Understanding Local Responsibilities – Who to Contact
Collingham with Linton Parish Council is often contacted by residents regarding local issues. To help ensure matters are reported to the correct organisation, the following guide explains the roles of the Parish Council, Leeds City Council, and West Yorkshire Police, and how to report issues effectively.
Leeds City Council – Principal Authority
Leeds City Council is the main local authority responsible for delivering most public services in the area.
Residents should report the following directly to Leeds City Council:
- Potholes and road repairs
- Street lighting faults on adopted roads
- Bin collections and recycling issues
- Planning applications and decisions
- Environmental health concerns (including noise, pests, and pollution)
- Public housing and tenancy issues
- Public parks, trees, and green spaces (council-managed land)
- Highways and transport matters
Report issues to Leeds City Council:
West Yorkshire Police – Crime, Safety and Speeding
West Yorkshire Police are responsible for matters relating to crime, safety, and enforcement.
Residents should contact the police for:
- Speeding concerns and dangerous driving
- Anti-social behaviour (ASB)
- Criminal activity or suspicious behaviour
- Parking issues causing obstruction or danger where enforcement is required
- Public safety concerns
Report to West Yorkshire Police:
Non-emergency contact:
101
Emergency (immediate danger):
999
Collingham with Linton Parish Council – Local Representation
The Parish Council is the first tier of local government and focuses on very local matters within the parish.
The Council is responsible for:
- Managing parish-owned land and facilities, including Jubilee Field and Glebe Field
- Maintenance of benches, bins, noticeboards, and other parish assets
- Supporting community events and local initiatives
- Representing residents’ views in discussions with Leeds City Council and other authorities
- Commenting on planning applications affecting the parish (as a statutory consultee only)
The Parish Council does not deliver statutory services such as waste collection, highways maintenance, planning decisions, or policing.
When to Contact the Parish Council
Residents are encouraged to contact the Parish Council regarding:
- Issues relating to parish-owned land or facilities
- Suggestions for local improvements
- Community events or volunteering opportunities
- Local concerns that may require escalation to Leeds City Council or other bodies
- General enquiries about council meetings or decisions
Email: clerk@collinghamlintonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Working Together
In some cases, it may not be immediately clear who is responsible for an issue. As a general rule:
- Roads, bins, planning and council services are Leeds City Council
- Crime, speeding and anti-social behaviour are West Yorkshire Police
- Parish facilities and local community matters are Parish Council responsibilities
If unsure, residents are welcome to contact the Parish Council, who can advise or help direct the issue appropriately.
Summary
- Leeds City Council = services and statutory decisions
- West Yorkshire Police = crime, safety and enforcement
- Parish Council = local representation and community assets
Together, these organisations support the needs of residents across Collingham and Linton.