Trams will make Elland Road feel like it's at heart of our city centre

Leeds United's redeveloped Elland Road stadium will feel like it's in the city centre if a proposed tram link is developed, according to the city's chief executive.

- by Graham Smyth

Ed Whiting's comments follow on from Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin recently insisting that the public want a tram to connect the city centre and Elland Road.

Mr Whiting, who was appointed to the role of CEO for Leeds City Council in January after Tom Riordan stepped down, is a Leeds native and describes himself as a 'long-time' supporter of Leeds United.

In an interview with Insider he said the club was a focal point for the three-day UKREiiF property conference.

"We had a fantastic event with Leeds United and bringing the football club forward as part of the development of the city," he said.