Leeds City Council news round-up: 25th April 2025

Greater Manchester’s Transport Update

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With many tram line renovations and disruptions caused by the marathon, this is a big week for transport news. <br /><br />Here is what you need to know.

Lottery grant brings new hope for Highbury Hall's revival

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A £2 million lottery grant has been awarded to restore the gardens of Highbury Hall, once the home of political icon Joseph Chamberlain. While hopes remain for a full mansion restoration, Birmingham City Council's financial crisis means wider plans are still on hold.

Twice as many bikes as cars in City of London after 57% increase in cycle journeys

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According to recent data for the Bank area.

In celebration of Taste the Place as part of Glasgow 850 we ask people where they like to dine in the city

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We ask Glaswegians for their favourite restaurant

Tastes of Home: Gyros and Baklava at Thomas’s Taverna in Otley Leeds

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Thomas Katsamangas from Thomas’s Taverna in Otley reflects on traditional Greek food and shows us how to make gyros and baklava.

People of Glasgow share if they still use a landline

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The landline is dying out so we take to Argyle Street and ask Glaswegians if they still use them.

Sunderland’s Dog Exclusion Zones for Summer

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From the 1st May, dog exclusions zones will again be in force for Roker Beach and designated spots of Seaburn Beach until the 30th September.

Food, family, and fried dumplings: inside Esmie's caribbean kitchen

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Esmie’s Caribbean Fusion brings bold flavours and rich heritage to Herbert’s Yard in Birmingham. We explore how their food honours tradition while creating something new — and why it matters in a city built on diversity.

Borrow Cup launches in Glasgow

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A reusable cup scheme, the first of its kind in the UK, launches in Glasgow.

Do People still use landlines in the North East?

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Do you still use a landline? And is there any technology from your youth you’d love to bring back?