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Yorkshire Water Announces Headquarters Relocation from Bradford to Leeds in Major Office Consolidation

Yorkshire Water has revealed plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Bradford to Leeds in a strategic move to consolidate operations. The water company is consulting with employees about transitioning to a new purpose-built facility at Leeds Valley Park. This relocation aims to create a more efficient working environment for delivering customer services.

Strategic Headquarters Move

Yorkshire Water has announced plans to close its current head office in Bradford and relocate to a new facility in Leeds, according to company reports. The water utility company stated it has initiated a consultation period with staff regarding the proposed move from its Halifax Road location in Buttershaw to Leeds Valley Park, with the transition reportedly scheduled for next year.

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Somerset Council Challenges Government’s “Astronomical” Housing Mandate

Council leaders in Somerset are pushing back against what they describe as “astronomically” high housing targets imposed by the Labour government. The mandate requires a 41% increase in local housing construction as part of a national 1.5 million homes pledge. The controversy emerges as Somerset Council begins developing its new Local Plan for 2029 adoption.

Local Government Voices Alarm Over Housing Expansion

Somerset Council leaders have raised significant concerns about government-imposed housing targets they characterize as “astronomically” high and fundamentally “not sensible” according to their assessment. The criticism comes as the Labour government implements increased housing mandates nationwide, with Somerset specifically facing a substantial 41% escalation in its housing construction requirements.