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Michael’s back for a swansong!
Determined walker Michael Crawshaw braved downpours and survived an encounter with an angry swan to complete a 127-mile walk for charity. When the 48-year-old from Queensbury arrived back, he went to the Shoulder of Mutton pub, Bradford, to
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Cross Hills step in to help Silsden
Silsden were due a home friendly against Leigh Genesis on Saturday, and they will fulfil the fixture but have had to borrow a ground to stage it. The Cobbydalers hosted Royton Town on their training pitch in midweek while work is ongoing at Keighley
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Fox returns to Thackley
Thackley face a visit from their former manager Billy Fox and his new club Staveley MW on Saturday, which will give both clubs an early insight as they have been drawn together in the President’s Cup first round in the first week of the season.
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Avenue pose stiffer test for Brighouse this time
Brighouse Town host Bradford Park Avenue in a warm-up game on Saturday that will tempt floating locals and ground-hoppers alike. Town boss Mark Brier is expecting a better Avenue squad than they sent last year. He said: "We understand they are sending
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Old faces on view in historic night for Farsley
The locals of Farsley are anticipating a big night tomorrow as first-team football returns to Throstle Nest when Harrogate Railway Athletic turn up for a friendly. Farsley AFC have played two pre-season fixtures on the road since their inception but
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Chance to watch Guiseley for free
Guiseley have confirmed that their friendly at Frickley Athletic is free on Saturday as the home side have an open-door policy for the day.
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Menston residents turn out to view home plans
Residents turned out in force today to view controversial plans for nearly 300 homes in Menston. Developers Taylor Wimpey and Barratt Homes gave a public exhibition of their plans for the houses on green field sites at Bingley Road and Derry Hill in
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Baroness Margaret Eaton takes Lords seat
Former Bradford Council leader Margaret Eaton spoke of her pride after being ceremonially introduced to the House of Lords as Baroness Eaton today. She was elevated to the House of Lords in recognition of her service to local government.
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McGrath's dropped catches could prove costly
Yorkshire face an uphill struggle not to lose only their second LV= County Championship fixture of the season after a difficult day all round against Essex. It began with a poor performance with the bat for the Tykes at the County Ground before a blistering
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Sheepdogs sold at Skipton Auction Mart break price records
Two sheepdogs have been sold at auction in Skipton for a record-breaking £5,000 each, it has been confirmed. Rex, a 26-month-old border collie, and Ron, a 14-month-old tri-coloured sheepdog, both sold for 4,900 guineas (£5,145) at Skipton Auction
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Yeadon are ready to battle until the end
Yeadon have only won four games so far this season in the JCT600 Bradford League First Division. But two of those have come in the past fortnight as they bid to avoid demotion – a tougher test than normal. Most seasons, only two would go down but 2010
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Stars come out for Ilkley literature Festival
Seafaring heroine Dame Ellen MacArthur is among the famous names to have been added to the line-up for this year’s Ilkley Literature Festival. The round-the-world yachtswoman has been confirmed in the final programme for this year’s event,
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Essex pulling clear of Yorkshire
Essex are steadily building a sizeable second-innings lead on day three of their LV= County Championship clash with Yorkshire at Chelmsford. After bowling the Tykes out during the afternoon session, the hosts reached tea on 75-2, meaning they lead by
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Bradford City players concerned Flynn is wasting away
A couple of lads haven’t been able to make the trip to Essex with us. And we’re all a bit worried with what we keeping reading about Flynny. We saw his interview in the T&A this week and we’re getting quite concerned. He’s been losing
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Dancers ready to takeover Centenary Square
Dancers will descend on Bradford tomorrow night as the city begins its countdown to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Northern School of Contemporary Dance will mark the start of a weekend of events with a performance celebrating
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Suspected robbery at Bradford jewellers
Police are at the scene of a suspected robbery at a Bradford jewellers shop. Officers were called to the Tayyeba premises in Little Lane, off Toller Lane, Girlington, at 1.30pm today. The shop's window was broken during the robbery attempt. There are
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VIDEO: Bradford archaeologist helps uncover Stonehenge 'twin'
Interview with Dr Ben Gearey about the discovery of a new 'henge' close to Stonehenge A Bradford archaeologist and his brother have helped discover the hidden “twin” of Stonehenge. A project studying the land around the ancient monument
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Rashid holds Yorkshire tail together
A composed half-century from Bradford-born Adil Rashid helped Yorkshire close in on Essex’s first-innings total at Chelmsford. Despite losing four wickets on the morning session of day three, the leg-spinner reached lunch on 51 not out. It helped the
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Bulls unchanged for Rovers clash
The Bulls have named an unchanged 19-man squad for Saturday's trip to Hull KR. There are no new injury concerns but Dave Halley could be back in contention for a start after missing out last week due to a family bereavement. He will compete for a spot
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Angling lines
LISTERHILLS AA: Strong gusting winds and rain made fishing difficult in the open match at Rodley and some competitors suffered damaged tackle. Result: 1 W Barker 1lb 9oz, 2 R Thornton 1lb 4oz, 3 E Harrison 1lb 1½oz. Result of Tuesday evening match
