life

Companies across the world have begun to introduce a four day working week in an attempt to raise staff morale.

Leeds United street art commissioned to represent LGBTQ+ fans

A mural celebrating Leeds United LGBTQ+ fans will be revealed next week

Traffic mayhem in Headingley

What do local residents think of the rise in traffic in and around Headingley?

Leeds Co-op held at knife point

The Co-op Supermarket in Swarcliffe was threatened by a masked trio who were carrying knives last night.

Crime in Kirkgate on the rise

Violence and crime in Kirkgate, Leeds has been increasing and has forced a restaurant to relocate.

Kirkgate “violence” driving business away

Kirkgate "violence" driving business away

Foster Care shortages due to work commitments

Leeds City Council are offering 9 days paid leave to employees wanting to become foster carers.

Leeds Farmers Market resurgence after Covid drove visitors away

15 years ago, the very first Headingly Farmer's Market was held. Created by a group of volunteers with the same interest of providing good organic

Paid leave in support of foster care

Leeds City Council have introduced a scheme to support their workers who want to foster care.

LGBTQ+ football fan club to unveil their new street art this weekend.

Leeds is a city full of arts and culture and Marching Out Together are planning to make their mark on the street art scene.

Irish rap duo take to streets of Leeds

Two rap artists from Dublin, Ireland, have taken to the streets of Leeds in search of new career opportunities.

Leeds clubs tackle spiking

As spiking numbers increase, fear from club goers is also on the rise. Clubs in Leeds have all had different approaches to tackling the spiking

Leeds medical professional advises masks to be worn on public transport amid COVID rise

COVID cases have been rising across the nation and many are arguing for masks to be worn on public transport.

Ask for Angela campaign relaunched in Leeds

The Ask for Angela campaign has been relaunched in Leeds Universities and bars, after the increase concern of women's safety on the streets.

The bargain bins takeover: short on staff but not slippers

Shopping has undoubtedly changed. We now live in unprecedented times as a result of leaving the European Union and surviving a worldwide pandemic. I ask

Leeds dentist says we should all be wearing masks again on public transport

University of Leeds dental student informs us as to why masks should still be worn on public transport in order to slow down the spread

Leeds Clubs are trying their best to keep young girls safe.

Spiking in Leeds clubs sky rockets and clubs are finally trying to do something about it.

With homelessness on the rise, how can our community help?

A community goodwill initiative which launched earlier this year has reached out in hopes of a rise in donations and a fall in rough sleeping.

Disposable E-cigarette popularity leading to litter increase

E-cigarette usage has led to an increase in litter.

TakeOneLeaveOne are providing warm clothes for those in need

In preparation for a cold winter, volunteer ran charity TOLO are offering a helping hand.

Straight people told to stay away from LGBTQ+ clubs

Scared of being spiked, club goers have turned towards LGBTQ+ clubs for respite.

Disposable vapes contributing to littering in Leeds

Disposable vapes surge in popularity amongst teenagers and have added to a rise in littered plastic.

Leeds club promoter responds to recent rise in spiking

Leeds Clubs respond in different ways to the recent rise in spiking.

Former Yorkshire cricket player slams club for handling of Rafiq allegations

Ex-player Kyrone says the Yorkshire CCC chairman was right to resign.

Leeds “army” of litter pickers

A Leeds man has created a movement with litter picking with over 12,000 bags collected.

Over 100 bags of litter collected a month by campaign

Group organiser, Jeff Yates, says he has "grown a litter army" as part of the Litter-free Guiseley campaign.

Leeds City Council Bonfire Displays Cancelled

Mixed signals this bonfire night as Leeds City Council cancels it's main firework displays and local Community takes matters into their own hands.

Take Me Out Triumph for The Box

Large turnout for Take Me Out Halloween Special despite the rise in COVID cases and recent spiking panic.

Leeds Nightclubs urged to boost security measures after boycotting campaign

The streets of Leeds on Wednesday night were left empty after a campaign to boycott nightclubs took place.

Insulate Britain, justified or misdirected?

Insulate Britain, are they right or wrong?

Monday 18th October – Leeds Now Live Blog

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Leeds Now Live Blog – Monday 11th October 2021

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Leeds Now live blog – Monday 4th October 2021

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A very empty Leeds City Centre.

Homeless clothing campaign launches in Leeds for the first time

People in Leeds are being encouraged to donate their unwanted clothes and coats to homeless people in the city.
3 clear glass bottles on table

Vegans reluctant to take Covid-19 vaccine due to animal testing

Some vegans and animal rights advocates are refusing or reluctant to take the Covid-19 vaccine due to it being tested on animals.
Hillary Keene

Finding jobs in Leeds during Covid-19 “really difficult”

Unemployment has gone up signifficantly since lockdown. We spoke to NHS contractor Hilary Keene on her experience with unemployment.