Aisha Iqbal

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'If we get the assisted dying law wrong, some groups will be collateral damage'Aisha iqbalBBC News, Bradford Political ReporterBBCDr Jamilla Hussain says investment in culturally sensitive and educational support is important"Death is a very, very sensitive issue.

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Group flee Israel as conflict with Iran escalatesAisha IqbalBBC News, Bradford Political ReporterBBCBana Gora, pictured in 2019, is among a group of people who have fled IsraelA group of about 45 people from Bradford say they have been "abandoned" by the UK government after being caught amid escalating military action between Israel and Iran. The group, led by the Muslim Women's Council, travelled to Jerusalem on 9 June for a spiritual visit to Al-Aqsa Mosque and to promote peace.

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Bhangra daytimers pioneers reunite for legacy gigAisha IqbalAisha Iqbal/BBCOriginal daytimers artists and DJs will be part of the legacy eventIn 1980s Bradford, hundreds of young people would skip school or college to see their favourite bands and DJs at nightclubs hired for the afternoon, as Bhangra music swept across the UK. The events, known as "daytimers", were often held in secret and paved the way for the growing popularity of afternoon discos.

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In 1980s Bradford, hundreds of young people would skip school or college to see their favourite bands and DJs at nightclubs hired for the afternoon, as Bhangra music swept across the UK. The events, known as "daytimers", were often held in secret and paved the way for the growing popularity of afternoon discos. But for a whole generation who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, they were taboo-smashing, trailblazing spaces for proud self-expression, confidence and unity.

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Aisha Iqbal

'Hour's free parking is vital for town businesses'Aisha IqbalBBC News, Yorkshire (Political Reporter)Aisha Iqbal/BBCTourists John and Alison Marriott said having to pay more for parking would have an impact on how often they visited IlkleyShoppers and business owners in Ilkley are urging officials to rethink plans to scrap a permitted hour of free parking in the town due to fears its removal will drive visitors away.