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Tourism in Leeds is estimated to support over 20,000 full time equivalent jobs, and on average Leeds attracts around 1.5 million people annually who stay overnight, plus a further 10 million who visit on day trips. Visitors from across the UK and Europe to the city bring in nearly £735 m into the local economy each year.
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