Pay and display charges are being introduced at several of the remaining free car parks across Calderdale to contribute to the cost of keeping them clean and well maintained. These include car parks in Brighouse, West Vale, Ripponden, Mytholmroyd, King Cross and Todmorden. Councillor Barry Collins, Cabinet Member for Economy and Environment said: “We are… read more … about Calderdale car parks move to pay and display>>
An exciting opportunity to invest in Halifax town centre has arisen after Calderdale Council put Northgate House and the Central Library site up for sale. This large site offers retailers the chance to move into an area which has already seen major investment in the newly opened Broad Street Plaza. The Council is offering the… read more … about Up for sale – Northgate House and Halifax Central Library>>
A short breaks home in Halifax for children with learning or physical disabilities has had a makeover. The Linden Brook centre offers short stays for disabled children, to give parents and carers the opportunity to rest, assured that their child is in a safe and secure environment. The centre has recently undergone a massive transformation,… read more … about Council puts sparkle into Linden Brook>>
Work has started on the second phase of improving pedestrian facilities in Mytholmroyd. The scheme, funded by the Local Transport Plan, will see two raised pedestrian crossing points, one by the library and another on New Road near Church Street, also a road narrowing by the Shoulder of Mutton pub, a new pavement between the… read more … about Improvements for pedestrians in Mytholmroyd>>
Think Contraception’ – Young people are being reminded again of the importance of contraception which is part of the campaign to reduce teenage pregnancy rates. The ‘Think Contraception’ campaign encourages conversations about contraception and sexual health so that young people receive professional advice. Kathy McMahon from Calderdale’s School Nursing Team said: “It’s really important that… read more … about Think Contraception>>
Calderdale Council’s Governance and Business Committee is set to consider implementing the Living Wage to boost the wages of 390 workers. Councillor Tim Swift, Leader of Calderdale Council said: “The Living Wage is part of a national campaign to tackle poverty by making sure that people are paid enough to live on and that work… read more … about Earn a living wage for a day’s work>>
Plans for a brand new, state-of-the-art sixth form centre for students at Ravenscliffe High School could move a step closer next week. On Monday 8 July 2013, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet will consider the proposal to move Ravenscliffe sixth form to a new build in the Spring Hall area, just minutes from Halifax town centre. Ravenscliffe… read more … about Shaping the future of Ravenscliffe School>>
Calderdale Adult Learning service is opening a new room on Union Street where members of the public can walk in and gain information, advice and guidance about adult learning courses in Calderdale. The Council, along with other organisations such as CK Careers and Workwise, hope that the new room will provide a visible presence for… read more … about A New Door Opens for Learning>>
The countdown is on! As this year’s Tour de France gets off to a thrilling start in Corsica, Friday 5 July marks one year to go to the Yorkshire Grand Départ 2014. The excitement is building amongst cycling fans in Yorkshire, with many travelling to France for this year’s event. A corner of the team… read more … about Calderdale gears up for Tour de France>>
