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COVID-19: A statement from the Leaders of West Yorkshire Councils
Bus Alliance renews its commitment to improve air quality across West Yorkshire
Combined Authority wins national award for ‘leadership in responding to the climate emergency’
Further new sustainable travel schemes worth up to £141.3 million to go before the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee
Plans for £15.8 million Halifax Bus Station redevelopment given the green light
Future-Ready Skills Commission responds to PM’s speech on adult skills and training
Combined Authority reminds both parents and young people to do their bit and wear a face covering
£4.2 billion annual skills investment needed to overcome COVID-19 and reboot economy for 21st century
West Yorkshire Combined Authority gets behind World Car Free Day
West Yorkshire Combined Authority to start commissioning providers for adult education services
West Yorkshire authorities coordinate resources to implement Rule of Six
Combined Authority publishes latest results of transport survey
West Yorkshire says ‘yes’ to devolution deal
Combined Authority superfast broadband programme rolled out to more than 1,700 rural businesses
Public transport at the forefront of COVID-19 recovery plans for West Yorkshire
Decisions made in West Yorkshire, for West Yorkshire
LEP Chair appointed to government advisory group on future of inward investment
Combined Authority launches innovative Future Mobility Strategy consultation
Plans for up to £177 million of new sustainable travel schemes from Devolution Deal to go before the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee
Transport network prepared for the return of West Yorkshire’s students
West Yorkshire holds the ‘blueprint for recovery’
West Yorkshire’s £1.8 billion devolution deal takes next steps towards becoming law following record-breaking consultation
Transport options top of the agenda as COVID-19 radically changes travel and working patterns across West Yorkshire
Combined Authority responds to Government bus funding announcement
Plans for more than £7 million of new sustainable travel schemes to go before the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee
Work complete on Growth Deal funded flood alleviation scheme in East Leeds
Combined Authority secures £52.6 million from Getting Building Fund
West Yorkshire Combined Authority secures funding to make ambitious cycling and walking plans a reality
Department for Transport’s Active Travel Fund
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s response to the PM’s announcement to kickstart £2bn cycling and walking revolution
Progress towards West Yorkshire devolution deal gathers pace
Ambitious action on cutting car use, insulating thousands of homes and planting new forests needed to tackle climate emergency
West Yorkshire public thanked for nation’s largest ever response to devolution consultation
Response to DfT announcement on the 'Northern Transport Council' and Trans-Pennine Upgrade
Combined Authority shortlisted for national award for ‘leadership in responding to the climate emergency’
People asked for their views on proposed new bus information around Leeds
Views urgently sought on school travel arrangements for September 2020
Combined Authority to receive economic and transport recovery plans
Thousands more homes and businesses in Leeds and Calderdale to be protected from flooding
Combined Authority calls for long-term government funding to ensure West Yorkshire school transport can safely return in September
Response to the Chancellor's economic statement
Rethink skills and training for the COVID-19 recovery
Survey underlines need for support for public transport as West Yorkshire emerges from COVID-19 pandemic
Combined Authority secures £52.6 million to support shovel-ready projects
Plans progress for West Yorkshire mass transit system as Combined Authority Investment Committee approves next steps
Last chance to make your voice heard in country’s largest devolution consultation
In-depth study into how to decarbonise Leeds City Region will accelerate region’s response to climate emergency
West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s AccessBus provides vital services during the COVID-19 pandemic
Combined Authority secures funding to make ambitious cycling and walking plans a reality in West Yorkshire
Devolution deal helps deliver housing funding for West Yorkshire
Combined Authority creates assistance cards for people exempt from wearing face coverings
Combined Authority puts skills and training at centre of West Yorkshire’s economic recovery
Combined Authority to review plans to help West Yorkshire economy recover from COVID-19
West Yorkshire Combined Authority and the LEP take further action as unemployment claims rise by a fifth
People urged to plan journeys as lockdown restrictions relaxed
Green light given to multi million-pound investment in cycling and walking across Leeds City Region
Diversity at the Combined Authority
Your chance to make West Yorkshire streets safer and more accessible for cycling and walking
Devolution must not be delayed by coronavirus crisis - West Yorkshire Council Leaders
Transformational transport schemes presented as West Yorkshire Combined Authority plans long term recovery from COVID-19 pandemic
West Yorkshire Combined Authority presses for long-term solution on public transport funding during pandemic
West Yorkshire Combined Authority seeks input on the future of adult education and skills
Important step forward for West Yorkshire devolution deal as councils agree go-ahead for public consultation
The LEP and the Combined Authority launch free training programmes to help people upskill while in lockdown
Government endorsement of Combined Authority unlocks £150 million funding boost for West Yorkshire
Action taken to support the public transport network during next phase of COVID-19 pandemic response
Councillors approve plan for new £370,000 cycling and walking route at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee
Government urged to work with Combined Authority on next phase of COVID-19 response
Growth Deal funded work to restore York’s historic Guildhall continues safely
West Yorkshire Economic Recovery Board: fighting together for a stronger, fairer, sustainable future
New board formed to lead West Yorkshire’s economy out of the pandemic
Local leaders meet virtually on devolution deal worth at least £1.8bn in Government investment
Local leaders meet virtually on devolution deal worth at least £1.8bn in Government investment (1)
‘Matchmaking’ Employment Hub Created for West Yorkshire Employers and Jobseekers facing Uncertain Futures
West Yorkshire Combined Authority supports key worker bus timetable
Response to new Government support for bus services
Covid-19 Update from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Park and Ride closes in response to falling demand
Coronavirus Update from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority: Protecting People and Livelihoods During the Outbreak and Preparing for the Future
Resilient bus timetable to support key worker travel
People urged not to use public transport unless their journey is essential
Changes to bus and rail timetables to provide service resilience and support key workers
Transport committee welcomes Transforming Cities Fund bid success
West Yorkshire Public Transport Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update 13/03/2020
Leaders secure £1.8bn devolution deal unlocking decades of investment for West Yorkshire
Change of plan to create extra parking spaces at Castleford rail station
Chance to have a say on planned bus stop improvements across Leeds’ Cottingley estate
New ‘Fare Deal for Young People’s West Yorkshire bus travel proposed
Transport committee to consider worldwide feedback on developing mass transit
Park and ride extension plans for Normanton Station
Combined Authority to improve way it calculates carbon cost of transport and infrastructure projects in response to climate emergency
Bus Alliance members join forces to help customers cope with roadworks disruption
More support for flood hit communities to be approved by Investment Committee
Chair of the Combined Authority calls for more Government investment to help flood hit communities
New date and time for Infirmary street improvement works drop-in event
Transport chair responds to PM's bus & cycling announcement
Response to the Prime Minister’s announcement that HS2 will go ahead
Rothwell & Robin Hood walking and cycling improvements
Storm Ciara flooding response
Plans for a £14.5 million low carbon heat network in Bradford city centre move a step closer
Leaky dams helping to protect thousands of homes and businesses from flooding
Devolution must be central to new government’s skills and training agenda, says Future-Ready Skills Commission
West Yorkshire Bus Alliance releases latest performance figures
Work to start on Leeds city centre's Infirmary Street & Park Row