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Dine in style in Shelf home
While only built in 1995, this detached home has the character more often seen in much older properties, such as plaster ceiling cornices and exposed brick walls. Carol and Paul Brocklehurst, who have lived in their four bedroom home for the last 11
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Toyota Auris has an aura
Who would have thought it? Toyota, of all companies, under the cosh over a number of safety recalls. This company is traditionally one of the best-regarded brands when it comes to customer satisfaction. Together with Lexus – its posher sister – it always
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Harden’s Aire-Wharfe title bid faces test at leaders Bilton
With Bilton having opened up a 15-point gap at the top of DIVISION TWO, the key race looks to be among the three Aire-Wharfe League sides hoping to grab the second promotion place – and the order could change again on Saturday. Harden are currently second
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Smith leads Drighlington into final showdown
Drighlington, who are two divisions lower, beat Asa Briggs A by seven chalks in the HOWARTH CUP semi-finals after starting with a 25-point handicap advantage. Captain Mark Smith produced a great 21-11 win to ensure a place in the final against Shipley
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Heaton celebrating at the double
Heaton completed a double when they won the Bradford Parks League under-18s final at Pudsey Tennis Club. The club’s under-15s had already won their league and the older players added to the celebrations as they beat the hosts 4-2. Yet the score did
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Buttershaw teenager raises £500 for autism group
A Bradford teenager has raised £500 for a support group for young people with autism by completing the three Yorkshire peaks challenge. Joshua Harley-Sellers, 15, of Buttershaw, completed the 24.5-mile route in under 11 hours with the help of former
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Traders tell Bradford Council how to improve city
Around 60 city centre traders packed into a lively City Hall meeting for the promise of a new era of dialogue with Bradford Council. Invited guests were urged to suggest ways in which the Council could help their businesses thrive at last night’s summit
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Naylor ready to return
Leeds captain Richard Naylor makes his first appearance of the pre-season programme tonight when a United XI visits Blue Square North side Gainsborough Trinity (7.45). Naylor was close to returning after injury against Bury on Tuesday night but manager
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Uncle to ride Leeds-Liverpool Canal for charity after niece's successful operation
The uncle of a young girl whose life was saved by a brain surgeon is set to thank him with a 127-mile sponsored bike ride along the Leeds Liverpool canal. Phil Holden, 38, and four friends, will take on the challenge to raise money for Bingley-based
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Plea over missing Horsforth man Anthony Hirst
Detectives are appealing for help to trace a man who went missing from Drighlington. Police are concerned for the welfare of Anthony Hirst, 48, from Horsforth. He is described as white, 6ft 2in, slim, with a ruddy and freckled complexion, blue eyes
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Pupils gear up for new school
Youngsters at Barkerend Primary School were treated to a taste of life in the fast lane when a new Audi R8 pulled up at the school gates. The Year 6 pupils, whose parents had attended a transition meeting about moving up to secondary school, were photographed
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
The following have been dealt with by Bradford Magistrates: Hussain Alshareef, 39, of Queensfield Drive, Little Horton; failure to give information re driver’s identity, £525 fine, £100 costs, licence endorsed. Marcus Appleton, 19, of Beacon Road, Buttershaw
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Man who died in Keighley house blaze named
The man who died in a house fire where a woman had been stabbed, has been named as Omid Aref. His body was discovered in the house in Argyle Street, Highfield, Keighley, last Wednesday, and police are still probing the circumstances of his death. A
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Chance to explore the world of Islam
An Open Islam day is being held in Keighley town centre this Saturday. The event – designed to educate and entertain – will be staged by the Abu Zahra Foundation on Church Green from 10am to 5pm. It will feature the Islamic call to prayer, interactive
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Manningham school celebrates 150th birthday of school meals pioneer
Youngsters at Bradford’s Margaret McMillan Primary School celebrated what would have been the 150th birthday of the school meals pioneer from whom their school took its name. Margaret McMillan was a member of the Bradford School Board who along with
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Sign up to improve basketball skills
Budding young basketballers who live in Incommunities homes are being offered a great deal on places at next month’s Bradford Eurocamp. The five-day course has been organised by Bradford Dragons and takes place at Bradford College’s Trinity Green sports
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Carnival to mark opening of Skipton Children's Centre
A family carnival will mark this weekend’s official opening of Skipton Children’s Centre. The centre has been open for a year, but the event will give people a chance to find out more about its work. Centred on the Brougham Street “hub”, it also operates
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Parent cash body defends its record
The body responsible for chasing absent parents for cash has defended its record after it was revealed more than £32 million is owed in Bradford alone. Last week, the Telegraph & Argus reported that the Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission
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Rain ruins fixtures again
Rain prevented any play in the Bradford Evening League for the second week in succession. Next Wednesday’s fixtures are scheduled to be the last of the season.
