The Christmas lights switch-on for Leeds was a virtual event this year but the lights were still switched on and the festive illuminations are twinkling this evening. Here are some of the best first pictures of the displays (Pics Steve Riding/JPI Media):
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Neon signs with messages will be hung over the street including the words of a poem by local creative writer Kate Ryrie. Photo: Steve Riding
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The greetings read: "Dear Leeds, we are your people; Past, present and future; Of big hearts and bigger minds; Exactly where you’re meant to be; A new year, your future’s in sight; Marching on together; Where tomorrow is ours; This is your time, love Leeds x." Photo: Steve Riding
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The installation is brought to the city by LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District), working with renowned design and infrastructure consultancy James Glancy Design, who specialise in festive lighting. Photo: Steve Riding