Report suggests that young people are leaving Leeds due to poor public transport

Some Young people say they are leaving Leeds due to 'poor' public transport connections - West Yorkshire think-tank Same Skies found that eighty percent of respondents gave this reason. In response Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, said: "I’m on a mission to build a better-connected region with a modern, integrated transport network that works for everyone”.

A new pizzeria is set to take over former Pizza Loco restaurant in Leeds, the site closed last month. Ottimo Pizza is being opened by Long-term friends Paul Bolster and Nick Julian. Both have long experience in running similar enterprises. The pair say their pizza concept is focused on quality ingredients, balanced flavours and a tried and tested dough process.

Expect some wintery conditions over the next few days. Temperatures should return to normal after an unseasonably mild spell - and we may even see some snow in places, particularly on higher ground. So if you are going out, do make sure you wrap up warm. That’s you updated, keep it right here for the latest news for Leeds and West Yorkshire.