Wakefield FAQ
Quick answers to common questions about Wakefield — population, council, postcodes and who represents the town in Parliament. For practical guides on bins, planning and more, see the full Wakefield local guide.
Which council covers Wakefield?
Wakefield is covered by Wakefield Council, which is responsible for local services including bins, planning and housing.
Who is the MP for Wakefield?
Wakefield town centre falls in the Wakefield and Rothwell constituency, represented by Simon Lightwood (Labour (Co-op)).
What areas does Wakefield Gazette cover?
We cover Wakefield, Town centre, Surrounding villages, and the surrounding area.
More about Wakefield
- Bin collection days in Wakefield
- Planning applications in Wakefield
- Reporting a pothole in Wakefield
- School term dates in Wakefield
- More on Wakefield's MP, contact details and expenses
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