Your neighbourhood plan for Otter Island
Your Neighbourhood Plan feedback for Otter Island
We have been working to deliver your first Neighbourhood Plan and it is now drawing to a close. We wanted to let you know what actions we have taken in response to your feedback and how we have shaped our services locally. One of the outcomes of the first plan is that it would be of benefit to combine it with other plan areas so that we can have more impact.
We are combining the Otter Island, Armley Grange Mount and Armley neighbourhood plans this time, and this area will be known as Armley. Please take a look at the feedback document below to see what we have done for your existing neighbourhood plan area, and what we are planning to continue to work on.
We will start asking you for comments on what we can do next shortly. A new survey will be available between 5th December 2025 and 19th December 2025 for you to let us know your current priorities. You will be able to access this between these dates by following this link: https://yourvoice.lfha.co.uk/your-neighbourhood-plan-for-armley.
Please click or tap the image below to see your Neighbourhood Plan feedback for Otter Island
Keeping Our Community Safe – Free Safety Resources Available
As part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safer and more secure neighbourhood, we’re pleased to offer a range of free community safety items to residents. These resources are designed to help prevent anti-social behaviour, improve home security, and support personal safety.
Available items include:
- Personal alarms for added reassurance when out and about
- Window and door alarms to alert you to unexpected access
- Door chains and wedge alarms for extra entryway protection
- Sash jammers and window restrictors to reinforce vulnerable points
- CCTV stickers (internal and external) and dummy CCTV cameras to deter unwanted behaviour
- Soft closers and slam stops for internal doors to reduce noise and damage
- Appliance mats to help with household safety and organisation
If you’re experiencing safety concerns or would like to request any of these items, please contact your Neighbourhood Officer. We’re here to support you in making your home and community a safer place to live.
Several restaurants and cafes offer deals where kids eat free, or for a reduced price, when accompanied by a paying adult. Some popular options include Bella Italia, TGI Fridays, Morrisons cafes, and Brewers Fayre. Many of these offers are available during specific times, school holidays, or with the purchase of an adult meal. Check online for more details.
Shelter's Money Information Sessions
I’m excited to share that our Money Information Sessions are launching this week!
We’re kicking things off at Leeds Mind and will be rolling out sessions across the city in partnership with a range of local organisations.
With the support of Shelter volunteers, these sessions aim to support individuals facing challenges with living costs and work towards preventing homelessness. The sessions will cover money saving tips, guidance on where to access financial support, and offer signposting to relevant services – ensuring attendees can access the broader help they may need.
We hope these sessions will also help reduce waiting lists for financial advice services – so please do share with your clients and service users.
Upcoming Money information Sessions
📍 Leeds Mind – Kirkstall
Where: Delacey House, Abbey Road, Leeds LS5 3HS
When:
• Thursday 5th June
• Thursday 12th June
• Thursday 19th June
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📞 Sign up: 0113 230 2631
📧 Email: admin@workplaceleeds.org.uk
📍 Better Leeds Communities – Burley
Where: 42-46 Burley Lodge Road, Leeds LS6 1QF
When:
• Thursday 19th June
• Thursday 26th June
• Thursday 3rd July
• Thursday 10th July
🕤 Time: 9:30 AM
📞 Sign up: 0113 275 4142
📧 Email: 1burley@betterleeds.org.uk
📍 BITMO – Belle Isle
Where: Belle Isle TMO, Aberfield Gate, Leeds LS10 3QH
When:
• Monday 30th June
• Monday 7th July
• Monday 14th July
• Monday 21st July
• Monday 28th July
• Monday 4th August
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
🟢 No need to sign up – just drop in!
What is AccessBus? -AccessBus is a door-to-door transport service, operating locally throughout West Yorkshire seven days a week between 09:00 and 17:00. It is of benefit to people who encounter difficulties using standard bus services, as the driver assists passengers from door-to-door, including boarding and alighting where required. Our buses are low floor, easily accessible and fitted with 3-point seatbelts for your comfort and safety.
If you require any further information, you can contact the AccessBus team by:
Telephone: 0113 348 1903
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Litter Free Leeds
Hey folks, just wanted to share something that might be helpful if things are a bit tight right now. There are some great local initiatives working to make sure good food doesn't go to waste and gets to people who need it.
Basically, they team up with businesses to rescue perfectly good surplus food and then share it with the community. It's a win-win: less waste and more support for families.
If you're finding it hard to put food on the table, it might be worth looking into these kinds of projects in our neighbourhood. They're doing some really important work.
It's fantastic to see so many people in Leeds getting involved with Litter Free Leeds! Having over 50 groups regularly litter picking across the city shows a real community spirit and commitment to keeping our neighbourhoods clean and tidy. It sounds like a great way for people to connect with their local area and make a tangible difference.
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SURPLUS TO PURPOSE
Hello, just wanted to share something that might be helpful if things are a bit tight right now. There are some great local initiatives working to make sure good food doesn't go to waste and gets to people who need it.
Basically, they team up with businesses to rescue perfectly good surplus food and then share it with the community. It's a win-win: less waste and more support for families.
If you're finding it hard to put food on the table, it might be worth looking into these kinds of projects in our neighbourhood. They're doing some really important work.
The link below will take you to the website full of help and advice or if you want to donate.
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27/03/2025 Update: The final plan for your area is now live and available to view. All consultations and polls are now closed. Thank you for your participation.
UPDATE 10/03/25: Your Draft Neighbourhood Plan has been uploaded. Please take a look in the documents section, then let us know what you think by taking the Quick Poll by the 21st March 2025.
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