Bradford Council

13/06/2026

🛟Today is the start of Drowning Prevention Week 13-20 June and today we’re sharing the Royal Live Saving Society’s Water Safety Code.

The code says:

Whenever you are around water:
✋Stop and think
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Stay Together

In an emergency:
📞If someone is in difficulty in water call 999
🌊If you’re in difficulty in water float of your back

There’s information for parents to use with their children on the RLSS website.

RLSS UK’s Drowning Prevention Week is an annual, water safety campaign designed to educate children and young adults in water safety and lifesaving skills. Drowning Prevention Week educates children aged 5 to 17 each June with crucial water safety advice just before the summer holidays, when y...

13/06/2026

Big changes ahead for Bradford’s city centre

Work is now underway to safely remove and preserve the iconic William Mitchell mural and the historic 1251 Market Cross from The Kirkgate Shopping Centre Bradford as we prepare for the next phase of the Bradford City Village transformation.

The Kirkgate Shopping Centre Bradford will close on 18 June, with demolition beginning later this year to make way for 400 new homes, new green spaces and a vibrant new city‑centre neighbourhood.

As we say goodbye to this familiar landmark, we’re inviting you to share your memories
📮 Drop them into the collection box at Darley Street Market
📧 Or email them to [email protected]

Your stories will help create a special memory book celebrating Kirkgate’s place in Bradford’s history.

Bradford City Village will eventually deliver up to 1,000 modern homes, new public spaces and opportunities for independent traders, with work on the Oastler Centre site also starting this summer.

12/06/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the great Bradford born artist David Hockney, one of the district’s most well-loved sons.

He was one of the most inspirational artists of the modern era and leaves a lasting legacy, not only in the fantastic artwork displayed in galleries across the district and around the world, but also in the incredible support he gave to our year as UK City of Culture 2025.

He painted the things he loved, and people will continue to be inspired by his artwork and his passion for life for many years to come.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, and all who knew and loved him.

You can read statements from the Lord Mayor of Bradford and the Leader of Bradford Council here: https://news.bradford.gov.uk/press-releases/48592c86-c2ac-4ffc-a4d6-b2a24c8977ed/statements-in-response-to-the-sad-news-of-the-passing-of-bradford-born-artist-david-hockney

12/06/2026

🛟We are supporting Drowning Prevention Week which starts tomorrow (Saturday 13- Saturday 20 June).

Throughout the week we will be sharing water safety messages from the Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK , RNLI and the National Water Safety Forum .

The RLSS website has lots of information and resources to share and use with children and young people to start a conversation about water safety.

https://www.rlss.org.uk/Listing/Category/drowning-prevention-week-campaign

12/06/2026

Following the success of our drop-in sessions in May, we are extending access to advice and support for landlords and agents. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about the Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

Four further Teams drop-in sessions have been arranged, there is no need to book, you can just log on:

18 June 2026 (4pm to 5pm) - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/35240058145927?p=IY0Skaf77H6KTOwMgx

24 June 2026 (1pm to 2pm) - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/321538551279557?p=JOK3RuNZbxeeHqQG4x

30 June 2026 (4.30pm to 5.30pm) - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/399934128973170?p=XQxkHpAw5x3lz3xmgP

9 July 2026 (4pm to 5pm) - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/383952816405805?p=72kbYrWhqjdESADI9D

11/06/2026

⚽ 🏆Who's ready for the World Cup?

Our Visit Bradford team has created a page dedicated to bringing football fans all the information about the venues large and small where you can watch the matches: www.visitbradford.com

Keighley Town Council are holding a World Cup Fun Day at our Keighley Market on Saturday 13 June. There'll be live music, face painting, craft workshops including bunting making, giant games and a penalty shoot‑out challenge.

Bradford Live is hosting the district’s biggest World Cup fan zone showing every England game live on its big screen for free. There will be pre-match and half-time entertainment with a DJ and live band, as well as American street food and bars.

Our Bradford Markets Darley Street Kitchen, will be staying open later on Tuesday 14, Wednesday 15 and Sunday 19 July, to show the two semi-finals and the final, which all kick off at 8pm UK time. There are wider celebrations planned if England progresses to these stages of the tournament.

There will also be a Afro-English Cultural Festival on Tuesday 23 June in the Courtyard from 6pm. The event, organised by ReachArts Network CIC , will include stalls, music performances, workshops, family activities and much more, all culminating in the England vs Ghana match being shown live on the big screen. Tickets must be booked in advance for this free, family-friendly event with great vibes and community spirit. Book tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/afro-english-culture-festival-tickets-1989185114224.

Information about places screening matches or holding World Cup themed events can be found on the Visit Bradford website www.visitbradford.com. Venues that would like to be included in the guide are asked to get in touch via the website.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿Come on England!

11/06/2026

We’re working with wedding venues across the district to help put an end to the distress caused by late‑night fireworks. Many venues already have a no‑fireworks policy, and we’re encouraging more couples to celebrate in ways that don’t disturb residents, pets, or wildlife or cause distress.

The Government is launching a national consultation on tougher fireworks laws, something we fully support.

https://news.bradford.gov.uk/press-releases/566f12e2-3459-4cc0-970c-3c50ad8a3fe1/fireworks-bang-out-of-order

10/06/2026

People Can - Static Stop & Search Operation – City Ward

Last Saturday (6 June) Bradford Council joined West Yorkshire Police and Operation Steerside in a Specials-led operation on Morley Street in Bradford city centre.

The focus of the operation was road safety, vehicle compliance, waste carrier regulations, and licensing enforcement.

Bradford Council Environmental Enforcement Team

• checked 24 vehicles
• Issued 2 Section 34 Notice and Producers notices
• Completed 15 Business Duty of Care checks.

Licensing Enforcement

• Checked 16 vehicles
• Served 3 non-compliance notices
• Suspenced two private hire licences.

Council Wardens issued 8 Penalty Charge Notices

West Yorkshire Police

• Issued 33 Traffic Offence Reports (Offences included driving otherwise in accordance of a licence, no insurance, seatbelt offences, red light offences, defective vehicle parts.)
• Seizures – 3 vehicles seized for no insurance
• Intel - 2
• S192 – 1 report for summons for driving otherwise in accordance and red-light offence
• S59 Warning – 1 issued
• Fail to Stop – 1 crime recorded

Keeping our roads safe, tackling environmental crime, and ensuring vehicles are operating within our communities are compliant with the law.

09/06/2026

👀 Eyes down for Singo Bingo coming to Darley Street Kitchen at Darley Street Market this Friday 12 June 6pm-8pm.

🎹 🎤❌Singo Bingo is a mash-up of a game of bingo and a good old-fashioned piano sing along! Hear the songs from one-of-a-kind international performer, Shane Durrant, cross them off your bingo card and win prizes.

Kick start your weekend with fabulous food and drink while taking part in this fun, fast, free, and family-friendly evening.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2083317245943605

09/06/2026

📢 Free Health Checks – Coming This Friday 12 June!
Join us at Markazi Jamia Mosque for a free “MOT” for your body.
🩺 Health checks
💬 Expert advice
🍏 Healthy lifestyle support
📅 Friday 12 June
⏰ 12pm–3pm
📍 75 Emily Street, BD21 3EG
Drop in anytime!
https://orlo.uk/3tQtR
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