From FinTech to HealthTech: Leeds’ Game-Changing Plan to Transform Its Economy A view over Leeds City Centre

An ambitious 10-year economic vision and delivery plan has been launched for Leeds, setting out a roadmap to generate £20million in economic growth...

jonathand@cogn… Mon, 10/27/2025 - 09:40
Leaders Unite to Demand Transformational Rail Investment Between Leeds and Sheffield Sheffield

Political and business leaders from Leeds and Sheffield are heading to Westminster to advocate for major rail investment between the two city regions...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 10/22/2025 - 09:00
City's affordable homes scheme hits key milestone Aerial shot of Armley, Leeds

A new housing development in Armley, Leeds is celebrating a major milestone as the first five homes are completed and ready for residents to move in...

Dan Benn Mon, 09/08/2025 - 10:35
City gets affordable and accessible housing boost Image of new home in Leeds - Leeds City Council

Leeds City Council has reached a major milestone in its mission to deliver high-quality affordable housing, as the first tenants move into newly...

Dan Benn Fri, 08/22/2025 - 10:03
Leeds Celebrities Rally Behind Powerful Suicide Prevention Campaign Celebrities

Stars from TV and sport in Leeds have given their celebrity backing to a campaign calling for more people across the city to sign up as ‘Suicide...

jonathand@cogn… Tue, 08/12/2025 - 08:55
Culture Pays Off: West Yorkshire Smashes Tourism Records with £6.26 Billion Boom! Bradford

West Yorkshire’s recent creative and cultural celebrations have contributed to record visitor numbers, new figures reveal.

Mayor Tracy Brabin has...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 08/06/2025 - 08:40
Swing, Slide, Sign! Why Kids Are Learning BSL in Council Playgrounds Kids with sign language signs

Children at playgrounds around Leeds are being encouraged to learn sign language as new fun educational boards are installed.

Funded by the Nationa...

jonathand@cogn… Fri, 07/04/2025 - 08:39
From Whitehall to West Yorkshire: How Local Expertise Will Drive National Change Leeds

The Leader of Leeds City Council and the Mayor of West Yorkshire have welcomed government plans to bring together local communities, civil servants...

jonathand@cogn… Thu, 06/19/2025 - 09:59
10 Years, 1 Powerful Idea: How the Mockingbird Model Is Transforming Foster Families Mockingbird Hub Anniversary

A foster carer has hailed the “invaluable” support offered by a unique fostering initiative that has just marked a decade of empowering families...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 05/21/2025 - 08:37
Employment Hub Gets Major Funding Employment Hub

Leeds City Council is welcoming the announcement that it is set to receive £2.3million of funding to help more people find and maintain work.

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jonathand@cogn… Wed, 04/16/2025 - 08:37
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