Response to the announcement that Northern Rail is to be brought under government control
Further investigation of bus service franchising to be considered
Digital demand-responsive bus travel among West Yorkshire Future Mobility Zone initiatives
Response to the National Audit Office report on HS2
Work starts on next phase of Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme to protect hundreds of businesses and homes
Steeton & Silsden car park construction starts soon
Response to media reports on the Oakervee Review
West Yorkshire communities urged to exploit broadband boost
Our Budget 2020/21
Strong growth for West Yorkshire’s new rail stations
Historic Wakefield waterfront mills to be brought back to life
Bus station bands
River Ouse put to work as Growth Deal-funded project to restore York's historic Guildhall continues
Response to rail meeting with Ministers
Have your say on plans for new £15.4 million bus station in Halifax
Vision for possible West Yorkshire cycling network
Transport Chair sets out 2020 vision for West Yorkshire bus services
Response to 2020 rail fares rise and future of Northern franchise
‘Support our ambitions’ – Leaders urge Prime Minister to back region’s priorities
Response to the Queen's Speech 2019
Details of Boxing Day bus services for West Yorkshire confirmed
Response to the December 2019 timetable changes
Leeds City Region bid for £1/2 billion to transform transport for all
Garforth rail station’s new 333-space car park - fully open from Friday
LEP Chair responds to IPPR North 'State of the North 2019' report
Development starts on Gain Lane Enterprise Zone site
Future-Ready Skills Commission Releases Interim Report
First electric vehicle rapid chargepoints going live in the Wakefield district
Work begins to develop a zero carbon transport plan for the Leeds City Region
Start date for £2.8 million Castleford rail station transformation
Combined Authority backing bid to improve disabled access at Pontefract's Monkhill station
Latest West Yorkshire bus figures show improvement in miles operated
West Yorkshire's bus information strategy to be 'digital first' but retains paper timetable commitment
Support for White Rose rail station sought at next week’s Investment Committee meeting
Buses to top agenda at next week's Transport Committee meeting
Business leaders and politicians gather at ‘Energy and Clean Growth in the Northern Powerhouse’ event
Transport Chair responds to bus report and fare rises
ECMA calls on the government to invest in the East Coast Main Line to improve reliability
First AccessBus vehicle to go green re-enters service
Call for passenger compensation over Pacer trains
Original auditorium revealed as Growth Deal funded transformation of Bradford’s former Odeon cinema continues
Drop-in events on Leeds Bus Station improvement plans
North and Midlands ‘must take control’ to deliver true benefits of HS2 and NPR, says review
New LEP-funded walking and cycling bridge connects communities across the River Aire
Expert report to Green Economy Panel highlights next steps to create net zero carbon Leeds City Region by 2038
Every day is a stations day in West Yorkshire says Transport Chair
Combined Authority response on Queen's Speech rail reform proposals
Y-shape of HS2 network vital to meeting East of the country’s economic needs
West Yorkshire Combined Authority Leader calls on Government to back the Northern Forest
Investment in HS2 not a binary choice, says Cllr Blake
Major improvements at Leeds Station - inside and out
Combined Authority responds to FT report on the Oakervee Review
Action plan sets out how West Yorkshire Combined Authority will play its part in tackling the climate emergency
West Yorkshire Combined Authority to consider role in sale of bus services
Future mobility zone bid submitted to transform Leeds City Region's travel
Watch as tower blocks are demolished in Halifax regeneration project
Transport Chair responds to the chancellors bus pledges
Importance of HS2 and NPR to Leeds City Region to be discussed at fringe event
Work begins to restore York's historic Guildhall
West Yorkshire Combined Authority tackles mental health in the workplace with ground breaking study
Progress on schemes worth over £240 million up for consideration
Pressure on rail network across the North highlights the need for new infrastructure
New insight into the links between transport and land value
Buses can provide ideal & affordable outings for this Sunday’s car free day, says Alliance
People asked for views on Leeds transport schemes
Combined Authority responses to PM's speech at today's NP11 Convention of the North
Combined Authority welcomes investment in flood defences to protect homes and businesses across Leeds City Region
Combined Authority responds to spending review
Skills boost as Leeds City College opens doors to new £60 million campus
A green light on HS2 and NPR is ‘critical to the long term success of the UK and all its parts’, says new campaign
Government urged to back multi-million-pound package of flood defence schemes for Leeds City Region
Funding towards next stage of Leeds flood defence scheme recommended for approval
Students benefit from £79M investment in colleges across Leeds City Region
Why Apprenticeship Policy Must Be Reformed As Students Receive GCSE Results
Global expertise sought for Leeds City Region mass transit system
Responses to HS2 Review
Energy and Clean Growth in the Northern Powerhouse
£319m invested by Combined Authority and LEP in past year, with £398m to follow by March 2020
Leaders across the North demand a ‘Northern Budget’ to deliver infrastructure boost
Response to the rise in regulated rail fares
Sheffield City Region confirmed for biggest ever gathering of Convention of the North with NP11
1.5 million square feet of commercial space in pipeline
West Yorkshire’s largest electric vehicle rapid-charging network is live
Elland Road park and ride expansion work underway
Rebalancing the economy for the benefit of the whole UK
Call for details of PM's Northern Powerhouse Rail pledge
One Yorkshire Leaders set out new devolution proposals
Cllr Blake responds to the latest report on rail passenger crowding in major cities
Network Rail review welcomed
MPs' call for Government departments to champion active travel welcomed
Leeds’ new £7.9 million city centre cycle superhighway opens
Blake Jones Review published
September sees work start on £20 million transformation of Leeds city centre's Headrow
Leeds City Region leading the way on inclusive growth
Britain needs HS2 - new report by HSRIL
Politicians, businesses and young people join forces as Leeds City Region Climate Coalition
Response to the ORR 'train operating company key statistics'
Tackling climate change with urgency
Securing and improving bus services for passengers
Cllr Manisha Kaushik begins role as Transport Committee Deputy Chair
Garforth rail station car park to get an extra 85 spaces to help reduce city centre congestion
Cllr Blake responds to potential delays to withdraw Pacer trains
Response to new trains introduced by Northern
Combined Authority declares climate emergency
Have your say on your bus information
Leeds City Region’s ambitious agenda for climate change action
'The Northern Powerhouse must be a thread running through Government policy' - Roger Marsh
Response to IPPR North Northern Powerhouse research
The 3M Buckley Innovation Centre helps protect historic UK buildings
Buses taking big steps to cleaner air in West Yorkshire
Local government leaders from across the North write to the candidates for PM
Improving air quality at Calderdale’s first Bike Friendly School
Successful work with colleges to ensure people have the right skills for City Region's economy
Roger Marsh welcomes Channel 4 annual report
Work to start this year on over £200 million of Combined Authority-backed, Leeds City Region transport schemes
Pedestrians and people who cycle set to benefit from £1 million transport funding for Pontefract
New report on how people in the UK feel about bus travel is ‘valuable piece of work’
Bradford’s new £3.1 million Canal Road Cycleway opens
Our Transport Chair responds to report on halting decline in bus use
Success for University of Huddersfield and 3M BIC at national technology awards
Regional leaders call on the Government to commit to the full delivery of HS2
Young people’s nationwide bus guide commends West Yorkshire initiative
LEP Question Time invites questions from the public
Response to the House of Lords 'rethinking HS2' report
LEP business grants scheme to drive forward inclusive growth
NP11 Chair responds to new joint ministerial role for Northern Powerhouse Minister
Leeds City Region remains one of leading UK locations for foreign investment
Kim Groves: Getting West Yorkshire on their bikes for healthier lifestyles
New Azuma trains launch on the East Coast Main Line
Infrastructure investment increasing confidence for people who cycle, says Transport Chair
yournextbus customers urged to go online and 'love the live'
News archive
Major improvement work on Keighley's Hard Ings Road.
