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The West Yorkshire mayoral election explained

Voters across West Yorkshire will go to the polls to elect the region's first ever mayor on 6 May.

The new mayor will be given extra money for the region and have powers over transport, adult education, policing and housing.

BBC Yorkshire political editor James Vincent explains what it means for the region.

11 March 2021

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Fire crews from across West Yorkshire tackled the fire at the former school in Dewsbury.

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The baby was found at the Three Horse Shoes in Oulton just before 17:00 GMT on Sunday.

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Pilots battle strong winds to land safely at Leeds Bradford Airport during Storm Isha on Sunday.

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CCTV captures moment car crashes into shop window

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The ex-Leeds Rhinos player completes his latest fundraising challenge for people affected by MND.

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