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BBC News
23-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Baildon footbridge shut over 'significant safety concerns'
A well-used footbridge may need to be completely replaced after "significant" safety concerns were Dockfield footbridge, in Baildon, has been closed since 12 June when structural engineers said several "critical elements" of the crossing had Council said the concerns related to high and medium pressure gas pipes attached along both sides of the bridge.A spokesperson for the authority said it was in talks with Northern Gas Network, which jointly owns the bridge, about how to proceed. The council said: "A structural assessment has revealed that several critical elements of the bridge have failed, posing a serious risk as the structure can no longer adequately support its weight."For the full replacement to proceed, NGN is required to contribute 50% of the total project costs."One local councillor said the sudden closure had left people "very annoyed" and questioned why the issues were not picked up earlier, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Davies said: "The council say they want to encourage people to walk and cycle but then they close an important well used route with no notice and no explanation."It is a well-used right of way for workers and walkers and the alternative routes across the river are a long way away or people will end up driving to Shipley and round on Dockfield Road."Davies claimed the authority had "known about this issue for years" giving them "plenty of time to formulate a plan so that when it closed work could start straight away and be completed as soon as possible". "Instead of causing the minimum possible inconvenience it seems designed to cause the maximum," she council added: "We understand the disruption this decision may cause to bridge users and the local community, and we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience."Please be assured that we are actively addressing this issue, and the safety of the public remains our top priority." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
22-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
McCarthy Stone pulls out of Baildon retirement village scheme
The developer has announced it is pulling out of a multimillion-pound regeneration Stone was due to build a 47-apartment development on the former Ian Clough Hall site in without providing any details at to why, the firm said it had "made the decision not to proceed".Bradford Council confirmed the news and said it would be looking to put the site back on the market. A spokesperson from McCarthy Stone said: "Regrettably, we have had to make the decision not to proceed with the Baildon site but continue to explore options to bring our retirement living offering to the area in the future." The hall, off Hallcliffe, has already been demolished, but work on the building has not started despite a planning application being approved in October, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Clough Hall, which included Baildon Library, was demolished in 2023 – with Bradford Council selling the site for the work was announced, the council revealed plans to open a new library in the neighbouring Baildon Club building, which the local authority had purchased, but due to council budget concerns, those plans were later ward councillor Debbie Davies said the news that McCarthy Stone had withdrawn from the site had come as a now fears that site could remain empty, similar to the stalled Westfield shopping centre development that plagued Bradford city centre for years. 'Baildon's hole in the ground' She added: "We are very disappointed that the new library project - that the sale of the land was meant to fund - is on hold with the former Baildon Club standing empty in a prominent position in Baildon and deteriorating by the day."We also now have our own 'hole in the ground' as Bradford did for many years and rather than unsightly fencing around the site we would like to see some basic landscaping done as it is nearly two years since the Ian Clough Hall was demolished and potentially could remain that way for a lot longer." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Meet our Club of the Week and find out about their 'incredible journey'
This week's Club of the Week is Hampton United and here Mark Ansell-Crook tells us more. What do you do? Hampton United is an FA Accredited 2-Star community-based Club with fully qualified coaches. We have been providing football for the Hampton community since 2003. Hampton United are proud to offer inclusive football opportunities for players of all ages and abilities. We believe passionately that age should not be a barrier to playing the 'beautiful game'. Sessions are provided for (U6s) and the (Over 50s Walking Football)! Hampton United are a registered provider of Inclusive, Walking and Wildcats (Girls) Football. For the current (2024-25) season we have 20 Junior teams (U7s - U14s), 1 Girls (U11) team, 5 Youth Teams (U15s-U18s), 3 Adult (Hampton United) Teams, a U16 junior Inclusive team, 2 Adult Pan Disability Teams and 2 Walking Football Teams Where do you meet? Our teams train at various Peterborough venues – including Hampton Hargate and Yaxley. Our home matches are played at Beaumont Way (Hampton Hargate, PE6 8DN) and Queen Park (Yaxley, PE7 3LX). How often do you meet? Our football sessions are weekly. Are you looking for new people to join the club? We offer trials for players looking to play team football or seeking a new challenge. Do new people need any experience? It definitely helps but isn't mandatory. Are there any joining fees or membership costs? Monthly subs are in place - to cover the cost of training and matches. Out Teams collect and control their subs. Do people need any special equipment? Football boots and shin pads ….. plus a positive attitude and desire to learn. Please provide details of how people can make contact with you. Email us at: hamptonfcenquiries@ Do you have a website? Is there anything else you would like to add. Hampton United has been providing Football for the Hampton Community since 2003. In 2019 the Club almost folded. We had just 4 teams. The club committee decided to rebuild the club with a focus on Inclusive Football. We agreed to try and create the best possible community club. Our journey since has been incredible. We have launched a wide range of football opportunities for the local community - including: 1. Inclusive (Disability) Football. 2. Girls Football. 3. Walking Football Club Committee Members have worked incredibly hard to establish strong football foundations - which will serve the local community for years to come. The club has an inclusive policy and welcomes younger players. (Image: Hampton United) We are driven by a passion for inclusive football - providing football opportunities for local people - regardless of their age/sex/ability. In the current 2024-5 Seasons there are 34 Hampton United Teams. Would you like your club to feature in our Club of the Week? Please contact Debbie Davies for more information. Email:
