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Aldi is hiring hundreds of workers in Yorkshire ahead of Christmas
The supermarket's new roles are being filled in preparation for Christmas
Budget supermarket Aldi is creating more than 500 new jobs in Yorkshire, ready for the expected influx of Christmas shoppers.
Overall, the supermarket has announced it will be creating more than 2,000 jobs across the country between now and Christmas - and nearly 600 are going to be in stores around Leeds.
Places where Aldi is looking to hire include neighbouring towns of Bradford, Doncaster, Hull, and York.
However, it's also been reported that Aldi has eyes on new sites in West Park and Otley, Pudsey, Sowerby Bridge, Heckmondwike, Wakefield, Batley, Halifax, Bradford and Mirfield amongst others - so positions may come up closer to home too.
The chain currently has more than 920 stores dotted across the UK and employs around 38,000 people in various roles.
Positions are not just available in sales, but also in administrative and managerial roles with the supermarket offering a decent range of employment options in the region.
The supermarket has 80 spaces for new graduates on its graduate scheme, and they're also currently recruiting for more than 900 positions at their 13 Regional Distribution Centres which are located across the UK.
And at the supermarkets head office in Warwickshire, there's a further 175 vacancies up for grabs.
Kelly Stokes, Recruitment Director at Aldi UK, said: “As we continue to grow, we’re looking for ambitious and hard-working individuals to join our team at stores and distribution centres across Yorkshire.
“There’s something here for everyone, from new starters looking to take their first step on the career ladder to more experienced team managers seeking a new challenge.
“Our amazing colleagues are central to everything we do at Aldi and remain one of the key factors in our success. We’re looking forward to welcoming our new recruits to the team.”
You can find out more about the jobs on offer with the budget supermarket chain here.
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New rules restricting the use of bikes and street trading are set to be introduced in Leeds city centre
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New regulations are set to be put into place as part of the Briggate Action Plan.
Proposals for the plan, aimed at making some of the city centre’s busiest areas safer for everyone, received a huge amount of support during a public consultation last year.
Since then, the council have been drawing up the necessary regulations and signage, with the new rules now due to officially come into place over the next few months.
Once implemented, the action plan will mean a requirement to walk bicycles and e-bikes within the city centre’s pedestrianised shopping area from 10.30am until 8pm every day.
That means no surprise bicycles will try and run you over as you're doing your shopping, hooray!
The action plan will also introduce prohibitions around certain street trading activities in targeted areas, including mobile street traders.
Extended restrictions will be put into place during major city centre events including Leeds Pride, Light Night Leeds and the Leeds Christmas Market.
Anyone breaking the new rules could be given a £100 Fixed Penalty Notice.
A spokesperson for Leeds City Council, said: “The city centre welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, and our aim is for every one of them to have the best and safest possible experience of Leeds.
“Through this action plan, we’ve taken important and meaningful steps to address issues which the public have consistently told us were impacting their enjoyment of the city centre whilst also creating potential safety issues for shoppers and pedestrians.
“With these new regulations in place, our hope is that both day-to-day visits and major events will now be even more enjoyable, successful and welcoming.”
The new restrictions on pedlars are expected to be in place from Thursday 1 October, with restrictions on bikes in pedestrianised areas due to be in place by the end of the year.
Read more: Huge new two-storey late-night venue with beer hall and games is coming to Leeds city centre
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Huge new two-storey late-night venue with beer hall and games is coming to Leeds city centre
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A new late-night venue is set to open in Leeds city centre.
And luckily for us, we don't have long to wait.
Introducing Klubhaus, a new venue by The Bierkeller brand that will open its doors on Friday 30 October on Merrion Street in Leeds city centre.
Combining a whole host of things, Klubhaus will feature drinks, games, and its very own beer hall on the top floor.
'The Bier Hall' will offer your classic Bierkeller-style benches alongside a huge stage and vast dance floor, perfect for events and live DJs.
Elsewhere in the two-storey venue, there will be two bars and plenty of games including dart boards, pool tables, and Bierkeller's popular ‘Spin the Wheel’ game where customers are given the chance to spin a large wheel behind each bar to unlock discounts and offers.
Dave Howarth, Brand Manager of The Bierkeller said: “Klubhaus is an exciting Bierkeller concept, and Leeds is the perfect city for a more drinks-led, late-night version of the brand.
“With two floors, two bars and The Bier Hall, we've built a venue on Merrion Street designed for the perfect night out.”
Considering the location, we've got a feeling this will do very well for those who prefer to party at the top of town on Merrion Street.
And with the prospect of bagging yourself a free drink from the mysterious wheel...who could resist?
You can have a look at what to expect via the Klubhaus by Bierkeller website here.
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Georgina Pellant -
10th August 2021 
