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People of Leeds call for city’s inspirational women to be etched in history: Civic Hall

08 Mar 2024

People of Leeds call for city’s inspirational women to be etched in history

The names of trailblazing women who made historic contributions to Leeds will be officially put forward to be etched on the walls of Leeds Civic Hall, it was announced today.

The people of Leeds were asked to help decide which women from an initial list of six should become the first to have their names permanently added to the walls of the building’s prestigious council chamber.

Council services Leeds Civic Hall

Double century surprise as records reveal market’s milestone: Kirkgate Market, Leeds - credit Leeds City Council  (5)-2

01 Sep 2022

Double century surprise as records reveal market’s milestone

A fascinating surprise discovery in Leeds this week has revealed the city’s historic Kirkgate Market is believed to have its 200th anniversary.

Markets City centre Leeds Civic Hall

Statement on lighting up of Leeds Civic Hall in support of Ukraine: Leeds Civic Hall

25 Feb 2022

Statement on lighting up of Leeds Civic Hall in support of Ukraine

Building to be lit up in Ukraine colours of blue and yellow

Leeds Civic Hall