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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Aug 22

The Weaver Network is the new name for transport in West Yorkshire.

It’s our promise to deliver a new standard of service to improve your journeys.

Your new Heckmondwike Bus Station is a part of this.

Find out more at www.kirklees.gov.uk/heckmondwike-station.
@kirkleescouncil.bsky.social

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Apr 29

We're sharing our vision for a new tram network.🚊

This investment is part of our ambitious plans to help to unlock £11 billion of growth for the UK economy and could support our plans for the delivery of 60,000 new homes.

Let’s get spades in the ground by 2028.

#TimeForTrams

Group of nine people, stood, smiling. In the middle, they are holding a sign that says Time for Trams, Connecting West Yorkshire.

A group of people, stood, smiling. They are holding signs that say Time for Trams, Connecting West Yorkshire

A group of eight people stood smiling. They are holding signs that say Let's get spades in the ground by 2028 and Time for Trams, Connecting West Yorkshire

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Mar 8

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today is a reminder of the importance of uplifting women’s voices, celebrating successes, and striving for gender equality.

So, let’s #AccelerateAction together and build a better society for everyone.

#IWD2025

A purple background with white writing that says Happy International Women's Day #IAccelerateAction #IWD2025

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Mar 2

Ramadan Mubarak ✨

Wishing everyone observing Ramadan a peaceful and blessed month.

Three lanterns. There is text on top of the image that says Ramadan Mubarak.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Feb 19

🏡Improved connections
⬇️Reduced traffic
✔️Quicker journey times
🎓 Improved access to jobs and education

These were the key things people wanted to see from a Mass Transit system. Read our PR to find out about the outcomes from our 2024 consultation 👇

ow.ly/CEEf50V2SNj

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Jan 29

Wishing everyone celebrating Lunar New Year a peaceful and joyful 2025 ✨

Photograph of red lanterns. There is white text on a purple background that says Happy Lunar New Year.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Jan 27

Today, we honour the victims of the darkest periods in our world’s history.

May the lessons of the past never be forgotten.

We must stand together, against prejudice and hatred, and strive for a future rooted in unity and compassion.

#HolocaustMemorialDay

A single lit candle in front of a black background. There is white text that says Holocaust Memorial Day.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Jan 9

West Yorkshire is famous for its beautiful green spaces.

And your views can shape a plan to help ensure trees and woodland are planted where they’re needed most, for communities to enjoy and to help make our region greener.

Have your say: online1.snapsurveys.com/wrfp

@whiteroseforest.bsky.social

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Jan 8

We want to make it easier for people to walk, wheel, cycle and use the bus on the A64 in Leeds.

Find out more and help shape our plans with @leedscitycouncil.bsky.social at www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/a64phase2

A bus approaching a bus stop. Underneath is text that says 'Help shape plans for the A64 in Leeds'

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Jan 1

Happy New Year! 🎉

Here’s to a 2025 of happiness, opportunities, and growth, as we continue to build a brighter West Yorkshire for the people and organisations that call our region home.

Illustration of a wintery scene. At the top of the image are fireworks with large text that says Happy New Year West Yorkshire. In the middle are snow covered hills. At the bottom of the image is a group of people.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 25

Chag sameach!

Happy Hanukkah to all those celebrating in West Yorkshire and beyond. Wishing you a season of light, laughter, and happiness. 🕎

Photograph of a Hanukkah Menorah with lit candles. Underneath is text that says Happy Hanukkah.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 25

Merry Christmas West Yorkshire!

We wish you and your loved ones a wonderful festive season filled with joy and laughter.🎄✨

Illustration of a snowy scene. There is a road in the middle of the image with buses and bikes on the road and people walking on the pavement. Around the image are landmarks from around West Yorkshire. The Hepworth, First Direct Arena, Castle Hill, Bradford City Hall, and the Piece Hall.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 21

Next up in some of the great places to explore this winter…

🍂Temple Newsam Park, Leeds

❄️Newmillerdam, Wakefield

To find out how we can help you cycle and walk more visit: www.cyclecityconnect...

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Photograph taken at Temple Newsam Park. In the middle of the photo is a long paved path lined by trees. The sky is orange with the sun setting.

Photograph of Newmillerdam, Wakefield. A close up of the stone boathouse. Behind are trees with green leaves and in front is the lake.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 21

Are you planning to head into the great outdoors this festive period?

Take a look at just some of the fantastic places West Yorkshire has to offer…

🚣‍♀️Lister Park, Bradford

🌲Shibden Park, Calderdale

🌥️Greenhead Park, Kirklees

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Snowy scene of Lister Park in Bradford. There is snow on the ground and on the branches of trees in the foreground. In the background is a lake.

Photo of Shibden Park. In the left of the photo is the lake, and on the right are trees with yellow, orange and green leaves.

