Bradford is bidding to be UK City of Culture 2025. The UK City of Culture title has had a transformational impact on previous host cities, securing millions of pounds of investment and acting as a catalyst for creative place-making and culture-led regeneration. Bradford’s bid is backed by Bradford Metropolitan District Council with the University of Bradford as a strategic partner. The bid is driven by a newly formed Cultural Place Partnership which includes Bradford Metropolitan District Council, the University of Bradford, Bradford College, Bradford-based live arts company, The Brick Box, other representatives of the cultural sector and national funders. The Cultural Place Partnership is chaired by Leader of Bradford Council, Susan Hinchcliffe and the UK City of Culture bid chaired by artist, producer and TV presenter, Shanaz Gulzar.