00:00Plans for a £15 million youth and leisure centre in Wakefield are moving forward,
00:06following the completion of a public consultation. Wakefield Council approved the proposals last
00:12September, with a formal planning application now expected to be submitted. The purpose-built
00:18facility, planned for vacant land on Ings Road, will offer more than 20 activities, including
00:24sports, music, arts, cooking and technology. It will cater for young people aged 8 to 19.
00:31The project is being delivered with national charity Onside, using government levelling up
00:36funding, and aims to provide a safe, affordable space for young people to learn, socialise
00:42and develop new skills.