Photo of Greenhead Park, Kirklees. In the foreground is a lake with birds on top. In the background is a tree without any leaves and a bandstand.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 20

In 2024, the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Partnership reached over 25,000 young people under the age of 24.

Stay up to date with the latest news from the team with their newsletter.

In the latest edition, hear from Suffia, from the flagship Community Leaders Programme: ow.ly/aZ8N50UlAXr

Photograph of Suffia. She is facing the camera and smiling. In the bottom right corner is an illustration of the number 20 with fairy lights wrapped round it.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 19

We’re building a region where people can flourish.

With Wakefield Council, we've set up a new commission to identify how we can ensure people have the right skills to transform our economy and support a brighter future for Wakefield and beyond.

Read more: www.wakefield.gov.uk/your-distric...

At the top is a photograph of Wakefield city centre. Underneath is white text on a teal background that says 'New commission set up to meet demand for degree-level skills in Wakefield.'

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 19

In the past three years we’ve helped over 160,000 people to achieve their career goals, through our adult skills training programme.

From health and social care, to digital skills, manufacturing and construction, find a course that will help you flourish 🚀 Visit www.futuregoals.co.u...

Group photograph of people holding certificates. The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, is in the middle of the group. Everyone is smiling and facing the camera. In the bottom left corner is an illustration of a number 19 with fairy lights wrapped round it.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 18

Do you have a question you’d like to ask @mayorofwy?

From transport to housing, climate to policing, join us at the rescheduled Mayor’s Question Time event to discuss the issues that matter to you.

📅 16 Jan 2025, 6:30-8pm
📍 University of Huddersfield
🎟️ ow.ly/3LqB50UtbKH

Photograph of the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin. She is looking towards the right hand side and smiling.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 18

🎉 100,000 journeys have been made on the e-bikes available to hire in Leeds. 🎉

Not tried one yet? Get involved at beryl.cc/scheme/leeds.

In the background is a photo of a person cycling on an e-bike. Over the top is text that says 100,000 journeys in Leeds, 7.5t emissions saved, 240k km covered in distance, 26k h physical activity.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 17

Next up in the AI designed festive jumpers is Leeds and Wakefield...

Which is your favourite? Did AI get it right? Let us know in the comments👇

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A blue, gold, and cream Christmas jumper designed by AI. At the top it says Leeds. On the jumper there is a large owl, a picture of Leeds Town Hall and a market scene at the bottom.

A cream, dark blue, and light blue jumper designed by AI. At the bottom it says Wakefield, and on the right sleeve it says Hepworth Art Gallery. Across the jumper there is a snowman, large snowflakes, a cathedral, and a steam train.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 17

We asked AI to create festive jumpers for the five districts of West Yorkshire🎄

Here's what it came up with...

First up - Bradford, Calderdale, and Kirklees...

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A gold, burgundy, and cream Christmas jumper created by AI. At the top of the jumper it says Bradford, and on each sleeve it says Bradford City and Bronte Sisters. In the middle of the jumper is Bradford City Hall and a film camera. At the bottom of the jumper is an open book.

A Christmas jumper created by AI. At the top of the jumper is a series of snowflakes. Underneath is a river and canal with a canal boat and a rainbow in the sky. There is a sign that says Calderdale.

A green and red Christmas jumper designed by AI. At the top it says Kirklees. Underneath are a series of buildings, a ferris wheel, and a snowman.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 17

1️⃣7️⃣We want to support older people in West Yorkshire to travel, and to combat isolation and improve wellbeing.

In August, we launched our Senior Pass campaign to encourage people eligible for free bus travel to get onto buses. 🚌

Watch Mick's story and how he uses his free pass to explore. 👇

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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · Dec 16

Devolution is already working in our regions, but this government is unleashing its full potential by giving mayors greater powers.

Today marks a major milestone, giving us the flexibilities we need to deliver the better transport, skills and greener homes we need to boost our economy.

Tracy Brabin is taking a selfie of all the mayors and the Deputy Prime Minister.

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West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 16

This Summer we launched our latest innovation grants scheme.

Our two grants, Ignite and Amplify, help small businesses to partner with external businesses and develop their innovative ideas.💡

The grants are still open - see if you might be eligible today: ow.ly/Tyo450UrW2p

Text on a blue background that says "Innovation grants to develop your big idea". Underneath are illustrations of two people. On the right are two light bulbs.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social · Dec 15

We’re kickstarting a home energy revolution in West Yorkshire.

In July, @mayorofwy.bsky.social announced new low-interest loans for people to renovate their homes and save on their energy bills.🏡

Find out more about how we’re building a greener region: ow.ly/574K50UqyBr 🌍

Photograph of the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin. She is wearing a hard hat and a hi vis jacket. She is smiling.