Tech company AND Digital creates 100 jobs in Halifax
City Region businesses fostering local workforce talent by backing digital skills
Response to new 'access map' launched by the Rail Delivery Group
Three local rail stations to benefit from successful Access for All bid
Leeds City Region's success on the international stage at MIPIM 2019
Channel 4 in advanced negotiations with the Majestic in Leeds to be new National HQ
Roger Marsh OBE awarded for outstanding contribution to regional economy
MCard travel smartcard goes totally paperless
Bus Alliance launch
Clean bus technology makeover will deliver NHS savings
Work on new Glasshoughton Southern Link Road underway
First walk across new Scarborough Bridge, York ahead of next month's opening following £4.4m upgrade
New report calls for 'Connectivity Fund' to reverse cuts in bus funding
Buses doing heavy lifting for West Yorkshire economy
Apprenticeships gender gap - more needs to be done
Cllr Blake responds to IPPR North 'quick wins for the North's transport network'
West Yorkshire Combined Authority calls for significant reforms in Williams Rail Review submission
Response to Spring Statement 2019
Funding success for cycling and walking projects
Seven schemes approved at Combined Authority Investment Committee
Green light for plans to transform Bradford's former Odeon into world class music venue
Bus information strategy to reflect people's requirements by putting digital first
Communities asked for views on next phase of Castleford Greenway work
Potential of the Powerhouse is unlocked
Castleford rail station improvement proposals to go on show
Huge opportunities to redress rail industry imbalance says Transport chair Cllr Kim Groves
Employment Hub launched in Leeds City Region
People invited to take part in East Leeds Orbital Route tree-planting days
New real-time bus information displays to be installed across West Yorkshire
Results from Halifax station survey are in
Public asked for views on the Combined Authority
One Yorkshire's place in a post-Brexit economy to be discussed at conference
Pact announcement is boost for local TV and production sector
Rhubarb festival highlights City Region's huge range of industries
York footbridge lifted out by rail crane to make way for new accessible structure
Kim Groves: People need to be able to trust the bus
Further public engagement on Leeds Bradford Airport and north west Leeds connectivity begins
Start of work to improve access at Marsden rail station welcomed
People invited to have their say on fourth phase of £120 million A629, Halifax - Huddersfield improvement programme
Leeds City Region is showcasing success at global conference
West Yorkshire Combined Authority presses for further rail service improvements
Devolution - One Yorkshire Leaders co-chairs' statement
One Yorkshire Leaders respond to devolution letter
Derelict paper mill site transformed into sustainable housing development and visitor attraction with LEP support
York ring road's Wetherby Road roundabout improvement complete
Old footbridge on York's Scarborough Bridge set to be removed by rail crane this weekend
Support for Northern Powerhouse Rail submission
New Glasshoughton southern link road gets go-ahead
Successful bid for ultra-low emission park and ride buses
Wakefield city centre's Kirkgate roundabout scheme is delivering bus service improvements
Leeds' Local Industrial Strategy on the agenda with Theresa May
Sharing the benefits of Salterhebble scheme
Responses to Transport for the North's strategic transport plan
Preparations for Keighley road improvement scheme getting underway
Investment Committee being asked to approve over £30 million of Leeds City Region schemes
LEP puts in place support to help Leeds City Region businesses through Brexit
Scarborough Bridge, York, to close to make way for new improved version
Future-Ready Skills Commission to challenge status-quo
New Year, New career - skills campaigns inform thousands across the region
Channel 4 Board meets in Leeds for first time and launches new partnership with City Region
Drop-in sessions to gather views on Bradford Shipley highway improvements
Making travel simpler through improved digital payments
Backing for West Yorkshire Bus Alliance confirmed
One Yorkshire Leaders respond to Northern Powerhouse Minister
Region celebrates investment and jobs
Yorkshire Leaders Board Statement
Response to ORR 'rail passenger delay compensation claims'
National and European experts helping develop new Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans
Headrow City Centre Gateway scheme for Leeds backed
Private sector support places Leeds City Region on the international stage
Over two million journeys made on Leeds park and ride services.
Yorkshire's opportunities and challenges to be discussed at event
CityConnect's tips on building more walking into your daily routine in 2019
West Yorkshire Combined Authority retains customer service excellence status
West Yorkshire traffic signal integration marks 90th anniversary of pioneering Leeds 'robots'
Businesses encourage employees to keep cycling this winter
Three years on from high-pressure bridge installation, new road is providing relief for Wakefield
Over £150m invested in year of success for West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Response to Westminster Hall debate on the performance of rail operators in Yorkshire
Free wi-fi now available at eight West Yorkshire bus stations
Expanded North and West Yorkshire business rates pilot scheme approved
Combined Authority to benefit from new partnership programme with National Infrastructure Commission
Leeds City Region's ambition to be among world's first zero carbon energy regions
Leeds homes warmer for winter
Timetables for West Yorkshire's Boxing Day bus services confirmed
LEP Chair reflects on 2018 and the opportunities on the horizon
Strong performance for West Yorkshire's new rail stations
People invited to have their say on Bradford-Shipley transport improvements
Businesses in region reporting skills gap at managerial level
Cllr Blake responds to ORR Inquiry into the May timetable disruption
Tour de France legacy lives on in Armley
LEP calls for new UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to exceed current funding guaranteed through EU funds
Combined Authority Investment Committee backs development of new, �39 million High Speed Rail Institute
Hundreds face longer journeys with introduction of new train timetables
Responses to IPPR North's 'State of the North 2018' report
Cllr Blake responds to HoC Transport Committee report
New Kirklees College Springfield Centre is now open
Two million scans for our live West Yorkshire bus times
Transport chair demands improvements on rail service reliability & capacity
Cycling and walking boost for Huddersfield Narrow Canal
Response to rail fares rise
West Yorkshire Combined Authority Investment Committee asked to back �34 million
Construction of the first new city centre bridge over the Ouse in York for 137 years starts
Combined Authority will fund over 80 Boxing Day bus services across West Yorkshire
Eighty-eight new, free electric vehicles rapid-charge points to be installed across West Yorkshire
Time running out for people to have their say on the future of Halifax rail station.
LEPs propose merger to secure 'bigger share of the prize' for Yorkshire
Cllr Blake responds to latest IPPR research on transport spending
Successful places have good transport links.
New campaign promoting Leeds City Region in London
Cllr Judith Blake stresses importance of local transport investment to North of England summit
How Leeds City Region is leading Smart City tech
Combined Authority confirms commitment to HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail
New alliance to carry on improvements on West Yorkshire's buses
Commission Chair welcomes West Yorkshire's focus on improving infrastructure
Planning transport for Leeds City Region growth
Dismay at timetable decisions
Channel 4 confirms Leeds City Region as home of new national HQ.
Leeds City Region highlights Budget digital opportunity
Yorkshire Leaders Board hopes for swift Government response to One Yorkshire submission
Sowing the 7,000,000 seeds of Salterhebble's new green wall
Calls for greater local flexibility over apprenticeships funding to stem 'dramatic fall' in apprenticeship numbers
Three-day upgrade of rail signalling complete
Work about to start on new pedestrian and cycle bridge in York
Major scheme to protect homes and businesses from flooding opens
'We've got the talent we were hoping for' - City Region showcases changing needs of investors at MIPIM UK
Regions like ours can drive the clean growth revolution (1)
Warm Homes Programme Working To End Fuel Poverty In Leeds City Region
Compelling economic case for One Yorkshire devolution presented to Government
New HS2 consultations welcomed
City Region LEP chair Roger Marsh OBE appointed to government's new national rail review panel
Combined Authority calls for more flexible post-Brexit funding regime to rebalance North's economy
City Region on shortlist for Talgo train manufacturing plant
Green wall coming to life at Salterhebble as part of A629 scheme
North unites to demand control over EU cash to rebalance the economy
Work on East Leeds Orbital Route underway.
