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Simon Armitage to mark 100 years of the BBC with special centenary poem
The Poet Laureate and University of Leeds Professor of Poetry has been commissioned by the BBC to examine the corporation from a ‘unique perspective’.
Gavin and Stacey and Father Ted stars heading to Ilkley Literature Festival 2022
The University of Leeds is an official partner of Ilkley Literature Festival, which has launched its 2022 programme.
Yorkshire dialect to be explored through rap, writing and art
Rap, art and writing workshops are being held to help hard-to-reach Yorkshire residents delve into their dialect.
Leeds academic says backlash against trans rights 'echoes the past'
A Leeds academic says recent political backlashes against trans rights are ‘echoes of the past’.
School of English research recognised by REF 2021
The REF 2021 results for English Language and Literature (UoA 27) show that the University of Leeds is a centre of excellence across English Studies, including Creative Writing and Theatre Studies.