Purpose

The West Yorkshire
Combined Authority (WYCA) is seeking formal endorsement of the new
West Yorkshire Local Transport Plan (WYLTP) from Leeds City
Council.
 
Although WYCA holds
the statutory responsibility for adopting the Local Transport Plan,
obtaining support from each constituent council ensures that the
LTP aligns with local transport and highways objectives. The
implementation of the WYLTP will underpin future transport
initiatives and infrastructure development throughout the next
five-year capital funding period. This collaborative method
promotes shared ownership and accountability,
and establishes a robust mandate for integrated delivery via
strategic partnerships.
 
Leeds City Council
has formally participated in the recent LTP consultation (29
July–21 October 2025), registering district-wide support for
the proposed WYLTP policies and overarching strategy.
 
The policies and
strategic ambitions articulated in the WYLTP are closely aligned
with Leeds City Council’s existing strategies, including the
Connecting Leeds Transport Strategy, Vision Zero, Inclusive Growth
Strategies, Local Plan, Economic Vision, and associated
frameworks.
 
A comprehensive
report outlining Leeds City Council's intended endorsement of the
WYLTP has been prepared by Transport Policy Officers and is
scheduled to be presented to the Executive Board on 11th February.
The final WYLTP document will be presented to the West Yorkshire
Mayor for approval on 19th March 2026.