Success in bid for transport investment
Cllr Blake responds to ORR report
West Yorkshire Rail Users Urged To Claim Timetable Chaos Compensation
Earn it campaign launched to inspire training uptake in key sectors
Green light for next phase of York Outer Ring Road upgrade
Plans for a new, state-of-the-art terminal extension at Leeds Bradford Airport welcomed
Digital skills key to region embracing 'rise of the robots'
Committee urged to back info provision response for West Yorkshire bus users
Digital skills key to region embracing 'rise of the robots' (1)
Transport Chair responds to Urban Transport Group�s Policy Futures report
City Region transport bosses respond to MPs' Intercity East Coast Franchise report
Yorkshire Leaders' One Yorkshire proposal
Popular Metro Local Dewsbury bus service celebrates 10th anniversary
Campaign to help people get into digital jobs launched
Young people passionate about West Yorkshire transport, says Youth Council
Improved access for Bradford Interchange complete
A bumper summer of cycling
Work completed on �6 millon Wakefield Kirkgate regeneration scheme
Growth and culture projects backed through City Region Business Rates Pool
Views invited on Calder Valley road improvement plans
Have your say on the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership review
Leeds City Region�s MIPIM programmes build upon recent successes
Work to improve access and increase park and ride opportunities at Hebden Bridge station getting underway
Public transport's affordability & availability has a massive impact linking people with jobs and training says Transport Chair Cllr Kim Groves
Leaders show support for Channel 4 relocation to Leeds City Region
Rail system is confused & fragmented
�2,000 grant for West Yorkshire and York businesses to recruit an apprentice
Cllr Blake responds to 'shocking' cost of rail chaos to North
Customers give ringing endorsement to park and ride services
Leeds City Region leaders & business representatives discuss maximising HS2's impact with minister
LEP Chair respond to the government's Strengthened Local Enterprise Partnerships report
Leeds shortlisted as Channel 4 HQ location
Response to East Coast Main Line upgrade announcement
West Yorkshire rail users and MCard holders urged to claim timetable chaos compensation
Free attic bedroom insulation for homes across Calderdale
Businesses support drive to create opportunities and promote social mobility
Plans to redevelop Forster Square rail station receive public backing.
HS2 must be a catalyst for jobs growth for all of the North
Transport for the North �needs more powers� to avoid further chaos�, Blake tells FT
Blake - Caution needed over return to normal rail timetable
Kirklees announced as �Careers Hub� to help transform careers education
People asked to play their part in shaping the region's digital future
Major improvements are underway at Hebden Bridge rail station.
Blake criticises further delay to rail improvements
Government announces new Northern Powerhouse body
Transport Committee seeks assurance from rail bosses over resumption of full rail timetable
New development for City as Leeds City College prepares for topping out event
Leeds confirmed as site of HS2 eastern leg rolling stock depot
�195million investment in region this year by West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Mirfield station car park extension opens
Public engagement on new rail stations gets underway
Cllr Kim Groves appointed Transport Committee Chair
Blake: Rail compensation must be more comprehensive
27,500 jobs created or safeguarded by LEP Growth Deal
Blake: Report shows case for North transport investment
Bloggers spread the word in new MCard campaign
Wakefield steps down as Transport Commitee Chair
Cllr Judith Blake responds to Transport Secretary's comments
Judith Blake: Lack of transport investment in North harming UK economy
Leeds City Region businesses leading the way in meeting productivity challenge
Work to widen A629 at Salterhebble Hill on schedule for early 2019 completion
Cllr Judith Blake: Rail passengers deserve full story
Strong backing for Channel 4 national headquarters bid
Visit www.wymetro.com to plan your travel for national Clean Air Day and beyond
Hebden Bridge canal towpath to benefit from �1.5 million facelift thanks to DfT funding
Digital Capital of the North offers £1 million to support new tech businesses
Have you say on plans for an Elland rail station
New ultra-low emission buses now serving Leeds Park & Ride sites
LEP reiterates private sector calls for transport investment in Leeds City Region
Cllr Judith Blake's statement on Transport for the North partnership board meeting
People's views wanted on York's station plans
City Region is HS2-ready says Cllr Hinchcliffe
EY 2018 Attractiveness Survey - Leeds named in the top five destinations for foreign direct investment
Blake: Rail crisis must be catalyst for far-reaching change
Government asked to back ambitious transport plans
West Yorkshire leader demands action on Northern rail
Schemes worth �383.486 million proposed for Combined Authority investment
Have your say on plans for the A629
Leeds City Region�s Channel 4 HQ submission shortlisted
Fleet of new vehicles for Wakefield�s free bus service
Cash is no longer king on West Yorkshire�s buses
West Yorkshire leader presses for rail improvements
Work starts soon on �38m scheme to cut congestion on York outer ring road
Widespread anti-pollution work will give West Yorkshire breath of fresh air
Rural firms have less than three weeks left to bid for funding from �5m Euro pot
West Yorkshire Combined Authority progresses �22m worth of investment
City Region Bid Calls for Channel 4 to Spark a New Revolution
Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund celebrates �50 million milestone
Cleaner buses on the way for West Yorkshire
Mirfield station car park extension work underway
3D Weaving Innovation Centre opens at University of Leeds
Frustration over delayed rail service enhancements
Reasons why West Yorkshire is the place to be this May
Leeds City Region welcomes the Creative Cities Convention
Partnership and digital technologies the the key to economic growth writes LEP Chair
Combined Authority�s �32 million programme of station car park extensions rolls on
Perform Media to occupy Prominent global headquarters in Leeds
Metro travel website delivering 2.5 million pages of info per month
Catching the bus and train in West Yorkshire and the Leeds City Region has never been simpler.
West Yorkshire Mcard app downloads now over 11,000
MCard travel in West Yorkshire now �30 million per year
Global law firm Reed Smith selects Leeds City Region
Last chance to have your say on Northern Powerhouse Rail
June conference to examine how HS2 will stimulate private sector investment and regeneration
Canal towpath improvements get underway across West Yorkshire
Travel made even easier for young people in West Yorkshire by Bus18 initiative
�1.2m extension to successful Apprenticeship Grant for Employers scheme
Digital businesses in West Yorkshire twice as inclusive as UK average
LEP bid secures �4 million for former Bradford Odeon
Game-changing move to Leeds for sports analysis leaders
Work to improve Bradford Interchange access underway
Progress for housing infrastructure bids welcomed
Train service improvements for Kirkstall Forge passengers welcomed
Over 100 new, free park and ride spaces available for Fitzwilliam rail station users from Monday 26 March
145 new homes for New Bolton Woods
Convenience of MCard app revolutionising West Yorkshire bus & train travel
Combined Authority backing �action counters terrorism� campaign in West Yorkshire & Leeds City Region
Transport Committee restates need for East Coast Mainline rail improvement commitment
Research Innovation Fund providing valuable insight for Leeds City Region transport investment programme
Plans to transform transport in Halifax unveiled
City centre restoration showcased at MIPIM
North�s economy set for �15bn boost from Bradford city centre station on Northern Powerhouse Rail
New cycle link in the Castleford � Wakefield Greenway opened
Big Build launched at MIPIM
People invited to have their say on Newton Bar traffic plans for Wakefield
Cannes premiere for new Leeds City Region success story movie
Award-winning CityConnect cycle schemes showcased to visitors from across UK
Leeds City Region cultural & sporting initiatives to benefit from �1.3 million in rates pool funding
Green light for York�s new pedestrian and cycle bridge
�28m is made available for projects that boost jobs and growth
Joint working through Bus18 resulted in improved snow response
Yorkshire Leaders submit One Yorkshire proposal
West Yorkshire�s 1/2 million under-19s can travel anytime, anywhere for half the fare
Combined Authority Chair responds to Transport Secretary's �3 billion trans-Pennine announcement
LEP funds almost 4,000 new apprenticeships in local SMEs
�Together we�re making things happen,� say Bus18 partners.
