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Council proposes changes to improve travel safety

The Thornton Road Improvements Project aims to make travelling safer and easier, the council says.

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'This market was once so busy - but things have changed'

The Kirkgate and Oastler markets are closing after years of declining footfall.

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Bradford's library book budget falls to 31p a head

The amount is 73p less than the national average and a regional low, according to a new report.

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Flats approved despite flood risk warning

The Environment Agency says there is a "high risk" of flooding to Broadway House in Bradford.

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Petition against free parking cut hits 1,000 names

Bradford Council plans to cancel the free hour under a "simplified new two-tier system".

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Former motorcycle dealership to become a gym

The new Master Flex gym will open in the ex-Appleyard Motorcycle showroom on Coney Lane.

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Parking hike sparks economic impact fears

Bradford Civic Society says it has written to the council over a proposed 100% increase in charges.

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'Hour's free parking is vital for town businesses'

Bradford Council is urged to scrap plans to remove hour's free parking in Ilkley town centre.

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Families feel pressure as care subsidy is scrapped

About 4,000 people in Bradford are expected to be affected by the new rules introduced in July.