What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
I’m an optimist, so believe that everyone is, essentially, brilliant. But I’m also forced to admit that quite a lot of people try to get away with what they can, when they can. Because of this, our communities here in south Leeds sometimes (or often?) get a raw deal. Several
Local members of the Kurdish House community association – most well-known for their valiant litter-picking around South Leeds – recently co-led a demonstration shining a light on injustices their people are facing in the Middle East, and calling for change. The protest focused partly on the recent death of Kurdish
Dozens of Beeston Hill residents braved the storms on 21 November to attend a packed-out meeting to form a community association for their area – and they want to hear from others interested in getting involved. Residents associations are organisations led by local people, to build community solidarity and voice,
This month sees the launch of a new resident-led forum for Beeston Hill – could YOU help change your community? People living throughout Beeston Hill* are invited to join a meeting on Monday (21 November 2022) from 6pm (until 7pm), at the Building Blocks nursery on Maud Avenue, off Tempest
Residents around Leeds Dock and the nearby area were saddened when First Bus abruptly axed their number 29 bus last month. Now the service is being restarted, after a concerted effort by Councillor Ed Carlisle (Green, Hunslet & Riverside) and new independent operator Yorkshire Buses. The popular service – up
As previously reported, Leeds City Council have cancelled their official bonfires this year due to budget cuts. However, local councillor Ed Carlisle (Green, Hunslet and Riverside) is inviting local people and groups to consider holding their own events to fill the gap – and is offering support if needed. Cllr
Hunslet RLFC are working with social investment firm Advantage 42 on ambitious plans which would see £10-12 million invested at the John Charles Centre for Sport (JCCS) to refurbish facilities and support community sport in South Leeds. The club is in talks with Leeds City Council, which if successful, would
We asked your three new South Leeds Councillors to introduce themselves: Cllr Annie Maloney – Beeston & Holbeck ward I stood for election because growing up I saw the constant injustice so many face. My Mum struggled as a single parent working full time and as I’ve got older, I’ve