Have you got something you’d like to ask me? Join us for our next Question Time event. Talk to us about transport, housing, jobs and more. We want to hear from you. 📅 Tuesday 25 November ⏰ 6:30-8pm 📍 Huddersfield Book your free ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-yorks...

Wow. We are all so proud of you Sara! Come rain or shine, Sara has brightened everyone's week. Huge well done for raising over £6 million for BBC Children in Need and showing the world that women over 50 can do anything they put their minds to 💪 Now put your feet up and have a brew! ☕

Today, West Yorkshire paused to remember those who have served in our Armed Forces. We laid wreaths, to give our thanks for their bravery and service, and paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget.

On Remembrance Day, we honour and remember those who served and gave their lives to protect our freedoms. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Today, and every day, we remember them.

Today, we pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of all those who have served, fought, and given their lives for our peace and freedom. Lest we forget.

Today, at West Yorkshire Police's Remembrance Service, we laid wreaths and paid tribute to all those who have bravely served and sacrificed for our freedom. We will remember them.

Council house waiting lists and private rents are at breaking point. With £1 billion of funding set out for West Yorkshire, we'll have more control to invest in affordable homes. Because having a safe and secure roof should be a right, not a privilege. www.gov.uk/government/n...

Here in West Yorkshire, we're turning world-class research into real-world solutions. Yesterday we welcomed a delegation of leading Advanced Materials businesses from Bangalore to our region, to showcase our innovations and demonstrate the opportunities for stronger partnerships.

Yorkshire Water customers are angry, and rightly so. ▪️ A staggering 41% increase on bills ▪️ Continuing pollution incidents ▪️ A breakdown in public trust Today we met with the company's chair with a very clear message – enough is enough. Read more: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and...

Today is the day. Join us to demand safer streets for everyone in our region. ⬇️Follow the link find a Reclaim the Night event near you. www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and...

West Yorkshire is open for business. Home to the Northern Square Mile, we're primed to support the government's plans to double the country's financial services sector. Today, I spoke to industry leaders about the opportunities on our doorstep.

West Yorkshire is THE place to invest. That was my message at the Regional Investment Summit. With our Local Growth Plan, we have the potential to add £26 billion to the UK economy over the next decade. We're home to pioneers, thriving businesses, vibrant communities, and a bright future.

Wishing all those who celebrate, a Diwali that brings happiness, prosperity and joy to you and all your family.

This year, another £750k will support those most in need across West Yorkshire. Since 2022, our emergency cost of living fund has given £3m to charities helping the people hit hardest. Devolution lets us make a real difference - building a brighter West Yorkshire for all.

We're turning crime into community action 💪 Last night we awarded nearly £390k to groups working to make West Yorkshire safer. Since 2021, over £4.4m has gone to 460 local projects funded by cash & assets recovered by @westyorkspolice.bsky.social 🔗 westyorks-ca.gov.uk/policing-and...

To be part of the largest UK trade delegation ever sent to India was an incredible honour. This is devolution in action. Mayors working with the government to secure the jobs and investment that will put more money in people’s pockets back home.

West Yorkshire has a deep and enduring friendship with India 🤝 This week, I'm joining the Prime Minister in India to bang the drum for our region. I'll be promoting our strengths and building relationships that will mean more jobs, investment and opportunities back home.

My statement on the second anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack on Israel.

A true Yorkshire icon was honoured today. Rob Burrow showed us what real courage looks like - both on the pitch, and throughout his battle with motor neurone disease. And now Northern Rail's train will carry his legacy across the North every day.

West Yorkshire has a long, proud history of partnership and collaboration with Ireland. 🤝 It was fantastic to welcome Cillian O’Kelly, the new Irish Consul General, to our region. I look forward to working together and continuing to strengthen our ties.

🤝A £6.8 billion financial sector 💻 Leaders in AI, data and financial technology 🏙️Home to the Northern Square Mile West Yorkshire is where opportunity lives. Find out more about why our finance sector is booming: ow.ly/LmFN50X0j6i

We’ve discovered some phenomenal talent through the Young Poet Laureate programme in West Yorkshire.🚀 I'm so proud that, after being pioneered in our region, it's now being rolled out across the country and will help even more voices be heard. www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/young-p...

Happy Rosh Hashanah! Wishing all those celebrating a joyful and sweet new year 🍯🍎

We know the benefits of sport extend well beyond the playing field. 💪 Today, we've signed a landmark agreement with Sport England to make it easier for people, regardless of income or background, to get active and stay healthy. Read more: www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and...

People in Yorkshire deserve better than our current creaking, unreliable rail network. That's why we’re calling on government to back our ambitious vision for a railway that works for everyone, from communities to businesses. Find out more about our plans: www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and...

