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BBC News
28-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Start date for Bradford bike hire scheme 'under review' says council
The start date for an electric bike hire scheme in Bradford, previously expected to be up and running by spring 2025, is "under review", the council has September, Bradford Council approved plans to roll out the scheme across the district with the project being funded through cash raised from the city's Clean Air Zone (CAZ) would allow cyclists to hire e-bikes from docking stations and return them to either the same or a different docking station when council said it was in "detailed discussions with a bike share scheme provider" and the launch date was "under review to ensure that we maximise the bike usage when it is launched". According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, a spokesperson said the precise location of docking stations would be determined "through consultation with the scheme provider and other key stakeholders".But the authority said the network would be designed to cover "key trip origins and destinations in the main urban area" such as Bradford Interchange, Forster Square Station, Darley Street market as well as the university, colleges and council reports on the scheme had said areas outside the city including Bingley five rise locks, Haworth, and East Riddlesden Hall in Keighley could also be included. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Health and Care Partnership and BIMA share Ramadan health advice
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims across the district are being encouraged to stay as healthy as possible. Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership has teamed up with the British Islamic Medical Association to provide advice for individuals preparing for Ramadan. Dr Salman Waqar, a GP and former president of the British Islamic Medical Association, said: "It is important that you try to stay active during Ramadan, like an evening walk to your local mosque or park, where possible. "Don't let Ramadan be a means of deconditioning the body to activity, especially for our elders, as it's much harder to lose it if you don't use it. "If you have a long-term condition such as diabetes, kidney disease, or high blood pressure, and are thinking of fasting, please speak to a healthcare professional in the first instance and they will advise you on what to do. "People with mental health conditions also respond in different ways in Ramadan; some find it helps and others really do struggle. "Fasting can affect the absorption of medicines; a disruptive change in your sleeping pattern could cause a relapse; and fasting could be counterproductive for some people with eating disorders - which is why it's important for you talk to the people looking after you, like your community mental health team, and they will advise you on what you could do. "During Ramadan, smoking or chewing tobacco will invalidate your fast. "This is an opportunity for you to try quitting, as all forms of tobacco increase our risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. "Some of you may decide to use nicotine skin patches, which may help during the day, and the majority of scholars say this does not invalidate your fast." Videos, that Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership has developed with the British Islamic Medical Association, about having a healthy Ramadan, are available to view at and Organisations that are looking to support their workforce during Ramadan can learn more about how to do so at
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Music, poetry, and rap event to encourage mental health dialogue
An evening of music, poetry, and rap is set to encourage young people to share their mental health experiences. The event, called 'Take the Mic 2,' is organised by the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership in collaboration with All Star, Common Wealth, and Bradford College. Creative Health Officers from Bradford 2025 will also be joining in. The event, which is free to attend, will be held at Common Space, Bradford, on Wednesday, February 5, from 6pm to 8pm. The evening will also feature the premiere of a short film created by Healthy Minds apprentices - described by a spokesperson as "youth advocates for mental health in Bradford." The film is to offer "a unique perspective into the struggles faced by young people today." MPTheHitMaker, a young musician from Bradford who performed at the first Take the Mic event through All Star, said: "Music helps me with my wellbeing and staying focused. "Take the Mic gave me a space to open up about my mental health through my music and connect with other young people and creatives." Hasan, a Bradford District and Craven Mind wellbeing support worker, said: "Take the Mic 2 is an opportunity to listen to young voices and learn from their experiences. "It's a chance to gain an understanding of the challenges they face and show them they are supported." Naomi Holdsworth is operations service manager at Bradford District and Craven Talking Therapies, which provides free and confidential support for those experiencing anxiety and depression. Ms Holdsworth said: "Talking about mental health and sharing experiences is an essential step toward healing. "It helps break down the stigma, offers support, and reminds individuals that they are not alone in their journey." Dr Junaid Azam, clinical lead for Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, said: "Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it's essential that we create spaces where people feel comfortable talking about it. "These events are essential for building empathy, breaking down barriers, and empowering people to seek the support they deserve." Take the Mic 2 is open to anyone aged 16 and above. Tickets can be booked through Ticketsource at The first Take the Mic event took place in May 2024 at Bradford College, with more than 80 attendees, ten performers, and a range of mental health stalls. Mental health support services in Bradford District and Craven can be identified via