Transport Secretary asked for rail services guarantee
New MCard ticket machines Dewsbury, Halifax, Keighley and Wakefield bus stations
New Leeds city centre bus stop to meet growing park and ride demand
Consultation on key Leeds bus routes underway
�134m of ERDF funding now allocated to business growth projects in Leeds City Region
Global tech firm invests in Leeds� largest warehouse development
Latest progress on Combined Authority modernisation programme
Non-clinical service at York GP surgeries helping people back into work
Combined Authority recommends overhaul of rail investment planning
Clean technology funding for over 230 West Yorkshire buses welcomed
LEP-funded building works kick start at 3M BIC
LEP-funded Leeds College of Building taking shape in South Bank Leeds
Response East Coast Mainline announcement
West Yorkshire Combined Authority and LEP investment in region exceeds �420 million
City Region�s rural businesses could benefit from �5 million fund to accelerate growth
Combined Authority agrees �7m fund to progress transformational projects
Response to Northern Powerhouse Partnership Educating The North report
A629 traffic improvements being nailed at Salterhebble
Leeds City Region showcasing innovative health and med-tech companies at Arab Health trade fair in Dubai.
Combined Authority Chair responds to Centre for Cities Outlook 2018 report
Combined Authority responds to IPPR North transport spending report
Cllr Box confirms support for One Yorkshire solution to devolution
Combined Authority Funding available to help keep North Yorkshire homes warm
New inclusive industrial strategy to put region at forefront of productivity and prosperity
LEP approves measures to become "most transparent enterprise partnership" in the country
Strategic Transport Plan will help us unlock the region�s full economic potential
Yorkshire Leaders Board attendee statement
Leeds City Region plan to maximise HS2 impact
Private Sector Support Surges For The City Region
'Genie out of the bottle' on devolution says Combined Authority Chair
Bidders for Northern and Trans-Pennine Express rail franchises announced
Combined Authority support for 'One North' transport proposals
Billion pound deal for Leeds City Region (1)
Combined Authority responds to Ed Miliband's devolution plans
Combined Authority response to Chancellor's HS3 announcement
New Castleford Bus Station Starts to Rise
Rail refranchising consultation begins
Combined Authority Chair responds to MPs' recommendations
Calls for �breakthrough� meeting with Chancellor on �1.6bn Transport Fund
DfT approval for new Apperley Bridge & Kirkstall Forge rail stations
HS2 Bill vote welcomed
Successful bid will connect more people with jobs
First meeting for Combined Authority (1)
All systems go for new West Yorkshire economic powerhouse
West Yorkshire and York Broadband - Phase 2
West Yorkshire and York Broadband - Phase 2 (1)
Cycle funding could mean extended Cycle Superhighway network
Successful bidder for East Coast Mainline announced.
Scrutiny Committeee discusses devolution progress
WYCA Leaders respond to debate & discussion from the Northern Futures event in Leeds
Country�s largest Growth Deal signed for Leeds City Region
More than 1 million smartcard journeys per week now taking place on West Yorkshire�s trains and buses
Combined Authority welcomes Labour devolution proposals
WYCA members welcome HS2 & HS3 announcements
Leaders welcome City Growth Commission report
City region is cost-effective destination for �re-shored� jobs
West Yorkshire�s yellow buses are now cleaner and greener (1)
West Yorkshire�s yellow buses are now cleaner and greener (1) (1)
Transport Committee Chair welcomes Shadow Minister�s support for change to bus service environment
Combined Authority & higher education institutions strengthening relationships
WYCA leaders respond to Scotland 'No' vote.
Progress on Wakefield East Relief Road approved
Further £22m government funding for City Region cycling schemes
Shaping the North of England's railways
Over 850 Wakefield District Year 6 pupils learn public transport skills.
Ceremony to mark completion of Castleford�s new �6m bus station.
New bids submitted to Highways Maintenance Fund (1)
What happened at January's WYCA meeting?
March date for devolution deal welcomed
Funding submitted for CityConnect Cycle Superhighway (1)
Further �54.6m Growth Deal funding to create jobs and support business growth in Leeds City Region
Better Homes project means warmer, greener homes across City Region
Boost of �14m for housing and regeneration across Leeds City Region
Free, on-board wifi comes to Northern's electric services
�14m boost for housing and regeneration in Leeds City Region
Further �54.6m Growth Deal funding to create jobs and support business growth
Study finds potential for further four new City Region rail stations
Transport Committee Chair responds to First bus fare rise
Approval for �1.4bn programme of transport improvements
Devolution deal expected by Christmas
First stage of engagment for Combined Authority�s 20-year transport vision completed.
Wakefield�s Eastern Relief Road moves step closer
Combined Authority endorses plans to reduce Young People's travel costs
Council Leaders sign up to a Living Wage Charter for West Yorkshire & York
Test of New Smart Ticket Gates Underway at Huddersfield Rail Station
Combined Authority welcomes one year extension to rail franchise agreement. (1)
Transport for the North to link the country and rebalance the economy (1)
Launch of New Scheme Brings Reduced Fuel Bills to Yorkshire Residents
What happened at March's WYCA meeting?
West Yorkshire Combined Authority shortlisted for bid to support ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) use. (1)
Leeds HQ for Rail North
West Yorkshire Combined Authority projects on target to deliver economic growth, more housing & better transport
Creating a new Car Club for West Yorkshire and York.
Devolved schemes help over 2,000 young people across Leeds City Region in steps to employment
Saddling up for Saturday cycling taster sessions in Huddersfield & Leeds
Further boost for Leeds City Region housing & regeneration sites
Northern Powerhouse blueprint response - we need commitments to rail upgrade say WYCA committee chairs
WYCA committed to narrowing North South pay gap says Chair
Combined Authority gives go ahead to West Yorkshire Boxing Day bus services
Combined Authority agrees three-year research programme with the University of Leeds
West Yorkshire Combined Authority shortlisted for three national awards
What happened at July's West Yorkshire Combined Authority meeting?
Transformational growth projects in pipeline for Leeds City Region
Combined Authority extends half-fare bus & train travel to help young people access apprenticeships & jobs
Transport Committee Chair responds to DfT rolling stock report
Chancellor confirms devolution deal discussions progressing.
Multi million pound deal will give superfast broadband to thousands more households
Park & Ride celebrates first anniversary
First Growth Deal Transport Project Starts On Site (1)
Regeneration and Housing projects progressed by Investment Committee (1)
Secretary of State visits Kirkstall Forge Rail Station site (1)
WYCA responds to inclusion of devolution measures in Queen's Speech
WYCA responds to George Osborne�s devolution plans for England�s big cities
WYCA Leaders aim to put City Region at vanguard of devolution
Free adult cycle training sessions across West Yorkshire
�135,000 grants launched to promote cycling in West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire leaders & LEP confirm City Region model for devolution
QR codes and NFC tags available at bus stops in West Yorkshire
WYCA wins National Transport Award
New investment will mean West Yorkshire bus & train users are even better informed
Castleford Bus Station shortlisted for national award
Five hundred motorists to get a month�s free West Yorkshire bus & train travel (1)
What happened at September's West Yorkshire Combined Authority meeting?
Combined Authority plans to address housing shortage
Combined Authority working to deliver smart Transport for the North
Wakefield Kirkgate restoration unveiled (1)
Extra funding will mean warmer homes for 400 households.
Faster broadband for 22,000 Kirklees businesses & homes
Devolution Bid for Leeds City Region sent to the Treasury
Combined Authority launches survey to discover what could encourage drivers to switch to electric vehicles.
Combined Authority launches survey to discover what could encourage drivers to switch to electric vehicles. (1)
West Yorkshire leaders to support City Region Devolution deal
Work begins on latest West Yorkshire rail station (1)
DfT savings must not be at expense of vital, everyday local transport
Combined Authority sets up Business Flood Recovery Fund
West Yorkshire Leaders still pressing for greater devolution deal powers.
