A tram network connecting Bradford and Leeds is currently seeking necessary government approval to move forward.

The entities involved

• West Yorkshire Combined Authority →

  Local government institution in West Yorkshire, England

  • West Yorkshire Combined Authority manages the bus franchising scheme for the region.Wed 12:43
• Bradford →

  city and largest settlement in the City of Bradford district, Yorkshire, England

  • A person moved from Bradford to London for studies.Sun 23:15
  • Bradford City Council granted licenses for commercial bus operation and pioneering motor bus trials in the city.Sun 04:24
• Leeds →

  city in West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

  • The UK government is reviewing funding models for England, recognizing the need for stronger, essential cities like Birmingham, Leeds, and Liverpool to drive national growth, while also addressing capital city pressures in London.Sun 09:23
  • The X84 bus route was established on September 1, 2026, linking Leeds, Otley, and Ilkley.Thu 05:55

Related events

• A council operates within the county boundaries of Bradford and West Yorkshire.Aug 31
• West Yorkshire Police began providing policing services to the city area of Bradford on July 1, 2026.Jul 7
• Leeds City Council governs the area where a project is located.Jun 18
• New rail infrastructure projects are underway, including a reopening of the Skipton-Colne line and new connections linking Bradford, Huddersfield, and Manchester.Jul 27