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Here's the latest weekly update on Lawnswood construction works. By the way, the numbered areas referred to can be seen on the birds eye image in the post: "Our apologies for there being no update last week, due to staff leave. Our progress over the last fortnight is detailed below. In area 9C (outside Weetwood Hall) we have been tarmacking the footpaths – fortunately this was able to go ahead despite the hot weather, and we have been able to keep works on track. We are insta

We've shared below the latest weekly Lawnswood update. Below that we've also shared a notice from the National Highways agency about a partial closure of the M62 for work on Ardsley railway bridge starting Friday 29th May. Lawnswood Roundabout Scheme – Update In area 9C (outside Weetwood Hall) kerbing works are continuing at pace this week. Traffic signal poles are ready to be installed now BT have reset their chamber. Most of the block paving has been completed in this area,

We’ve pasted the full decision made by the Planning Authority below but here’s the summary. Unlimited night flights asked for by the airport have been turned down: the airport previously applied for CLEUDs, these were turned down by the council. The airport appealed this, the Planning Inspectorate agreed with the council but also found that some of the quieter types of aircraft that the council had been treating as contributing to the cap were in fact not allowed under the pl

We've pasted below the latest weekly update about Lawnswood update. Please note that the works continue on schedule and that we're still meeting with the contractors on a regular basis. If you know anyone who would benefit from these updates do share the signup link: https://www.weetwoodrose.co.uk/sign-up-to-our-newsletter Update: "In area 9C (outside Weetwood Hall) kerbing works continue, and the footpaths are being stoned up. BT are also working in this area, resetting a ch

People seem to enjoy these round ups! Here are a few stories from the week: We're staying on top of flytipping in Ireland Wood and Cookridge and anywhere else you tell us about Celebrating woodland creation on the Ring Road Also new speed limits being put in place from 30th, with temporary limits removed And weekly Lawnswood roundabout update We asked Otley Runners what they thought about our plans for more policing and stewardship It's varsity in Headingley this evening, it'

Over the last few months we've been keeping you updated about road resurfacing, collecting texts and emails to tell us about bad potholes, and getting them reported as well as pushing key roads up the priority list. It's an ongoing job but we've made a lot of progress. We've also made a point of speaking directly to the frontline teams, asking them what they think would help to improve road quality and prevent costs. In February we passed a budget at the council level which i

Section 1 Pedestrian crossing outside Headingley Centre (Arndale) now in operation Works to complete North Lane being undertaken 5th/6th May (delays expected) Section 2 Cycle lanes now open, except St Michaels Road where movement of CCTV mast expected to take place shortly allowing full completion Section 5 Victoria Road and Hyde Park Corner traffic signals now in operation Full info on these sections on the Commonplace website

The latest Lawnswood roundabout update Simple fixes to make our streets safer - like this pedestrian crossing fix on Spen Lane. If you know of an issue like this just let us know. Let's talk about dog poo. Grove Lane improvements we've campaigned for incoming. Lodown on the pedestrian crossings we've secured or are campaigning for. If you vote by post your ballot has probably already arrived. Do remember to support Izaak, here's 10 things he's delivered in 30 seconds. And let

This isn't really any different from previous info we've shared, but so that you definitely have it - here's the info shared from RunforAll. If you're running or watching we hope you enjoy! Read the road closure briefing here: "Event Specific Information Date: 10/05/2026 Leeds Marathon Start Time: 09:00 Leeds Half Marathon Start Time: 10:00 (Subject to change) Last Runner expected to Finish: 16:45 Leeds Marathon Route: https://www.runforall.com/media/me3fxx04/leeds-mara

Here's a map of the new/upgraded pedestrian crossings we've had agreed or we're asking Highways to look at. Here's the list but do take a look at the map: Committed New Grove Lane crossing Upgrade to existing Grove Lane crossing Beacons to be fixed at Spen Lane crossing (near Co-op) Pedestrian island at Bentley Lane / Meanwood Road To be assessed Many of these relate to regular school crossings routes. One of Izaak's key pledges is to make it safer to cross busy roads that c

