00:00Major works are set to start in Morley following the appointment of a contractor to deliver a new public realm
00:07scheme.
00:08The £1.1 million project is part of the Morley Town Deals programme to make improvements to the town centre
00:14and build economic growth.
00:16The Morley Town Deal is funded through the Government's Local Regeneration Funding Programme and backed by Leeds City Council.
00:22Investment will be made in the Queen Street Pedestrianised Area and Commercial Street to make the town more attractive, accessible
00:30and welcoming to residents, businesses and visitors.
00:34The scheme includes upgrading the public spaces with additional seating and planting, improving accessibility and creating a more attractive town
00:42centre environment that supports future investment and increased footfall.
00:46CR Reynolds Ltd has been appointed to deliver the scheme, which is due to be completed in early 2027.
00:54Morley Town Centre will remain open for business throughout the works, with shops, pubs, cafes, restaurants and other businesses continuing
01:02trading.
01:03Work to deliver the scheme has been phased to minimise disruption and there will be clear signage and regular communications
01:10from the council about the progress.
01:12Morley Town Deal is a key part of wider regeneration projects across South Leeds, including the Ellen Road Masterplan and
01:19the Holbeck-Wortley Triangle.
01:21The Town Deal projects are aiming to bring new jobs and training opportunities and deliver long-term investment to the
01:28area.
