Leeds residents close residential streets to create safe play spaces for children
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Leeds residents close residential streets to create safe play spaces for children

2 hours ago · Originally published 4 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: Leeds: The city closing down streets so children can play
Families in the Holbeck area of Leeds are temporarily closing their streets to traffic, allowing children to play and socialise safely outdoors. With nearly half of parents across England reporting that their children lack safe places to play, these community-led initiatives highlight a growing demand for more accessible public spaces for young people.
Source: BBC News UK West Yorkshire
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