Wakefield Eastern Relief Road on track following major bridge installation over Christmas
Leeds Station Southern Entrance now open
AccessBuses to go green thanks to successful West Yorkshire Combined Authority bid
Kettle has been on for 40 years at Pontefract Bus Station
West Yorkshire Combined Authority using transport measures to deliver health benefits
New Apperley Bridge rail station now open
Northern & TransPennine Express rail franchises announced
Integrated high-speed transport hub for region unveiled.
WYCA Chair responds to Comprehensive Spending Review
Have Your Say on South Elmsall Bus Station plans
What happened at November's West Yorkshire Combined Authority meeting?
Castleford Bus Station takes Silver at national awards
Consultation on Leeds Bradford Airport links
Ben Still announced as West Yorkshire Combined Authority�s new Managing Director.
Transport for the North representatives meet with Lord Adonis (1)
Half Fare Scheme will help 20,000 West Yorkshire 16-18 year olds 'Get On'
Have your say on West Yorkshire's Low Emission Draft Strategy
The age of the train? It's 30 years old and counting
What happened at March's West Yorkshire Combined Authority meeting?
New rail franchises for north of England introduced.
Combined Authority's £5m Flood Recovery Fund helping flood-hit businesses.
MCard smartcard top-ups now available at 38 West Yorkshire rail stations
Transport Committee Chair responds to Shaw Review
Budget response
Business Leaders sign open letter supporting Leeds City Region Devolution Deal
Treasury funding for better cross-Pennine rail and road links
Southern Entrance scoops engineering award
Investment Committee endorses funding to progress York Central scheme
CA Chair responds to TfN's spring report
Study on �Metro-style� public transport system for Leeds City Region underway
Growth Deal-funded improvements at Shipley College complete
Combined Authority leaders approve �7.5m Transport Fund spend
What happened at February's West Yorkshire Combined Authority meeting?
New bike project for Keighley job seekers
Business Flood Recovery Fund confirmed at �5m
�1.5 million to support people in Leeds City Region to heat their homes
Upgrade to overspill car park at Elland Road Park and Ride
Combined Authority is organisation of the future says incoming MD
WYCA Transport Chair welcomes new rolling stock announcement
Transport tops agenda for Combined Authority
Park and Ride passengers to get cleaner, greener, journeys thanks to successful Combined Authority bid
Three-month consultation on West Yorkshire�s transport underway
Pay As You Go available on buses throughout West Yorkshire with MCard
Responses to HS2 Ltd. station and route proposals
Consultation on Castleford to Wakefield cycle path underway
Consultation on planned Bradford cycleway
New Cycle Superhighway now open
New director appointments
North�s strategic transport organisation attending Combined Authority meeting
Work underway on Elland Road Park & Ride expansion
New rail station now open
Construction underway on Wakefield College Skills and Innovation Centre
Plan to create 36,000 new jobs in Leeds City Region unveiled
Combined Authority working to help young people onto housing ladder
Opening Kirkstall Forge station
Responses to NGT decision
Essential resurfacing work starts at Leeds Bus Station
New money-saving MCard ticket for West Yorkshire bus users
Business leaders encouraged to have their say in West Yorkshire transport consultation
Combined Authority scores plus points for customer service
Actions to tackle future floods in City Region agreed
Inclusive approach to West Yorkshire transport consultation �positive� & �brill�
Trial of smartphones as tickets on West Yorkshire train services.
MCard sales at West Yorkshire�s Payzone stores top �10m
West Yorkshire transport consultation moves into final month
West Yorkshire transport consultation enters ninth week.
Transport consultations continue as school run returns
Work on a new public transport hub for South Elmsall starts Tuesday 30 August.
Under 16 PhotoCards and 16-18 PhotoCards now available online
Superfast Broadband State Aid Consultation
WYCA responds to reports that Theresa May could ditch insistence on elected mayors
Have your say on the plans for a new Morley Transport Hub
Country�s largest package of Skills Capital investment means �600m of economic impact for Yorkshire
Surveys show high levels of support across West Yorkshire, for transport proposals.
Investment of �180m in Leeds bus services announced
New plans for Leeds' transport network unveiled.
West Yorkshire leaders respond to Former Chancellor's devolution comments.
Sunday Park & Ride services at Elland Road
Largest package of local growth investment in the country � �64m of new schemes approved
Launch of ECO Stars scheme to improve air quality on West Yorkshire�s roads.
Combined Authority Transport Chair welcomes HS2 route announcement & Leeds Station plans
Leeds Station Southern Entrance shortlisted for Institution of Civil Engineers �People�s Choice Award�.
Bradford Interchange welcomes Japanese guests to share dementia-friendly practices
Website upgrade delivering best response for West Yorkshire passengers
New Public Transport Hub for South Elmsall
Bus Bill reforms needed as deregulation hits 30th anniversary
Opportunity of Buses Bill must not be missed says Transport Chair
Combined Authority apprenticeships scheme wins National Transport Award
Combined Authority agrees progress towards achieving its rail aspirations
Last chance to take part in the West Yorkshire transport consultation
Three-hundred & seventy-five new parking spaces now available at Elland Road Park & Ride
West Yorkshire transport consultation keen to hear more long term views
CA Transport Chair responds to Network Rail appointment
Transport Chair says connectivity crucial to region�s economic growth which can boost UK economy.
Combined Authority seeks clarity on devolution
Bus service changes to 8,000+ West Yorkshire stops & shelters
Go-ahead for Leeds segregated cycle lanes
Response to Housing White Paper
Passengers now scanning 10,000 times a week for real-time bus updates
Transport Chair welcomes International Connectivity report's recommendations
Boxing Day bus services survey closes Monday 6 February.
Transport Chair welcomes Minister's inclusion of Bradford on high-speed trans-Pennine route
West Yorkshire leading by example in closing the gender gap
West Yorkshire Leaders' devolution latest
Touchless ticketing trial on The Shuttle 662
West Yorkshire Council Leaders' statement on devolution
Investment Committee backs almost �7m for local schemes.
Leeds Transport Strategy submitted to Department for Transport.
West Yorkshire Leaders to seek meeting with South Yorkshire colleagues after judge raises devolution deal concerns.
Significant progress made since 2015 boxing day floods but further investment still needed
New passenger facility for Elland Road Park & Ride from Monday 19 December
Combined Authority funding Boxing Day buses
Transport Chair heralds exciting times for integrated transport across City Region
Positive start for Sunday Park and Ride services
Green light for �173.5m Leeds transport improvements
Combined Authority Board welcomes upturn in house-building & adopts low emission strategy
Combined Authority seeking views on Bus Accessibility Policy
Low Moor station now open
Combined Authority secures �1.9m for electric taxi & private hire vehicles charging points
Bus 18 plan to transform West Yorkshire bus services
Work to extend South Elmsall Rail Station car park underway.
