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Partnerships with local and regional government are central to our civic approach.

The Civic Hall in Millenium Square, a white stone building with two turrets at the sides that have owls on the top.

With Leeds City Council, we have developed a structured Research Collaboration Framework (PDF, 7.8MB). The Framework aligns research with policy challenges and has directed funding of more than 拢1 million into policy-relevant research since 2022.

We work closely with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, contributing to regional strategies on economic growth, skills and innovation, including West Yorkshire's 拢2.5 billion mass transit scheme.

We lead the , funded by 拢5 million from UK Research and Innovation. With a focus on climate, inequalities and inclusive growth, the partnership fosters collaboration between universities and civic partners. Community voices are heard through the 'communities in their places' panel.

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Our partnerships in action

  • Dr Abi Rowson, 映客直播, and Mike Eakins, Head of Policy, Leeds City Council, introduce the Areas of Research Interest for 2025鈥�2026.

    Mike Eakins, Head of Policy, Leeds City Council and Dr Abi Rowson, Horizons Institute, 映客直播.

  • Working with residents at Leeds City Council, researchers helped transform an eyesore plot of land into a thriving community garden.

    Four people sat in a community garden in Leeds, smiling.

  • Leeds City Council reached out to our researchers to ensure that citizens help to shape planning decisions in Leeds.

    Group of students standing along ornate metal railings inside the Victorian Corn Exchange building in Leeds city centre.