People planning to stage cultural activities in support of the Tour de France can apply for funding from Bradford Council.

Organisations can apply for grants ranging from £500 to £1,000.

Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, executive member for culture and tourism, said: “We feel there is a lot of cultural talent in our district, and we want as many people as possible to feel involved in this once-in-a-lifetime event.”

E-mail bobsie.robinson@bradford.gov.uk to apply. The closing date is April 23.