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Nick Appleyard retweeted
Good to see calm return to Harehills last night. I would like to thank those in the community who really stepped up to help us ease tensions and deescalate the situation.
Decent people who care deeply about this vibrant and diverse part of the city, which they are rightly proud to call home.
I also thank the Home Secretary @yvettecoopermp for making it her priority to visit the city and meet with us yesterday.
We are clear - Thursday night’s events do not define Harehills. And we will work tirelessly with the community, @WestYorksPolice and @leedscc_news to move on and upwards from those unacceptable scenes of violence.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
I will continue work with our partners to keep West Yorkshire safe.
I ask our communities to come together and ensure calm tonight.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
Following events in Harehills, @DeputyMayorPCWY and I met with community representatives at @CATCHLeeds to gain further understanding of the situation.
Last night was awful to witness and distressing for the community. I commend those who worked through the night going above and beyond to deescalate the situation.
I strongly urge calm and encourage parents to check in on their youngsters to keep them safe and off the streets.
Dog whistle politics from people outside of our region who do not know our community or the facts are offensive and unwelcome. – at Leeds, England
ALT The Mayor of West Yorkshire is sat around a table with the Deputy Mayor and community representatives in Harehills. They are all engaged in conversation.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
We're on a mission to grow our economy in West Yorkshire.
So I'm delighted to see this government taking the brakes off Britain, to give us the tools we need to deliver.
📽️ Watch my reaction to the Kings Speech. – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
Devolution is working for West Yorkshire!
With more local power and funding we're boosting the economy, improving public transport, building more affordable homes, and getting people the skills they need to secure well-paid jobs.
Deputy PM @AngelaRayner has written to all local leaders to extend the offer of devolution, handing power back to those with skin in the game and delivering growth all over the country.
Don’t take our word for it -hear from mayors who are seeing the benefits of devo already👇
Nick Appleyard retweeted
Bringing trams to West Yorkshire will...
⌛️ Reduce journey times
💚 Cut down congestion for a cleaner, greener region
💰 Encourage big businesses to invest in our region - boosting economic growth & creating jobs!
See the routes & share your thoughts: wymasstransit.com – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
We’re getting straight to work with this new government to boost growth and put more money in people’s pockets.
Pleasure to host the Chancellor @rachelreevesmp and Yorkshire’s mayors yesterday. Together, we can help create a brighter future for all! – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
A new era.
@Keir_Starmer @10DowningStreet @AngelaRayner @RachelReevesMP @hmtreasury – at London, England
ALT A selfie taken by Tracy Brabin with the UK Mayors outside 10 Downing Street.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
Seven more months? There will be nothing left.
The desperate suffering must be brought to an end & work begun to deliver a plan for peace.
We need an immediate ceasefire, aid delivered, hostages returned & the recognition of a Palestinian state to ensure a safe future for all
Israel expects Gaza war to continue seven months - adviser bbc.in/3wSNKLk
Nick Appleyard retweeted
People have put their faith in me to deliver a West Yorkshire that works for all.
Tonight, I'll be delivering a speech at a @resfoundation event, outlining my plan for the next four years.
Watch my shorter take in just one minute ⬇️ – at Bradford, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
People have renewed their faith in me to continue what we’ve started, building a West Yorkshire that works for all!
Here’s how we’ll be doing that:
🚎 Local control of buses and spades in the ground on a tram system.
🧮 A region of learning with a new skills and training system.
🚓 A plan to reduce serious violence on our streets.
🎭 Increasing access to culture and sports for all children.
🏡 5,000 new affordable homes and a programme to insulate all social homes. – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
ALT A photograph of Tracy Brabin smiling warmly to camera, outside in Leeds City Centre. She is dressed in a navy blazer and white shirt, with a gold and white rose broch. Overlaid text reads; 'A West Yorkshire that works for all'.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
The news coming from Gaza about an imminent attack on Rafah is extremely worrying.
A military assault would only deepen the humanitarian disaster.
I hope an agreement to terms by Hamas means Israel can agree a ceasefire, get the hostages released and aid allowed to flow.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
BREAKING: I’ve just announced my decision to bring West Yorkshire's buses back under public control!
When I was elected in 2021, I pledged to improve your bus services – and this is a huge step forward to creating the bus service that you deserve. – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Big day for West Yorkshire 👀
Today, in the final @WestYorkshireCA meeting of my term in office, we’ll unlock millions of pounds of investment to help create a brighter region that works for all. All this was made possible through devolution.
I will also announce my decision on whether to take West Yorkshire’s buses back under public control. Stay tuned for further updates.
Learn more: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news…
ALT Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, is sat on a bus. She is in conversation smiling, looking away from camera.
Nick Appleyard retweeted
"Gender violence should be treated in the same way as the knife crime epidemic," says Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin.
On International Women's Day, the region launch their first-ever Women's Safety Unit
Nick Appleyard retweeted
This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re launching our Women’s Safety Unit! A first-of-its-kind team dedicated to improving outcomes for victims & survivors.
In West Yorkshire, the safety of women and girls is our priority every day of the year.
Learn more: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news…
@DeputyMayorPCWY @wy_vrp @WestYorksPolice – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
Today, we’ve set out plans to submit to government, for a tram running from Leeds to Bradford!
This would be just the first phase of a mass transit system to connect the whole region - helping our communities thrive and our economy flourish.
Learn more: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news… – at Yorkshire and The Humber, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
A manifesto for the North, further devolved powers, and a celebration of all things Northern…
That’s a wrap on Convention of the North 2024!
#COTN24 – at Leeds, England
Nick Appleyard retweeted
NEW: Powerful and upsetting responses to our #JustDont male behaviour change campaign.
Thank you too to all our male allies who’ve shared this content - change is possible. – at Leeds, England
Cat-calling and unwanted comments are all too familiar for women and girls.
Thousands of you commented on our campaign, asking men and boys to help us put an end to this behaviour.
This film shows just some of your reactions…
It’s not banter. It’s not harmless. So, #JustDont