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Vehicles used by Calderdale Council are now being powered by cleaner, renewable fuels, as the Council leads the way in its efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the borough. The Council has around 200 vehicles in its fleet, ranging from small vans to minibuses and larger caged vehicles. Over 40 of these are fully electric… read more … about A gear change in reducing carbon emissions from Council vehicles>>
Other news
Halifax is once again flying the Purple Flag, as the town has been awarded the prestigious accreditation for the fifteenth year running. Purple Flag is the gold standard for town centres, like Green Flag for parks and Blue Flag for beaches. The award scheme recognises excellence in the management of the evening and nighttime economy…. read more … about Fifteen years flying the Purple Flag>>
People in Calderdale can have their say on a proposed new legal tool to limit the anti-social use of vehicles across the borough. Calderdale Council has a Community Protection Team dedicated to improving quality of life for residents and visitors. It has a number of Public Space Protection Orders(external link) (PSPOs) which give legal powers… read more … about Clamping down on vehicle-based anti-social behaviour>>
A new web resource is helping local people to find out more information about the opportunities available to support adults in Calderdale, all in one place. The Community Information Directory(external link) has been developed by Calderdale Council, in partnership with local health and community partners. This free, interactive resource is a searchable directory which brings… read more … about New directory provides one-stop-shop for local opportunities>>
It’s not every day you get to scale the heights of the world’s tallest folly, but for Calderdale’s Andrew Bull, it’s just a normal day in his volunteering role at the 253-feet-high Wainhouse Tower. Andrew’s role as Tourism and Heritage Volunteer at the iconic Tower in Halifax is one of the newer and more distinctive… read more … about Volunteering reaches a new high in Calderdale>>
The project to build the new leisure centre for Halifax town centre is moving forward, as Calderdale Council has appointed a contractor to focus on the final designs, costings and programme ahead of construction. The Council is delivering the new leisure centre in a central location, at North Bridge in Halifax. The project has been… read more … about Final design stage for Halifax Leisure Centre>>
Calderdale school students are busy rehearsing for a major musical performance with a world-renowned orchestra, as part of a CultureDale(external link) legacy project. Calderdale’s Year of Culture may be over, but it’s making a lasting impact, with young people continuing to take part in enriching cultural activities. On Sunday 15 June 2025 at 7.30pm, students… read more … about Year of Culture impact continues as world-famous orchestra and schools join forces>>
Calderdale could see 2,500 more hectares of trees and woodland, thanks to a new tree planting and management plan for North and West Yorkshire. The Council is being asked to support the White Rose Forest Strategic Plan (2025-50), as one of the partner organisations helping to deliver the work. Councillors will discuss the plan, and… read more … about Rooting for more tree planting in Calderdale>>
Work to further boost flood protection in Calderdale could soon be given the go ahead. At Calderdale Council’s next Cabinet meeting on Monday 2 June 2025, Councillors will be asked to accept external grants worth nearly £2 million to strengthen flood defences and reduce the impacts of flooding in areas most at risk. The proposed… read more … about Boosting flood protection in Calderdale>>
