David Spereall Local Democracy Reporter
  • Leeds
  • National World

David started covering Leeds City Council as a Local Democracy Reporter in 2022, having covered Wakefield for the Local Democracy Reporting Service for the previous four years. He has also worked as a journalist in Hull, Kirklees and Morley.

Published In

Yorkshire Evening Post, Leeds Live, Yorkshire Live

766 Articles
almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Woman 'dragged by her hair' close to a Leeds boxing club refused licence

Licensing hearing reveals people say there's a 'cloud of fear' over the club and people won't speak to them

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Much-needed council homes 'lying empty' in Leeds' leafy suburbs

'Gorgeous' homes are lying empty because people don't want to move to the area

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Quarter of Leeds people still haven’t had £150 energy bill grant

The money was handed out quickly to people who pay by direct debit, but others are still waiting three months on

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Complaint Leeds resident sold cars at home sparks data warning for council

Leeds Council dropped its investigation but its reasoning was flawed

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Council defends Leeds Station revamp amid anger over taxi rank move

Disabled campaigners had argued the changes weren't right

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Leeds Hefner-inspired strip club wants more female customers

The club has recently had its licence renewed

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Police warning as Leeds streets become ‘holiday resort’ for day drinkers

People come from across the city for anti-social daytime drinking on the streets

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Leeds taxi fares could go up as drivers struggle with soaring bills

A union claims some drivers are earning less than the living wage

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Leeds city centre site 'to be torn down' to make way for 1,000 student flats

The long-empty cinema at the Merrion Centre could be demolished and an empty former office block extended

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Extra security and anti-terror measures planned for new David Oluwale artwork

A plaque dedicated to Mr Oluwale’s memory was stolen just hours after it was installed earlier this year

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

Soaring costs and chemical shortage hits swimming pools

Pools in Norwich, Colchester and Brighton have been forced to close

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almost 2 years ago
leeds-live.co.uk

'Unreasonable' council blocks plans for Leeds derelict building

The old community centre in Headlingley could become an eight-bed aparthotel

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