West Yorkshire Combined Authority

We’re working with the National Literacy Trust to help local primary schools have fully stocked libraries with a trained member of staff. Reading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s future success, more than their parents’ jobs or household income. But many children are missing out on the opportunity to develop a lifelong love of reading. Read more about the National Literacy Trust's reading for pleasure campaign ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/efS-bYHx

The government has re-affirmed its commitment to a Mass Transit system in West Yorkshire. Mass Transit will unlock major opportunities for businesses, employees, students and job seekers. 🚊 Because better connectivity across West Yorkshire will help: 🤝Attract more diverse talent 💼Boost jobs 👩🎓Improve access to schools, colleges and universities 🙌Upskill our young people Watch our video to hear what representatives from across the region had to say about Mass Transit at our business sector event last week. Keep up to date with all things Mass Transit at wymasstransit.com

West Yorkshire’s Economy Committee meeting is taking place today at 2pm. Updates will include - ➡️ Plans to shape opportunities and activities for businesses in 2025 💰 Plans to support increased investment to businesses 💼 Targeted career support for people of all ages Read the papers and watch live by visiting: https://lnkd.in/e-xUnTUj

Help shape the future of skills support in Wakefield. If you live in Wakefield we want your thoughts on college, university, apprenticeships, and work to help improve skills and job opportunities across the district. Take our quick survey and help us improve post-18 education and employment. It should only take 15 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous. Your feedback will directly contribute to the Wakefield Futures Commission—a collaborative project between Wakefield Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. ✅ Take the survey https://ow.ly/NUnH50Vnfvj ✅ Learn more about the project https://ow.ly/Jf2s50Vnfvi

Unlock apprenticeship funding: How the Levy Transfer can support your business. Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by Asda in partnership with West Yorkshire Combined Authority, to learn how apprenticeship levy transfers can make a real impact for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). Discover how large employers can put their unspent levy to good use by supporting businesses with fully funded apprenticeship training—helping to bridge skills gaps and drive growth. 📅 Mon, 31st Mar ⏰ 12:00 - 12:45 💻 Online (link on registration) Don’t miss out on this opportunity to access funded training and support your business’s future. 👉 Register today to secure your spot. https://ow.ly/Ae6q50Vneja

We want your help to shape our plans to improve bus, walking and cycling access along Manchester Road with Bradford Council. Plans feature: 🚌 One new and one extended bus lane 👟 🚲 New walking, wheeling and cycling crossings 🌳 More trees and plants 🚗 Parking improvements We’re investing in our transport network to improve people’s journeys and support economic growth. Find out more and have your say at https://lnkd.in/exkCXdAE.

The Art House at Wakefield was founded by diverse artists to remove barriers to arts participation.    Our accessibility scheme supported them with the installation of two electronic, automated single doors to improve access for disabled artists and audience members.    Learn more about how the scheme helped The Art House by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gDgnbBrk  

📣 We're hiring for 3 Internal Audit Team roles📣 This team sees, first-hand, all the amazing work that is going on across the whole of the organisation with a responsibility to give assurance on how it is being achieved. Swipe to find out more about these 3 roles, and apply on our website: https://lnkd.in/eCC9N2w5

Today is World Poetry Day, so to celebrate we're sharing one of the brilliant entries from the West Yorkshire Young Poet Laureate Programme (run by the National Literacy Trust). Watch Alex, from year 4, with his poem 'morning rush'.

📢 Have your say on the future of your streets! Do you live or work in Bradford Moor, Cornholme, Cleckheaton, or Wakefield city centre? We’re working to create safer, healthier, and better-connected streets in your area. Your voice matters! Help shape your local community by sharing your thoughts. 🔗 Find out more and take part in the consultation here: https://lnkd.in/ethX8sr9