New initiative to transform West Yorkshire bus services
'Next Stop Bradford' campaign launched
Kirkstall Forge rail station exceeds passenger number expectations
Walking is fundamental part of everyday travel Combined Authority boss tells national conference
Yorkshire Leaders agree county should have a strong voice in the Brexit negotiations
The women powering the Northern Powerhouse on International Women's Day
Budget responses
Initiative to trailblaze Inclusive Growth across Leeds City Region
Combined Authority seeking local views on East Ardsley, West Ardsley & Thorpe bus services
Bike-friendly grants for four Bradford & Leeds businesses
Devolution would mean that everyone in Yorkshire would be �600 better off each year
Transport Committee endorses West Yorkshire Low Emission Strategy
Making public transport more dementia-friendly in partnership with Yorkshire & Humber Dementia Action Alliance
Skills boost for 7,500 people through LEP skills service
Over �180m of investment for Transport Fund schemes approved
Renewed call for devolution at Combined Authority AGM
New national partnership set to boost business innovation across Leeds City Region
Bradford's new state-of-the-art dental training centre complete
Leeds' new, 1,000-space Temple Green park & ride over � full in first week
More than 130 schools across Leeds City Region benefit from specialist business advice as pioneering programme exceeds all targets
West Yorkshire is Cycling4Health
Response to Queen's Speech
Updated West Yorkshire Journey Planner now has dedicated cyclist options
Growing demand sees Leeds� Elland Road park & ride services extended
�9 million boost for business and innovation in Leeds City Region
Free week�s trial at Leeds� new, 1,000-space Temple Green Park & Ride
West Yorkshire Combined Authority is backing National Clean Air Day on June 15th
Leeds City Region�s #techgoals makes digital a (virtual) reality for over 10,000 young people
Companies across West Yorkshire invited to become Bike friendly businesses
West Yorkshire Combined Authority statement following London attacks.
Statement from West Yorkshire Combined Authority following the Manchester Arena attack.
Self-service MCard ticket machines now at five West Yorkshire bus stations
New Wakefield Eastern Relief Road now open
New Role for West Yorkshire Combined Authority Chairman, Cllr Peter Box CBE
�It's Green up North' - National Parks Week
Electrification of Leeds to Manchester rail route in doubt
Trans-Pennine rail upgrade must include electrification says Combined Authority Transport Chair.
Leeds� Capital of Culture bid a boost for the whole City Region
Government announces proposed HS2 route to Leeds
Leeds City Region's Grand Designs for Channel 4
Investment benefits local people and Leeds City Region economy
Successful touchless ticketing trial extended until September
Concern over possible further delays to trans-Pennine rail upgrade
Transport investment contributing to improved air quality & bus reliability
New Bradford gallery celebrates David Hockney
Hepworth Gallery named 2017's Art Fund Museum of the Year
Chief aim must be securing a meaningful devolution deal � Combined Authority responds to NAO report
Six new cycle schemes up for approval on Friday
Combined Authority response to Government Transport Strategy
Funding to help cut people�s energy bills reaches �6m
Selby College extension will support 1,200 new learners after LEP funding
Low Emission Bus Workshop
West Yorkshire Combined Authority on the 'devolution deadlock'
Work to extend the car parking at Fitzwilliam railway station is now underway
Work starts on the first phase of new Castleford to Wakefield Greenway cycle route
Yorkshire leaders reconfirm commitment to progressing a One Yorkshire devolution deal.
City Region Forges Strong Support Ahead of MIPIM UK
Green light for major new �13 million college campus in leeds
Leeds City College officially opens Printworks Campus redevelopment
Twelve companies appointed to support Combined Authority�s City Region infrastructure programme
Council Leaders' letter urges Transport Secretary to help secure devolution deal.
Open Call for Projects to help transform the Leeds City Region Economy
Transport Summit for the North - Combined Authority speaks out
Apply for a money-saving West Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass online and you could bag a free five-day holiday too
Combined Authority chair supports calls for more women leaders in local government.
Region's employment growth positive says Combined Authority Chair
MCard Day Saver tickets are passports to great days out in West Yorkshire
Just two weeks left for local firms to sign up to cycling competition
"We can be in pole position for devolution" new Combined Authority Chair tells Yorkshire Post
Bradford Council leader, Susan Hinchcliffe is new Combined Authority chair
Yorkshire Council Leaders' Yorkshire Day devolution statement
Landmark Partnership announced with West Yorkshire Colleges
Work begins on Leeds College of Building campus
University of Leeds investing �10m in UK�s first Institute for High Speed Rail and System Integration
Combined Authority�s ambitious �200m autumn budget submission
App for West Yorkshire�s MCard travel smartcard goes live
Further progress for West Yorks transport & carbon emission schemes worth almost �40m approved
£50m flood defence scheme part-funded by the LEP opens in Leeds
Help shape the future of West Yorkshire transport
Help shape the future of West Yorkshire transport (1)
NORDEC dental training centre opens at Bradford College
Help shape the future of West Yorkshire's transport
Cllr Keith Wakefield: Our progress means people in West Yorkshire & Leeds City Region have more and better alternative journey choices this World Car Free Day
Combined Authority vision for a productive, inclusive, globally recognised region
Leeds City Region showcases healthcare and life sciences sector to Gulf Tour 2017
Almost 6,000 cars a week off city centre roads thanks to park and ride
Have your say on plans for new, 1100-space park and ride for Stourton in Leeds
Northern leaders call on Government to honour commitments to the North.
We are pursuing devolution on a constructive and cross-party basis says Combined Authority Chair
West Yorkshire councils sign up to keep traffic moving on county�s key roads
Combined Authority creates more than 21,000 opportunities for young people to be inspired by local employers
Combined Authority grant means more good news for Bradford Odeon
Investment Committee backs almost �9m of funding for local schemes
Leeds City Region to pilot new Skills Advisory Panels and Career Learning programme
�Collective team effort must happen to defy headwinds�
Response to Social Mobility Commission report
Budget responses (1)
Boost for CCTV and Wi-Fi coverage at Combined Authority's West Yorkshire bus stations
Budget is an opportunity for Chancellor to address potential cliff-edge facing business as a consequence of Brexit
Journeys being improved by Bus 18 initiative.
"We expect to be in a prime position to benefit from new Transforming Cities Fund"
�200m Budget Submission designed to tackle local challenges
Combined Authority supporting new cut-price fare on shuttle services to support Bradford�s Oastler Centre
Leeds City Region�s Smart Tech on Display at World Congress
Combined Authority�s Transport Committee asked to approve �3.6m of new cycling schemes in Wakefield and York
New images of how the re-modeled Leeds Station could look have been revealed.
Combined Authority on target for over �100m investment in economy-boosting schemes by April 2018
Leeds City Region showcases fourth industrial revolution capability at national conference
Leeds City Region's international investment success fueled by MIPIM attendance
Sustainable travel options for businesses on show at Bradford�s International expo
Real-time scans at West Yorkshire�s bus stops passes the one million mark
Leeds City Region �on the cusp of a real transformation" writes LEP Chair
Steel signing marks �topping out� of Kirklees College�s new Springfield Centre
Last chance to comment on planned Stourton Park and Ride
University of Leeds showcases how new Nexus facility will boost Leeds City Region growth.
Roger Marsh: Looking forward to 2018 with confidence but not complacency.
Flood management schemes backed by West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Leeds public consultation launched on reducing air pollution and introducing a Clean Air Zone
Investment Committee backs proposals to improve Bradford Interchange
New �2.9m programme will help lower fuel bills for Leeds City Region residents
New Information Points at West Yorkshire bus stations
Digital community backs #4sparks campaign
Response to story in The Yorkshire Post
Combined Authority taking lead on turning vision for better future into reality, MD tells Yorkshire Post.
Additional �640k funding for active travel welcomed.
Bus18 initiative results in uniform approach to young people's half-fare tickets
Inclusive growth key theme for Combined Authority meeting
Big improvements planned for Forster Square Railway Station
Combined Authority funding tenth year of West Yorkshire�s Boxing Day buses
Fuel poverty investment means warmer Christmas for almost 180 City Region households
Triple win for West Yorkshire Combined Authority at North of England Transport Awards
We respond to the latest research from the Sutton Trust
Summary March-2015
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Survey into electric car switch
The age of the train? It's 30 years old and counting
Transport for the North
Transport for the North representatives meet with Lord Adonis
Transport for the North to link the country and rebalance the economy
Transport fund breakthrough
Transport Fund Programme
Travel2Train
universities
university research programme
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Wakefield East Relief Road approved
Wakefield Eastern Relief Road
Wakefield Kirkgate restoration unveiled
Wellington House to host Rail North
WERR Bridge
West Yorkshire & York Broadband - Phase 2
West YORKSHIRE 16-18 YEAR-OLDS �GET ON�
West Yorkshire Combined Authority projects on target to deliver economic growth, more housing & better transport
West Yorkshire Combined Authority shortlisted for bid to support ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) use.
