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West Yorkshire Mayor responds to Microsoft's plans for investing in the region
Microsoft has announced plans to invest in West Yorkshire.
Our latest statement on the closure of Bradford Interchange bus station.
9 January 2024
"Bradford Interchange bus station is closed until further notice, with services continuing to run from nearby streets. The closure will allow contractors to survey the damage and report back on next steps to ensure it is safe before reopening.
"We have taken this precautionary measure because public safety is our top priority and thank people for their understanding.
"We will provide further details in due course, but in the meantime, we would encourage people to check our Metro travel website for the full list of alternative bus stops before starting their journey."
Microsoft has announced plans to invest in West Yorkshire.
"Every single life lost to knife crime is one too many."
The West Yorkshire Mayor will position skills and the economy as key priorities over her next four years of office, with plans to bring more well-paid jobs to the region.