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Two people have been sentenced for modern slavery offences after women were trafficked from Romania to the UK to work as sex workers in West Yorkshire. Costel Tambac and Mariana Iova were jailed today after being found guilty by a jury following a trial in July. The pair, both Romanian
Cockburn Reach Academy is proud to provide exciting, hands-on learning that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and practical skills in every pupil through their very own Forest Schools programme. Learning in the natural environment helps children develop problem-solving skills and deepens their connection with the outdoors. Pupils are taking safe risks, from
The Leeds Palestinian Film Festival is proud to announce its return for 2025, taking place from November 12 to December 6 at iconic venues across Leeds. Now in its 11th edition, the festival continues to celebrate the richness, diversity, and resilience of Palestinian culture through the lens of cinema. This
A new digital consultation system developed by local GPs is helping patients in Leeds to access GP services without hassle and delay, while saving the equivalent of 285 appointments every week. Many patients experience frustration having to join the so called “8am queue” and take up a valuable face-to-face slot
Leeds City Council has hailed a series of successful court cases as a “clear signal” of its determination to combat housing fraud. The council has brought separate civil proceedings against four of its tenants in recent months after checks revealed they were subletting their homes. Proceedings were also brought against
Financial services provider Leeds Credit Union has partnered with financial technology specialists FinTech North, forming a collaboration that reflects the companies’ shared commitment to promoting financial inclusion and supporting purpose-driven FinTech in the region. Leeds Credit Union is a member-owned financial organisation providing simple savings products and affordable loans to
Year 7 students at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (CLCA) took part in an extended assembly delivered by Collingwood Learning. The session featured a powerful and emotive performance titled Split Second, designed to raise awareness about road safety and the dangers of distraction near or on the road. Through a blend
PLATFORM_, in partnership with the Lloyds-backed equity investor Housing Growth Partnership (HGP), has marked the topping out of its landmark 451-home Build to Rent (BTR) development at Sweetfields, on Sweet Street in Holbeck. The milestone represents significant progress in delivering high-quality, professionally managed rental homes to the South Bank Regeneration
Leeds College of Building (LCB) is celebrating after winning a top industry trophy at the Construction Apprenticeship Awards 2025 in Manchester. The prestigious ‘Construction Apprenticeship College / University of the Year’ category was awarded to Leeds College of Building for its dedication to apprentices and playing a vital role in
Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, has launched a free programme to help young people develop ideas to benefit their community. The Mayor’s big ideas challenge is offering 16-25 year olds who live, work or study in West Yorkshire the chance to win prizes worth up to £625, if they