West Yorkshire�s yellow buses are now cleaner and greener
Work begins on latest West Yorkshire rail station
WYCA approve concessionary enhancement plans for YP
WYCA MD
WYCA Transport measures
WYLE Draft Strategy
Five hundred motorists to get a month�s free West Yorkshire bus & train travel
�1.5 million to support people in Leeds City Region to warm their homes
Housing and regeneration boost
2015 11 CSR
AccessBuses go green
All systems go
Apperley Bridge
Arriva rolling stock
Awards NTA 2015 shortlisted
Ben Still joins WYCA
Better Homes
Better Homes Yorkshire funding
Billion pound deal for Leeds City Region
Blueprint
Boost
Boxing Day buses 2015
Broadband Kirklees
Broadband phase 2
Business Flood Recovery Fund
Car Club
Castleford Bus Station
Castleford Bus Station starts to rise
Castleford consultation
Castleford shortlisted
Castleford silver
CBT Letter
City Region devolution
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Combined Authority welcomes one year extension to rail franchise agreement.
Concessions Young People
creagh speech buses
Cycle Funding
cycle training sessions across West Yorkshire
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Devo Bid sent to Treasury
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Devolution deal
Devolution Deal for Leeds City Region
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devolution second stage
Devolution YP
devolved schemes success
Dewsbury Bus Station
East Coast Mainline
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Elland Road overspill
First fare rise
First Growth Deal Transport Project Starts On Site
First meeting for Combined Authority
franchise bidders announcement
Free, on-board wifi comes to Northern's electric services
Funding submitted for CityConnect Cycle Superhighway
Go Cycling launch �135k grants
Grand Depart
Growth Deal 2
Growth Deal 2(1)
Growth Deal signed
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high speed hub
housing and regeneration boost (1)
housing plans
HS2 and HS3
HS2 vote
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Information Investment
July meeting
Kettle on the boil at Pontefract Cafe
Labour devolution
Less than two weeks to submit views on Combined Authority�s 20-year transport vision
Living Wage Charter
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Miliband devolution
New bids submitted to Highways Maintenance Fund
New Stations Study
no vote response
Normanton improvements
Northern Futures
November's meeting
NTA
One North
Park & Ride celebrates first anniversary
pay gap
Public consultation A65 Bradford Airport
QR codes and NFC tags
Queens speech May 2015
rail franchises
Rail Growth
Rail refranchising response
REDUCED FUEL BILLS TO YORKSHIRE RESIDENTS
Regeneration and Housing projects progressed by Investment Committee
reshored jobs
Response to DfT Rolling Stock Perspective Publication
SAFEMARK
Saturday Cycling
scrutiny
Secretary of State visits Kirkstall Forge Rail Station site
Select Committee Response
September meeting
Shaping the North of England's railways
Smart Ticket testing Huddersfield Rail
smartcards
Sth Elmsall Hub consultation
Successful bid
Summary January 2015
Tier Two (High Risk) Status Response from West Yorkshire Council Leaders:
Combined Authority delivers another key part of devolution deal with launch of West Yorkshire Local Digital Skills Partnership to boost inclusive digital skills
A statement from West Yorkshire Council Leaders about the prevalence and spread of COVID-19
West Yorkshire Council Leaders respond to remaining in Tier Two status
West Yorkshire Council Leaders respond to the Chancellor’s statement
Chair of the Combined Authority calls on the Department for Education to reverse its decision to scrap the Union Learning Fund
West Yorkshire COVID-19 latest statement
West Yorkshire COVID-19 update from Leaders
Latest COVID update from West Yorkshire Leaders
More than £127 million of sustainable transport and regeneration schemes to go before the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee
COVID-19 Tier 3 Restrictions: A statement from the Leaders of West Yorkshire Councils
West Yorkshire Council Leaders’ statement following the Prime Minister’s Press Conference, Saturday 31 October 2020
Chancellor urged to back £2 billion five-year recovery proposals for West Yorkshire
Proposals to make 300,000 homes more energy efficient go before Green Economy Panel
Travel to be made easier for Under 19s with the ‘Fare Deal for Young People’
Supporting digital skills will be central to our economic recovery
Combined Authority making ambitious cycling and walking plans a reality in West Yorkshire
Combined Authority presses case for Yorkshire flooding summit as anniversary looms
Proposals to support better bus services through deeper partnership
Devolution deal order to go before West Yorkshire councils and the Combined Authority for consent
Response to Transport for the North statement on the progress of Northern Powerhouse Rail
Invest East Coast Rail calls on the government to invest now and future proof the East Coast Main Line
West Yorkshire Economic Recovery Board prepares for end of lockdown
Combined Authority takes steps to develop Good Work Standard for West Yorkshire
£4.5 million of accelerated schemes to help boost economic recovery to go before West Yorkshire Combined Authority Investment Committee
Response to the Government's Spending Review
West Yorkshire Leaders statement on region entering tier three COVID-19 restrictions
West Yorkshire devolution deal one step closer to becoming law
Combined Authority to invest devolution funding in skills to support region’s recovery from COVID-19 pandemic
West Yorkshire takes next step in radical shake-up of adult skills provision
Yorkshire’s leaders call for more retail support as COVID-19 restrictions come into effect
Combined Authority works with regional partners to boost digital skills to support economic recovery
Future-Ready Skills Commission hails success with key recommendations becoming government policy
Combined Authority sets out priority locations for regeneration and urban renewal
Response to Rail Needs Assessment for the Midlands and the North
Castleford Railway Station £2.8 Million Transformation Now Complete
West Yorkshire Leaders Delighted that Devolution Deal Order is Laid in Parliament Today
West Yorkshire Economic Recovery Board call on government to back region’s ambitious recovery plan
West Yorkshire agencies come together to encourage everyone to be safe and protect each other this Christmas
Combined Authority Investment Committee to consider projects worth £8.7 million
Letter demands end to broken promises on transport investment
Combined Authority’s Investment Committee progresses seven schemes
West Yorkshire Combined Authority stresses rail investment as key to improving connections between UK nations
West Yorkshire Combined Authority seeks to work with Government on future of funding for bus services
Spring Budget: The Combined Authority presents roadmap for West Yorkshire and UK recovery
West Yorkshire Combined Authority seeks input on plans for Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station
Future-Ready Skills Commission comments on publication of government’s Skills for Jobs White Paper
West Yorkshire Combined Authority Calls for Government Funding to protect communities from flooding
Leaders of West Yorkshire Councils respond to COVID-19 vaccine allocation decision
Ambitious plans for clean and connected transport system supporting better future for West Yorkshire
Helping West Yorkshire businesses make the most of international trade opportunities
Latest plans for £24.198 million White Rose Rail Station to go before West Yorkshire Combined Authority Investment Committee
Landmark West Yorkshire Devolution Deal Becomes Law
Park and ride in Mytholmroyd opens for business
West Yorkshire Combined Authority announces Vaccination Transport Plan
West Yorkshire Combined Authority Investment Committee progresses schemes totalling more than £140 million
Combined Authority to unlock £5 million in emergency devolution funding for local authorities
West Yorkshire Combined Authority responds to reduction of Transport maintenance funding
Ambitious Proposals to Tackle the Climate Emergency go before Green Economy Panel
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