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Shutter ruling a 'security risk' say traders
Shop owners say the security of their businesses may be at risk if they are forced to take down metal shutters to comply with planning regulations. Businesses in Oak Lane, Manningham, have been told by Bradford Council they must apply for planning permission
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Balbir Singh is happy to lead by example
Company boss and former Bradford business leader Balbir Panesar led by example by taking a 20 per cent pay cut to help his business survive the recession. And his nearly 100-strong workforce at PEC Building and Shopfitting followed suit by agreeing to
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When my wife loses all scents...
When we enter the supermarket, my wife turns immediately right towards the clothes section, while I make a beeline for all things electrical. After we have spent the allotted time in our initial selected areas, we head off towards the food where we begin
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DNA experiment fails to provide breakthrough
SPLICE (15, 104 mins) Two stars Adrien Brody, Sarah Polley, Delphine Chaneac, Brandon McGibbon, Abigail Chu Despite years of scientific advancement and technological breakthroughs, many secrets of the human body continue to elude us.
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Time to bury an historic capsule
Students from Hanson School have planted a time capsule at the site of Bradford’s newest hotel, Jurys Inn. The children put a range of items, including pictures they had drawn which represent what Bradford means to them, into the capsule which was
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Woman held after Bradford police drugs raid
Police have shut down a suspected ‘crack house’ in Bradford after receiving complaints of anti-social behaviour from concerned residents living nearby. Officers entered the terraced house in Dover Street, Wapping, yesterday after being granted a closure
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Laughs don’t quite bridge the age gap
THE REBOUND (15, 94 mins) Three stars Starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Justin Bartha, Joanna Gleason, Art Garfunkel, Kate Jennings Grant, Kelly Gould, Andrew Cherry, Sam Robards The Rebound has been sitting on a shelf for more than a year
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Message is given loud and clear
No-one likes to see people prosper from crime. When criminals sport designer clothes, drive around in expensive cars, have a string of luxury properties and spend money like it was going out of fashion, it is as if they are putting two fingers
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
25 years ago: Interim findings of the Popplewell Inquiry into the Valley Parade fire were expected to be published. Home Secretary Leon Brittan was expected to give a statement to the House of Commons to coincide with the release of the 100-page
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MP calls for new inquiry into Bradford & Bingley
Shipley MP Philip Davies is hoping a top parliamentary group will hold an inquiry into the demise of Bradford & Bingley. He has asked Andrew Tyrie, chairman of the Treasury Select Committee, to hold an inquiry into the B&B affair which resulted
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Event’s Sundae best
SIR – I would just like to say how much I enjoyed the ‘Aire Do’ at Cliffe Castle Gardens on July 18, in particular the Acoustic Sundae stage. A wide variety of music was excellently played through a good sound system. The atmosphere in the gardens was
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No need for inquiry
SIR – I read with interest the article concerning the 14-year-old girl traveller being sprayed with CS gas, and may now have to have skin grafts on her face (T&A, July 19). Having read the details of how this came about – and it would seem that there
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Can power to the people idea really work for us?
Earlier this year, a book by political thinker and Anglican theologian Phillip Blond was published called Red Tory: How Left And Right Have Broken Britain And How We Can Fix It. His solution can be summed up by the old John Lennon mantra: power
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Rise to the challenge
SIR – This Saturday, the British Heart Foundation is holding its annual Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge – an event that raises vital funds to help support men, women and children whose hearts need a helping hand. Lots of people have signed up and the
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Councillor must quit
SIR – The story on the property dealings of Rizwan Malik (pictured) was absolutely shocking (T&A, July 20). The people of Heaton deserve better than to be represented by a criminal, slum landlord and he must resign immediately from the Council
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Emerge from shadow
SIR – Last week, I attended the Bradford District Regeneration Summit, much of which was concerned with transport issues within the Leeds City Region, of which, it seems, Bradford is now a part. The summit took place at the brand-new Leeds City College
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Advice was ignored
SIR – Over the past ten years, consultants have been given at least £20m for advice on regenerating Bradford, and we know how successful that has been. At the Regeneration Summit for Transport and Connectivity at Leeds City College, our Council was
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Why no local merger?
