Mass Transit Programme - Land acquisition at Tyersal, Bradford

August 4, 2026 Chief Executive (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Chief Executive approved the purchase of land at Tyersal, Bradford for the Mass Transit programme on 04/08/2026. This decision safeguards potential mass transit routes.

The Combined Authority Board approved the appointment of political balance members to the Governance & Audit Committee, Investment Board, and Weaver Network Board on 30/07/2026. They also noted appointments made by Kirklees Council and under officer delegation.

The Investment Board approved the West Yorkshire Sports Facilities Provision (3G Pitches) programme to proceed to strategic assessment and allocated £200,000 in development funding on 16/07/2026. This includes progression to decision point 2-4 and future approvals in line with the assurance pathway.

The Chief Executive approved the awarding of contracts for Round One of bus franchising and to enter into these contracts on 23/07/2026. This decision is required to meet the milestone of Round One franchised services commencing in May 2027.

The Weaver Network Board noted the governance arrangements approved by the Combined Authority Board on 25/06/2026. This included the appointment of Mayor Tracy Brabin as Chair and Councillor Eleanor Thomson as Deputy Chair.

Full council record

Purpose

Approval will be sought to purchase land at Tyersal to safeguard potential mass transit route(s).

Decision

Approval for the Combined Authority to purchase land at Tyersal, Bradford to support the Bradford corridor for potential routes of the Mass Transit programme.

Supporting Documents

Item 12 - Creative Industries Culture Heritage and Sport - Project Approvals.pdf
Item 9 - WY Indicative Housing Pipeline Partnership Models.pdf
Item 9 - WY Indicative Housing Pipeline Partnership Models.pdf
260804 WROD1 - Tyresal Lane Bradford.pdf
Item 6 - Governance Arrangements - Appointments.pdf
Item 6 - Governance Arrangements - Appointments.pdf
Item 6 - Appendix 2 - WNB Membership.pdf
Item 6 - Governance Arrangements - Weaver Network Board.pdf
Item 6 - Appendix 1 - Weaver Network Board ToR.pdf
Item 6 - Governance Arrangements - Weaver Network Board.pdf
Item 6 - Appendix 1 - Weaver Network Board ToR.pdf
Item 6 - Appendix 2 - WNB Membership.pdf
Written Record of Officer Decision.pdf
Item 12 - Creative Industries Culture Heritage and Sport - Project Approvals.pdf

Details

ReferenceCall-ins0
OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date4 Aug 2026
Effective from13 Aug 2026
Originally due19 May 2026
Lead officerStacey White
Subject to call-inYes