Ben Still

Combined Authority Board - Thursday, 30 July 2026 - 11.00 am

The Combined Authority Board of West Yorkshire Combined Authority Council met on Thursday 30 July 2026, approving significant funding for bus reform fleet provision and the compulsory purchase of key bus depots, alongside endorsing an indicative housing pipeline and adopting a new members' allowances scheme. The meeting also saw the confirmation of various governance appointments to the Board and its committees.

Weaver Network Board - Thursday, 23 July 2026 - 11.00 am

The first meeting of the Weaver Network Board was held on Thursday 23 July 2026, where members discussed governance arrangements, bus and rail performance, and the future of transport in West Yorkshire. Key decisions included noting the new governance structure and approving the minutes of the previous Transport Committee meeting.

Investment Board - Thursday, 16th July, 2026 11.00 am

The Investment Board of West Yorkshire Combined Authority met on Thursday 16 July 2026, approving significant funding for transport infrastructure, skills development, economic growth initiatives, regeneration projects, environmental improvements, and sports facilities. Key decisions included allocating over £650,000 for bus priority measures on South Accommodation Road in Leeds, extending the delivery timeline and adjusting the scope of the Brighouse Flood Alleviation Scheme, and approving substantial funding for various business support programmes.

Combined Authority Board - Thursday, 25 June 2026 - 11.00 am

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority Board met on Thursday 25 June 2026, approving a range of significant decisions concerning the authority's governance, finances, and strategic projects. Key outcomes included the adoption of revised constitutional arrangements, approval of substantial funding for transport and housing initiatives, and the endorsement of a new Local Skills Improvement Plan.

West Yorkshire Business Board - Wednesday, 3rd June, 2026 2.00 pm

The West Yorkshire Business Board met on Wednesday 3 June 2026 to discuss the region's economic performance, the launch of a new Business Growth Hub, and upcoming major events. Key decisions included the reappointment of Mandy Ridyard as Chair and Asma Iqbal as Deputy Chair, and the nomination of representatives to the Combined Authority and Transport for the North boards.