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A \u00a31.1m public realm scheme is to begin in Morley as part of the Morley Town Deal\u2019s programme to make improvements to the town centre and build economic growth.<\/p>\n

The project, funded through the government\u2019s Local Regeneration Funding programme and backed by Leeds City Council, will invest in the Queen Street pedestrianised area and Commercial Street to make the town more attractive, accessible and welcoming to residents, businesses and visitors.<\/p>\n

It includes upgrading public spaces with additional seating and planting, improving accessibility and creating a more attractive town centre environment that supports future investment and increased footfall.<\/p>\n

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Leader of Leeds City Council, Councillor James Lewis, said: \u201cThe start of the public realm work in Morley town centre marks the culmination of years of planning and public consultation to deliver an improved town centre experience for all.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe planned changes to the pedestrian area on Queen Street and the highway works on Commercial Street will not only make the area more visually appealing but will also have practical benefits in terms of accessibility and safety.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis work is only the start of the planned improvements for the town, with three further schemes along Station Road, Queen Street North and Town Square scheduled to be delivered over the next six months.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Construction company CR Reynolds Ltd has been appointed to deliver the scheme, with completion targeted for early 2027.<\/p>\n

Chair of the Morley Town Deal, Gerald Jennings, said: \u201cThese public realm improvements, together with the work to rejuvenate the Town Hall and deliver a new learning and skills centre, continue to deliver on that aspiration and help Morley be one of the best places in Leeds to live, learn, work, trade and visit.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile there may be some temporary disruption during the work, I encourage everyone to continue to use the town centre as normal and support Morley\u2019s incredible range of local businesses in the usual way.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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