Culture is not just a nice to have. It transforms places, creates opportunity & enriches lives. Great to speak at the Local Government Association conference about One Creative North - a collaboration of Northern Mayors, partners, and industry leaders determined to unlock our creative potential.

West Yorkshire is home to the North's largest manufacturing workforce. With Ionix launching its new advanced materials facility in Leeds, this is another fantastic vote of confidence in our region's talent and reinforces our role as a global leader in advanced manufacturing.

My statement on the news of Angela Rayner's resignation from government.

Honoured to have been re-elected by my fellow mayors to lead the UK Mayors Group, alongside Deputy Chair, Claire Ward, Mayor of East Midlands. (1/2)

A thriving business making great blends – meet North Star Coffee, based in the heart of Leeds. West Yorkshire is where opportunity lives, and we’re helping the North Star team continue to push the boundaries of what a small business can achieve.

Flooding has hit West Yorkshire hard in recent years, so improving our defences is vital. We’re investing in projects like this to protect our communities and build a greener, more resilient region 👇 bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We're determined to tackle serious violence, but we can't do it alone. Your voice can help us make a real difference. Please tell us the issues that matter to you most through our online survey. yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/seriousviole...

Fire engines, cycle safety & hands-on activities. Yesterday we hosted our annual Vision Zero event with emergency services, charities & the public to make our roads safer. Our aim is to end all road deaths and serious injuries in West Yorkshire by 2040. Every death on our roads is one too many.

Today, on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and the end of World War II, we remember all those who served and the strength and bravery shown by so many. We owe them a great debt. #VJDay #VJDay80

We’re investing in walking, wheeling and cycling in West Yorkshire. With funding from Active Travel England, we’re going to deliver: 🎒Safer streets near schools ✔️Better greenways and towpaths 👣Improved walking routes Find out more about our plans: www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and...

We’re determined to improve Yorkshire's railways. The completion of the latest @thetrupgrade.bsky.social works brings us closer to faster, more frequent, and greener trains.

Another major step forward for rail passengers ✅ @thetrupgrade.bsky.social will mean more frequent, faster, and greener trains. With the project on time and on budget, it's great to see the recent electrification & upgrade works on the Leeds to York route now completed. www.gov.uk/government/n...

Take care out there today. With strong winds forecast, a yellow weather warning is in place across West Yorkshire. There are disruptions to the transport network and some visitor attractions are closed, so please check before you travel. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Celebrate Yorkshire Day with us. Join us for the Women of West Yorkshire Festival on Friday 1 August. 🎉 Enjoy live performances, family-friendly activities, inspirational talks, and connect with others in your community. Find out more: www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/wowy

Yorkshire is home to beautiful countryside and by improving towpaths, more people can get out and enjoy it. Great to see the work completed to enhance our section of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal towpath, now a fantastic 34-mile, traffic free route connecting West and North Yorkshire.

It was a pleasure to officially open the new terminal at Leeds Bradford Airport and see the improvements they’ve made for passengers.✈️ West Yorkshire is thriving and it’s fitting that we have a new, welcoming gateway that allows more people to enjoy all our region has to offer.

Our region has the biggest financial services sector in England outside of London. The Chancellor's announcement is a major vote of confidence in the Northern Square Mile. West Yorkshire is the future of financial services in the UK. www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/politic...

Homes in West Yorkshire are colder and older than in other parts of the UK. We're determined to change that. By investing £70 million with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and local social housing providers, we'll make over 5,000 social homes warmer, greener and cheaper to run.

Investing in our bus stations is vital as we work to deliver state-of-the-art facilities and transform our transport network. We want to hear from you. Have your say on the next round of plans for Huddersfield Bus Station. Share your views: yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/huddersfield

Today my thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic events of 7/7. We remember those who lost their lives, whose lives were changed forever and the emergency workers who ran towards danger to protect others. When we stand together, hate cannot and will not win.

Wishing the Lionesses good luck as they kick off their #WEURO2025 campaign tonight!   West Yorkshire is rooting for you - we know you’ll do us proud 🙌

Investing in walking, wheeling, and cycling is key to our plans for a better-connected West Yorkshire. With support from Active Travel England, we’re pledging to create a national active travel network, to help connect neighbourhoods and create healthier communities.

Public transport in West Yorkshire must be inclusive and accessible for everyone that uses it. I’m proud our region is part of this important trial to improve the experience of passengers with sight loss and help them travel more independently. Read more: news.railbusinessdaily.com/publicly-own...

It’s never too late to learn something new! At our Adult Learner Awards we celebrated the achievements of those who have transformed their lives through education. Now, we're investing £12 million to expand our training and give more people the chance to pursue their dream career.

I welcome this urgent inquiry from @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social‬ to ensure pregnant women and babies always receive the best possible care. I have met with @leedsth.nhs.uk‬ and will hold them to account on their plan to improve. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...