An empty shopping precinct in the heart of Batley is in it’s last stages of being transformed thanks to the vision of an Asian Yorkshire businessman.
Batley Shopping Centre, on Alfreds’ Way, will re-open in July this year as ‘Batley Plaza’ with 24 retail and food units following a complete redesign of the 40-year-old site.
It’s headed by leading businessman Zahid...
Byline: Luke Patel of Blacks Solicitors
Christmas parties are great fun but sometimes can end in tears as occurred in the recent case of Shelbourne v Cancer Research UK.
In that case, Ms Shelbourne brought a claim against her employer, Cancer Research UK, after sustaining a back injury at a work Christmas party. The accident occurred when she was picked up...
Scientists are attempting to tackle a virus that causes Kaposi’s sarcoma, a skin cancer that is common amongst those with HIV.
Kaposi’s sarcoma is caused by the virus Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV), and it predominantly affects people between the ages of 20 and 49.
A new international research consortia made up of the University of Leeds, alongside Rhodes University and KwaZulu-Natal...
A group which has been working with homeless and vulnerable people in Leeds for four years is a lifeline for many living on the streets, who often have nothing more than the clothes they wear.
The Leeds Homeless Support Group was founded by David Hedley and Marie Butler who set up a Facebook page to urge people to help the...
Scotland’s political parties have all agreed to adopt a formal definition of Islamophobia in a ‘landmark’ bid to tackle prejudice.
The move follows meetings with members of Holyrood’s Cross-Party Group on Tackling Islamophobia and Westminster’s All Party Parliamentary Group on British Muslims, and places Scotland at the forefront of the fight against hatred.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has signalled the Scottish...
Police are reminding the public to stay vigilant and keep their possessions safe as hundreds of thousands of spectators prepare to watch the London Marathon on Sunday, 28 April to support the thousands of runners taking part.
The Metropolitan Police Service has been working closely with British Transport Police, City of London Police and the organisers of the 2019 Virgin...
In just a few days, on the eve and during Ramadan, a hero charity man from Bradford will be visiting war-torn Mosul in Iraq, to distribute Ramadan food packs to needy Iraqi refugees
Nazim Ali will be travelling with colleagues from the Human Relief Foundation (HRF), an international humanitarian charity, to deliver much-needed aid to some of the 650,000 people...
Making choices about your Islamic Divorce Panel meeting
Byline: Sidraa Razaq, Islamic Divorce and Property Solicitor at Winston Solicitors LLP
A recognisable worry
After dealing with Islamic Divorce matters for a number of years, I have come to recognise the most common worry for my clients is the thought of attending a “meeting” with the Islamic Divorce panel.
Before talking to me, it’s...
A legendary 67-year-old Bradford man, has just completed his 380th race after crossing the finish line in the Greater Manchester Marathon.
Grandad Joginder Singh of East Bowling, fondly headlined as “Jogging Joginder” by Asian Express over the years of news coverage, crossed the line in four hours, 48 minutes and 36 seconds.
Mr Singh’s prolific running hobby has seen him partake...
A partnership, announced in the run-up to Pakistan’s T20 and ODI tour of England in May and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 in England and Wales that follows, provides a unique opportunity to utilise the voice and reputation of the PCB and the Pakistan cricketers to tackle the mental health crisis and help create real long-term change in Pakistan.
The...
Readers of Asian Express newspaper may recall the case of Takhar v Gracefield Developments Limited back in 2017 when the Court of Appeal refused to set aside a judgment for fraud on the basis that there should be finality in litigation.
In that case, Mrs Takhar brought a claim against Gracefield Developments in 2008 seeking the return of monies which...
With just four years of competitive boxing under his belt, 18-year-old Amaar Akbar from Dewsbury reached the finals of the England Boxing National Amateur Championships.
Though the teenager ultimately lost out on the top prize to Sam Noakes of Kent, his progression to the finals in his first year in senior competition, and just four years after taking up the...
With over 25-years experience providing nursing care and support to local communities nationally, Kare Plus opened new offices in Bramley, Leeds.
The occasion was marked by the Lord Mayor of Leeds Mr Graham Latty cutting the inaugural ribbon, and was attended by local community groups and businesses as well as the company’s homecare workers.
Kare Plus Leeds provide a high-quality homecare...
A brand-new Odeon Luxe cinema featuring 971 handmade reclining seats across 10 brand new high-tech screens, delivers a truly immersive and unforgettable cinematic experience at it’s newest site in Leeds Thorpe Park.
On Thursday 11th April, the luxurious new cinema, opened it’s doors to VIP guest and winners of Asian Express newspaper cinema ticket competition, who were wowed by the...
Islamic Divorce Q&A
By: Sidraa Razaq, Islamic Divorce Solicitor at Winston Solicitors LLP
5 common questions about Islamic divorce
How long will it take?
It all depends on who you instruct! If you use a reputable solicitor then the process should be clear and organised. At Winston Solicitors, the average time scale from the Application submission to a decision being made is...
Winston Solicitors LLP proud to offer a range of legal services
By: Jonathan Winston, Managing Partner at Winston Solicitors LLP
The Winston Solicitors journey begins in 2002 in one room. Today the firm has offices in three locations and provides a legal service recommend by 99% of reviewers. There are plenty of legal firms to choose from and we are proud that...
ODEON – the UK & Ireland’s largest cinema chain – has announced it is to open a brand-new, luxury cinema at The Springs retail and leisure park, located to the East of Leeds
Set to open its doors on Thursday 11th April, ODEON Luxe Leeds Thorpe Park features 971 luxury, handmade reclining seats across 10 new cinema screens, offering film...
P & B Solicitors have overhauled their practice under new management and ownership.
Taking the opportunity of the relaunch to introduce themselves and their services to local businesses and individuals, the Lord Mayor of Bradford - Councillor Zafar Ali visited their offices on Leeds Road in Bradford.
The Lord Mayor was given a tour of the firm’s offices, introduced to many...
People Who Live In Glass Houses Shouldn’t Throw Stones
By: Luke Patel
In the highly publicised case of Fearn and Others v The Board of Trustees of the Tate Gallery five residents of a development of luxury flats brought a claim against the Tate Modern Art Gallery (“the Gallery”) in an attempt to protect their right to privacy from a viewing...
Mo Amer and Guz Khan are two of the hottest names in comedy right now and they’re on tour in Britain in their first-ever joint tour starting at London’s prestigious Leicester Square Theatre. They also have a date lined-up to perform in Leeds.
Following a huge online following in the wake of videos including his ‘Pakisaurus’ YouTube skit, which has...