SIR – Why did Keighley College become Leeds City College in Keighley? Why did it not amalgamate with either Shipley College or Bradford College, both very much nearer? Iain Morris, Caroline Street, Saltaire
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Swimming is the best exercise for elderly
SIR – Re the article (T&A of 17 July) about free swims and Jeanette Sunderland’s response to the proposed cancelling of under-16s and elderly people’s free swimming. She goes on to say that “… otherwise it (Labour) would have subsidised other ways older
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£20m Jurys Inn hotel opens in Bradford
A new £20 million hotel opens in Bradford today and is already half-full with bookings for Saturday night. The Jurys Inn is due to be officially opened at noon with the Lord Mayor of Bradford Councillor Peter Hill and Bradford Bulls player
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Woman, 39, is facing trial on charity ‘fraud’
A 39-year-old woman is to face trial accused of fraud at a charity riding club for children and adults. Rachel Smith appeared before magistrates in Bingley yesterday accused of five offences of fraud by abuse of position at the Aire Valley
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Seized Porsche wheeled out in Bradford to show that crime doesn't pay
Police in Bradford wheeled out an expensive sports car – seized from an organised gang – to prove that crime does not pay. The Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe, worth £95,000 when new, is on a tour of West Yorkshire after a judge at Bradford Crown
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Stop smoking group celebrates success
Thousands of people in Bradford and Airedale have successfully quit their smoking habit with help from the local NHS stop smoking service. Over the past year (2009 to 2010) nearly 4,000 people achieved the four-week quit target after seeking
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Menston man drops claim for unfair dismissal
A former Jobcentre worker from Menston who said his contract was not extended because he tried to protect taxpayers’ money has withdrawn his claim for unfair dismissal. Richard Constable yesterday told an employment tribunal in Leeds he believed he
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Whartons Primary School head and deputy say farewell
A school is bracing itself for the end of an era when its headteacher and deputy head both retire this summer. James Vincent and his deputy Martin Campey have worked at The Whartons Primary School, in Otley, for a combined total of 58 years
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Calm amid the storm at Odsal, says Menzies
Steve Menzies admits recent turmoil has fostered a siege mentality at the Bulls. A nine-game losing run and the exit of coach Steve McNamara has threatened to plunge their campaign into absolute chaos but, at the eye of the storm, the players
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Teenager's throat slashed on first day of holiday
A talented teenage rugby player is lucky to be alive after he had to be rushed to hospital in Cyprus when his throat was slashed in an apparently unprovoked attack. Isaac Brown, 19, of Eccleshill, Bradford, had to have four hours of specialist
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Progress is made on uninsured drivers in Bradford
A Bradford suburb has lost its unenviable crown as the country’s worst area for uninsured drivers. The BD3 postcode area, which includes Barkerend, Bradford Moor and Thornbury, has slipped to fourth worst in the last two years with an estimated
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Better late than never, as Simm chases Bradford City deal
Chris Simm insists he is not too old to join the pro game at 26. The Southport striker is chasing a contract offer from Peter Taylor on City’s southern tour. Simm believes he is good enough to make the grade after banging in 40 goals in the last two
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Incommunities denies it is removing Bingley flat door staff
Social landlord bosses want to quash rumours they are about to remove “life-saving” door staff from a block of high-rise flats in Bingley. Word heard by tenants in Brunswick House, Crossley Wood Road, was that Incommunities was planning to
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Yorkshire youngster Bairstow tipped for the very top
Former Yorkshire wicketkeeper Simon Guy has hailed Bruce French’s influence on current Tykes gloveman Jonny Bairstow. Guy, who retired from professional cricket last September, says there is no limit to what 20-year-old Bairstow can achieve in the sport
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Wake-up call for United
Simon Grayson has blasted his Leeds players for Tuesday’s woeful performance at Bury where they went down 4-0, conceding three goals after the home side put on several youngsters and trialists. The United boss apologised to the 1,700-plus travelling
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Plans unveiled for Skipton high street development
Plans to replace a controversial 1970s building on a heritage high street have been unveiled. The project to demolish a two-storey building at 9 High Street, Skipton, and build a restaurant or cafe is part of a multi-million pound plan to transform
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New health firm takes over Eccleshill Treatment Centre
A new company has taken over the running of a Bradford treatment centre. In June, NHS Bradford and Airedale announced that Care UK had been awarded preferred bidder status for the contract to run Eccleshill NHS Treatment Centre, and now
