With an average delay of 16 minutes and 54 seconds.
Leeds Bradford Airport has had its fair share of press over the last few years - but it's safe to say that the new report as part of the Press Association study of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data has ranked the airport in the top half of the country.
Taking data to find out the average delay time for airports, Leeds Bradford Airport was seventh best, joint with Cardiff airport, both of which had an average delay time of 16 minutes and 54 seconds.
This is down almost four minutes from 2022 when passengers travelling from Leeds Bradford Airport faced an average delay of 20 minutes.
The full list of airport delays from best to worst are as follows:
1.Belfast City George Best - 12 minutes 30 seconds
2.Livepool John Lennon - 13 minutes 24 seconds
3.East Midlands International 15 minutes 18 seconds
4.London City 15 minutes 36 seconds
5.Exeter 15 minutes 42 seconds
6.Teeside International - 16 minutes 48 seconds
7.Leeds Bradford - 16 minutes 54 seconds
= Cardiff Wales - 16 minutes 54 seconds
8. Southhampton - 17 minutes 6 seconds
9. Aberdeen - 17 minutes 42 seconds
10. Belfast International - 19 minutes 18 seconds
11. Newcastle - 19 minutes 48 seconds
12. Heathrow - 20 minutes
13. Bristol - 20 minutes 24 seconds
= Bournemouth - 20 minutes 24 seconds
14. Birmingham - 21 minutes 30 seconds
15. Edinburgh - 21 minutes 30 seconds
16. Manchester - 21 minutes 54 seconds
17. Luton - 22 minutes 54 seconds
18. Gatwick - 26 minutes 54 seconds
Generally all flight delays have come down by an average of two and a half minutes since 2022.
Although Leeds previously held a mid-ranking position, nearby airports Manchester and Sheffield Doncaster were previously amongst the worst for airport delays in the country, coming in with an average delay of 29 minutes each.
Since this, Sheffield Doncaster has closed its doors and Manchester, although decreasing its average delay time by a significant seven minutes, six seconds, it still ranks in the top three for delays.
According to reports from Sky News, the analysis took into account 'all scheduled and chartered departures from the 22 commercial UK airports with at least 1,000 outbound flights last year'.
Beloved Leeds restaurant Salvo's has closed suddenly due to 'unexpected dispute' with landlord.
Salvo's over on Otley Road in Headingley is a real Leeds institution.
Having first opened in 1976, it has been serving generations of families for fifty years with its authentic Italian menu.
The much loved restaurant announced the heartbreaking news to their social media today stating that the unexpected closure is down to an 'unexpected dispute' with their landlord.
The post read: "To our dearest customers, friends, and supporters,
"It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we must share some devastating news. Due to an unexpected dispute with our landlord, we have been forced to close our doors effective immediately.
"This morning, the landlord changed the locks and denied our team access to the premises. This means we are, with immediate effect, unable to honor any existing bookings, provide table service, or welcome you for the dining experience we love to create.
"We want to be unequivocally clear: We have always met our obligations, including rent and all bills. Our dedicated team has worked tirelessly, not just to serve exceptional food, but to build a community within our walls. Through the immense challenges of the hospitality economy, we fought to stay afloat, committed to our staff, our suppliers, and most of all, to you.
"Our hope now is to resolve this matter as quickly as possible. We remain committed to our dream and to serving you again."
The post continued: "From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your incredible support, your laughter that filled our dining room, and your loyalty. It has been our greatest honor to serve you.
"We will update you here as soon as we have more information. Please keep our team in your thoughts."
Cult favourite burger chain Burgerism given green light to open in Leeds suburb
Clementine Hall
An award-winning burger chain can now open a new branch in a Leeds suburb after plans have been agreed.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
Images: The Manc Group
Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meandwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
Burgerism's new takeaway will be near the famed Zucco restaurant and The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
The planning officer's report stated that the applicant must give sufficient details of extraction equipment to prevent the odour for people living above.
It read: “The application site relates to a vacant ground floor premises within a parade of three commercial units in a local town centre. Above the premises are three floors of purpose-built self-contained flats.”
A design report by Burgerism read: “The proposal will ensure the continued use of a vacant hot food takeaway and will support the continued viability of the town centre of Meanwood, with an exciting new operator in the market.”
The brand-new Burgerism would employ 15 people from the local area and would serve food between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, so you can get your Burgerism fix.
Sophie Smith -
17th April 2024 
