MP backs local railway ticket offices

Keighley & Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has backed local railway ticket offices after Northern Rail announced plans for closure. Industry body the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) unveiled the proposals, which could lead to nearly all ticket offices being shut, with facilities only remaining open at the bus

MP pays tribute to “overwhelming” community support for Ukraine

Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore paid tribute to support for Ukraine from the local community in Parliament. In a speech to the House of Commons, the MP addressed the “barbaric” actions of Putin and shared examples of sanctions that have been implemented by the UK government to “punish” Putin’s

Ilkley has Pride

Organisers of Ilkley’s second annual Pride event to celebrate the town’s LGBTQ+ community say the event was a “beacon of hope” for the community. Large crowds attended the event on Saturday, which featured workshops, talks and performances at the King’s Hall and Winter Gardens. The event was

Residents urged to make their views known on Bradford Breakaway

Two Bradford district MPs who are campaigning to break away from Bradford Council and form a separate authority are urging people to comment on a new consultation into ward boundaries across the area. The Local Government Boundary Commission has launched a ten-week public consultation into its prop

Keighley Cougars celebrate at annual Pride game

Keighley Cougars have hosted their annual Pride game against Whitehaven, winning the fixture 26-18 and hosting an event to remember.  The clash celebrated the inclusivity of the LGBTQ+ community within the sport, with Cougar Park featuring a host of pre-match entertainment including food stall

Ilkley Trophy a success

Local MP Robbie Moore has celebrated the success of Ilkley Tennis Trophy.  The event is the biggest UK Tennis tournament in the North of UK, and remains one of the biggest combined Ladies (ITF) and Men’s’ (ATP) tournaments in the world outside the majors.