Leeds Local Plan – latest consultation

Leeds Local Plan – latest consultation 

About the Local Plan

The Local Plan will guide how Leeds grows and changes up to 2043. It will set out planning policies for the whole district and help shape decisions about homes, jobs, infrastructure, green spaces, climate, transport, design and the environment.

Why Leeds City Council are consulting now

The Government has introduced a new approach to plan-making. Leeds City Council is now progressing the Local Plan under this new system.

At this stage they are asking for views on:

  • the proposed scope of the Local Plan
  • how you would like to be involved in future consultations

 Responses from earlier consultations, including those received in 2025, are continuing to inform and shape the new Local Plan.

At this stage, Leeds City Council are not consulting on specific sites, detailed policy options or proposed site allocations. LCC currently expect the next main consultation to take place in winter 2026/27. This will give you an opportunity to comment on policy options and potential site allocation choices.

How to take part

The consultation is open from Wednesday 24 June to Wednesday 5 August 2026.

View the consultation online

You can view the consultation material and make comments online at:  https://leedslocalplan.commonplace.is

Other ways to respond

If you cannot respond online, you can also send your comments by email or post:

All consultation material is also available to view at Libraries, Community Hubs and Merrion House.

 Supporting information

The attached Statement of Representation provides full details of:

  • the scope of the consultation
  • the topic areas being considered
  • how to make representations

Additional information, including summary of previous consultation activity, the Notice of Intent to Commence Plan-Making and the Local Plan Timetable is available online via Leeds City Council’s website.

If you need this information in another format, please contact Leeds Local Plan who will be happy to help. You can contact us by telephone on 0113 378 7993 or by email at leedslocalplan@leeds.gov.uk.

Breeze Events – Summer 2026

Breeze is back and heading to a park near you this summer! 

From giant inflatables to amazing entertainment, arts, crafts, games, sports and more, Breeze in the Park is the ultimate day out for children in Leeds. 

With 25 events (and 12 relaxed sessions for children with additional needs), it’s local, low-cost, and full of high-energy fun.  Tickets are just £1 per child and all activities inside are FREE. No pressure. Just a chance to play, explore and enjoy. 

Want to skip the queues? Grab a Breeze Pass for fast-track fun and summer-long discounts across loads of places for the kids! 

Find your local event and book at breezeleeds.org and get ready for fun that fits around you, your family and your summer. 

Bramhope Breeze event poster. Date of event 27th August

 

 

 

Breeze 2026 all dates poster

The Lord Mayor’s Civic Celebration for Small Charities and Community Groups in Leeds 2026

Poster advertising Lord Mayors celebration of small groups and charities in Leeds event on 25th June 2026

The Lord Mayor’s Civic Celebration for Small Charities and Community Groups in Leeds 2026

Date: 25 June 2026
Time: 12.30 pm – 3 pm
Location: Civic Hall, Calverley Street Leeds LS1 1UR

This event is an opportunity to say thank you to small groups and charities for the contribution and the work which has had a positive impact on the lives of Leeds residents.

This event is organised by Leeds City Council and Voluntary Action Leeds to provide small groups and charities with an opportunity:

  • For your group/charity to receive a certificate of recognition from the Lord Mayor, with the opportunity to take a photo with the Lord Mayor.
  • To receive a commemorative leaflet including details of all the groups and charities attending.
  • To find out about advice, training, funding, and other support to help you run your group.
  • To sign up for newsletters and email alerts about training, funding, events and see what the Doing Good Leeds website can link you into.
  • To be better informed and influence what is happening in Leeds.
  • To find out about the networks and forums that your group can be part of.

Places are limited to 4 people per small group or charity.  This is usually a popular event, so booking is essential by 11 June 2026.

Your details will be held by Leeds City Council and Voluntary Action Leeds for the purpose of this event only.

By completing registration, you are confirming your small group or charity meets eligibility criteria of an annual income of less than £25,000 and provide support to communities in Leeds.

Please complete the following details:

  • Name of your organisation
  • Names of people attending
  • Tell us about your group (in 50 words or less) for example “Our luncheon club supports older people in Leeds by providing a weekly luncheon and social events at the community centre. We are run by volunteers and welcome everyone in our neighbourhood to come and get involved”.

You can book tickets for the event via their Eventbrite: The Lord Mayors Civic Celebration | Eventbrite

For any enquiries and help with booking please contact Voluntary Action Leeds on 0113 297 7920

 

Leeds Ironman Event – 16th August 2026

Leeds will be hosting Ironman Leeds UK event on 16th August 2026.

This event will have an impact on travel around the city, it is not coming directly through Bramhope, however due to the road closures around the city there is likely to be additional traffic coming through the village on the diversionary routes.

More information can be found on the organisations website and in the attached maps of the cycle and running routes

https://www.ironman.com/im-leeds

Road access information

Road closure map – bike route

Ash Die Back – Is your tree at risk?

Ash Die Back - is your tree at risk picture

Have you checked your trees recently?

Are you concerned about a dead or dying tree?
Ash trees grow their leaves later than many other trees. You’ll usually see leaves starting to appear in April and fully out from May to September.
This is the best time to spot any signs of ash dieback, which is affecting trees across the UK.
For further information please visit:  Ash dieback disease | Leeds.gov.uk

Annual Parish Meeting – 20th May 2026

The Annual Parish Meeting will take place on 20th May 2026.

The Annual Parish Meeting is an open community meeting for all Bramhope and Carlton residents. The Parish Council will report on Council Finances, what it
has done in the past year and plans for the coming year. Displays on Parish matters and from local organisations. This is your opportunity to raise any issue about life in Bramhope and Carlton.

Details of the agenda can be found below.

Annual Parish Meeting

 WEDNESDAY 20th May 2026, Bramhope Village Hall, Old Lane, Bramhope, Leeds, LS16 9AZ

7.00pm arrival with a prompt 7.30pm start

AGENDA

  1.  Introductions – Cllr Hilary Harris (Chair)
  2. Approval of the minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held 14th May 2025 – Cllr Hilary Harris (Chair)
  3. Parish Council Financial Review – Cllr Martin Fogel
  4. Results of the Bramhope Bus User survey undertaken in April and next steps to lobby for an improved service – Cllr Ian Robinson
  5. The Community Emergency Plan and how you can be involved introduced by Cllr John Howard with guest speakers Lisa Cunningham (Emergency Planning Officer, Leeds City Council Resilience and Emergencies Team) and Adie Fickling (Community Resilience Officer from West Yorkshire Resilience Forum
  6. Honorary Citizen Award – presentation of the award to the 2026 Bramhope & Carlton Parish Honorary Citizen by Cllr Hilary Harris (Chair)
  7. Close – Cllr Hilary Harris (Chair)