Leeds Local Access Forum

The Leeds Local Access Forum is a statutory advisory body that provides independent advice to Leeds City Council and Natural England on improving countryside access for recreation. It represents diverse users and landowners, balancing recreational needs with land management and conservation.

The forum advises on public rights of way, open access land, and countryside spaces. It acts as a statutory consultee on matters such as Rights of Way Improvement Plans, changes to public rights of way, byelaws affecting open access land, and planning applications that could impact public access. It also advises on sustainable transport and recreation policies.