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Community and living

Crowd on Millennium Square

Our rich local history, exceptional parks, world class sports venues, excellent shopping centres and diverse program of year-round entertainment are just some of the many things that make Leeds such a great place to live.

You can access a range of advice and services from this section, all designed to help you make the most of life's opportunities.

  • Births
    Find out how to register your baby to get a birth certificate so you can claim child and other family-related benefits.

  • Childcare
    Our children’s information service is a free information and advice service to parents and carers who need childcare in the Leeds.

  • Community advice
    Access online information about debt, benefits, housing, legal issues, discrimination, employment, immigration, consumer rights and many other topics.

  • Community centres and facilities
    Find out more about local groups and events held at your local community centre, or enquire about hiring out rooms.

  • Crime prevention
    Creating safer neighbourhoods in Leeds is a priority for the council and our community safety partners. Find out what we're doing to help reduce crime and fear of crime.

  • Marriages
    Useful information if you're planning a marriage or civil partnership ceremony, including details of where you can get married and fees. 
      
  • Religions, faiths and beliefs
    Leeds aims to be a city of equal opportunity, where everyone has a fair chance and people from all backgrounds take part in community life.

  • Support groups
    Details of local support services and groups who can help with health, emotional or relationship difficulties.

  • Youth offending
    Find out about our work with children, young people and their families to prevent and to challenge offending and encourage responsibility.

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