Much needed improvements we campaigned for confirmed and coming to the Grove Lane area - work starting soon this summer! The results of the consultation about road safety in the Grove Lane / Grove Road area are in. New pedestrian crossing and other improvements we’ve campaigned for confirmed, here’s the list: The provision of a new zebra crossing on Grove Lane (picture C) Resurfacing of the Meanwood Valley Trail between Monkbridge Road and Grove Lane to enable use all year ar

A fun video - 10 things we've delivered in 30 seconds The latest Lawnswood weekly update Happy to see some rapid footway and road repair on Silk Mill Way - not job done, but if you report things to us we can get them sorted with a bit of tenacity! How we get new pedestrian crossing s - thank you to our readers for all your location suggestions! Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to chat to us at our street surgeries Notes from the Meanwood, Far Headingley, West Park p

This evening 7-8pm at St Chad's Parish Centre is the next police and residents meeting. Last night we had one in Cookridge and Ireland Wood too. Read the notes here . Improving the number 19 bus An update on tackling speeding on Moor Road and what it means for other roads Thanks to St Paul's Church - as ever a hub of the community with their Easter Eggstravaganza - and we really enjoyed the Easter service at St Chad's on Sunday too Big thanks to council workers who were out

The 38, 19, 91, 23, 24, X84, 28... chances are you sometimes rely on one or more of these services. We've been lobbying FirstBus about improvements to these services, sharing people's experiences with them and asking about their plans to improve reliability. But the real game changer will be next year, when Mayor Tracy Brabin brings them into public control. It'll give us a proper transport system like London and now Manchester has: Reliability targets for operators , meaning

Making things safer for pedestrians is a top priority for us. We have delivered new pedestrian crossings and are getting assessments for new crossings at key points in the ward, including on Otley Old Road, Grove Lane, Monkbridge Road, Meanwood Road, Spen Road, and Tinshill Road. Building on this, we've pledged to make sure that every busy road children have to cross for school has a safe crossing point. It's always incredibly useful when people tell us about their journeys a

We've already got the latest Lawnswood update, new litter bin locations, the latest Marathon briefing, skate park news and pothole news in the newsletter. So here are the little bits: Northern Gas works happening on Otley Old Road with 3-way traffic lights and a part closure of Tinshill Drive in April We attended the St Paul's Warm Welcome this Monday and took the opportunity to remind people how worthwhile it is to attend (plus do some washing up and pick up some casework).

The latest weekly update on Lawnswood roundabout below, plus a couple of pics - one aerial of the work on site, and one a simplified 'landscaping drawing' showing where there will be planting once it's done - including a large London Plane tree in the centre of the roundabout. This drawing is designed specifically to show planting, rather than e.g. the pedestrian crossing arrangements. P.s. it was great to attend the West Park Residents Association AGM last night where a long

The Yorkshire Evening Post is reporting on progress we've made to increase the rate of pothole repairs in Leeds . The important bit is why this is happening: we've invested into new technology that enables quicker and longer-lasting repair. Thank you to the teams out there now, working so hard on this. But there's plenty more to do. In recent days we've been chasing reports ranging from the Laiths to the Spennithornes to Cottage Road.

A number of people have asked us questions ranging from emergency services support to road closure details. We've taken these up and been able to answer individual questions. For your interest, here's the latest briefing from the organisers (RunforAll): Here's the event web page . Here's the route map . And here's a pic of us with Alex Sobel dressed as Father Christmas for the 2025 Santa Dash (Izaak will be running the half, what should he dress as??):

There was a car crash into St Chad's Primary last week . Luckily no one was hurt. We're now working with parents, teachers, local residents to ensure this doesn't happen again - and actually to look more generally at road safety around West Park. If you're in that area please do fill in our quick survey . And a big thank you to everyone who has done so already.