leeds · 13 Aug 2026One year to go! Leeds marks key milestone in build-up to Grand DépartLeeds City Council has marked the one-year countdown to the Grand Départ of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, which will start on the Headrow on 30 July 2027, with a pop-up event in City Square and a JOY Makers volunteering programme announced, as published 30 July 2026.Read article →
leeds · 13 Aug 2026Lane rental schemes introduced in Leeds, Wakefield and KirkleesLeeds, Wakefield and Kirklees councils are introducing Lane Rental Schemes, charging companies up to £2,500 per day for carrying out roadworks on busy routes during peak times, with DfT approval and a consistent cross-boundary approach, as published 5 August 2026.Read article →
leeds · 13 Aug 2026Residents and businesses asked for views on latest flood risk management strategyLeeds City Council is consulting on its updated Local Flood Risk Management Strategy, which details planned resilience measures building on the £200m Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme, and explicitly invites residents and businesses to respond, as published 24 July 2026.Read article →
leeds · 13 Aug 2026Plans aim to deliver new council housing in Leeds communityLeeds City Council has submitted a planning application for 21 affordable apartments on a brownfield site at Wood Lane in Rothwell, designed with low-carbon construction, EV charging and bike storage, as published 7 August 2026.Read article →
leeds · 13 Aug 2026Stars to shine on Millennium Square for out-of-this-world attractionLeeds City Council has confirmed that Planetarium Go UK will operate a mobile planetarium on Millennium Square from 4 to 26 September 2026, featuring daily screenings of astronomy and science films for all ages, as published 7 August 2026.Read article →
leeds · 13 Aug 2026Feedback sought on important document for future Mass Transit systemLeeds City Council, in partnership with West Yorkshire Combined Authority, is consulting on the draft Spatial Development Framework supporting the proposed Mass Transit system, seeking representations on legal compliance and soundness before independent examination, as published 6 August 2026.Read article →
brighton · 13 Aug 2026Heat, sun and sea safety for solar eclipseBrighton & Hove City Council News published ‘Heat, sun and sea safety for solar eclipse’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
manchester · 13 Aug 2026Manchester gets ready for a city-wide Pride celebration this month - CityCoCityCo Manchester — News & Podcasts published ‘Manchester gets ready for a city-wide Pride celebration this month - CityCo’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
sheffield · 13 Aug 2026Walkley by-election: Voters to decide on new Councillor for Walkley wardSheffield City Council — News published ‘Walkley by-election: Voters to decide on new Councillor for Walkley ward’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
portsmouth · 13 Aug 2026Business Mentoring: Turning Experience into Impact - Shaping PortsmouthShaping Portsmouth News published ‘Business Mentoring: Turning Experience into Impact - Shaping Portsmouth’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
portsmouth · 13 Aug 2026Your city. Your say. The Big Portsmouth Survey is now openPortsmouth City Council News published ‘Your city. Your say. The Big Portsmouth Survey is now open’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
portsmouth · 13 Aug 2026Yellow Fish are helping improve Portsmouth's water qualityPortsmouth City Council News published ‘Yellow Fish are helping improve Portsmouth's water quality’ on 12 August 2026. The item URL and source publication date were retrieved directly from the approved source.Read article →
bristol · 3 Aug 2026East Street junction improvement work is scheduled to begin in AugustBristol City Council says traffic-signal replacement and pedestrian/cyclist crossing improvements at Cannon Street's junction with East Street in Bedminster are due to start on 24 August and are expected to complete in October 2026.Read article →
bristol · 3 Aug 2026Bristol city-centre bus routes are due to change at the end of AugustBristol City Council says 25 bus services travelling through the city centre will be rerouted away from some Broadmead shopping streets from Sunday 30 August 2026, with stops on Union Street, The Horsefair and Penn Street among those due to close.Read article →
bristol · 3 Aug 2026Overnight resurfacing works are planned for part of Gloucester Road in AugustBristol City Council says reconstruction, resurfacing and road-marking work affecting parts of Gloucester Road, Filton Road, Dorian Road and Wessex Avenue in Horfield is planned for later in August, with weeknight closures and diversions.Read article →
leeds · 3 Aug 2026Plans for new council homes at a former Leeds flats site reach another milestoneLeeds City Council reports that plans for dozens of new council homes at the former site of a flats complex in Leeds have passed another key milestone.Read article →
leeds · 3 Aug 2026Leeds marks one-year countdown to the 2027 Tour de France Femmes Grand DépartLeeds City Council says the one-year countdown to the 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Grand Départ began in Leeds on 30 July 2026.Read article →
leeds · 3 Aug 2026Leeds residents and businesses are asked for views on flood-risk strategyLeeds City Council says it is consulting on its latest Local Flood Risk Management Strategy, setting out intended resilience measures across the city over coming years.Read article →
Penge · 24 Jul 2026Crystal Palace National Sports Centre refurbishment receives planning approvalBromley Council’s latest-news page reports that planning approval for refurbishment and enhancement of the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre was granted unanimously at a Development Control Committee meeting on 23 July 2026. Check the linked council page for current project detail.Read article →
Penge · 20 Jul 2026New Crystal Palace Park visitor centre opens after regeneration works completeBromley Council says the Mayor of Bromley officially opened the new Crystal Palace Park visitor centre on 18 July 2026 as part of a celebratory weekend marking completion of a regeneration programme. The council also reports that the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs have been removed from the Heritage at Risk Register.Read article →
Manchester · 20 Jul 2026Manchester announces final community chair for GBP100m neighbourhood investmentManchester City Council reported on 20 July 2026 that its GBP100m neighbourhood investment programme had taken a further step with the appointment of its final community chair. Readers should check the council source for the programme detail and individual neighbourhood plans.Read article →
Birmingham · 20 Jul 2026Birmingham marks South Asian Heritage Month with city-wide eventsBirmingham City Council announced on 20 July 2026 that it was joining South Asian Heritage Month, running from 18 July to 17 August, and directing residents to events, activities and celebrations taking place across Birmingham.Read article →
Penge · 19 Jul 2026Penge Library relocation plan sets out a 2028 move to a shared education centreBromley Council says Penge Library is expected to relocate to the Bromley Adult Education College Kentwood Centre in 2028, when the current lease ends. The council says the new site is around a four-minute walk from the existing library and is intended to include library facilities, study space and access to shared amenities.Read article →
Penge · 17 Jul 2026Bromley asks residents to shape the future of parks and open spacesBromley Council’s latest-news page says residents and park visitors are being invited to share their views through the annual parks and open-space satisfaction survey. Penge residents have access to local green spaces and Crystal Palace Park; check the council page for the live survey and eligibility details.Read article →
Penge · 12 Jun 2026Council reports closure order for a Penge High Street premises after trading-standards actionBromley Council reported on 12 June 2026 that Bromley Magistrates’ Court had granted closure orders for five premises, including One of One on Penge High Street. The council said the order for that premises was to remain in place for three months; check the official report for the full legal context.Read article →