Leeds City Council reveal Leeds United promotion tribute plans as statement released — Leeds Live 22/4/25

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The Council is getting involved with the Leeds United promotion celebrations throughout this week

Leeds City Council has announced that its Civic Hall and other council buildings across the city will be lit up in white, yellow and blue colours this week to celebrate Leeds United ’s promotion to the Premier League.

Easter Monday marked the first time the Whites had gained promotion to the Premier League with fans present inside of stadiums. The celebrations of 2020 took place during the Covid pandemic, when spectators were barred from matches.

Supporters are making sure to make up for lost time this year, and the City Council will light its buildings in club colours for the rest of the working week, aside from Wednesday when St George's Day will be marked.

In a statement, Councillor James Lewis, leader of Leeds City Council, said: "Leeds United’s return to the Premier League is fantastic news and, on behalf of the council, I want to send our warmest congratulations to everyone at the club.

“As an Elland Road season ticket holder myself, I know how much promotion will mean to the fans, not just here in Leeds but right around the world.

“Supporting Leeds has plenty of ups and downs, and days like today are a fitting reward for all those who continue to march on together in their thousands even when times are tough.

“Leeds’s players, coaching staff, directors and the many, many unsung heroes behind the scenes at Elland Road should feel very proud of what they have achieved.

“A special mention, of course, must go to Daniel Farke, who now stands alongside the legendary likes of Don Revie, Howard Wilkinson and Marcelo Bielsa as a manager who has guided Leeds into the top flight of English football.

“The profile and publicity that comes with the Premier League’s huge global appeal can also bring wider economic benefits to Leeds as a whole while showcasing it as a wonderful place to live, work and visit.

“This, therefore, is a great day for Leeds, both on and off the pitch. Congratulations once again to Daniel and his players, they've put the club back where it belongs and put smiles on countless faces. Roll on next season!”

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