Monthly Archives: August 2021

On A-level results day 2021, Cllr Adam Wilkinson, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Services, said: “Congratulations to all the Calderdale students receiving their A-Level results today.   “We are always impressed by the talent and hard work of the borough’s young people, but up against the huge challenges of the pandemic,… read more … about Congratulations to A-Level students!>>

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New images have been released giving people a first look inside a unique £13 million housing development for over 55s. The scheme, Railway Bridge View in Brighouse, will see the creation of 65 one and two bed apartments – most available for affordable rent but some through shared ownership – as well as a range… read more … about First look inside pioneering multi-million-pound housing project>>

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Work to create new pedestrian areas with benches, plants and trees around Brighouse town centre is now complete and local people are invited to share their feedback. New decking and seating areas are now in place on Commercial Street and by the canal side near Brighouse market. These new ‘parklet’ areas have transformed parts of… read more … about Have your say on new seating areas in Brighouse town centre>>

Brighouse parklet scheme

Calderdale Council’s work to tackle the climate emergency has received national recognition, as one of only 10 councils shortlisted in the Climate Response category of the prestigious LGC Awards. The awards, which are held annually by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC), recognise the best of local government innovation and service delivery. A record number of… read more … about Council’s climate response shortlisted for national award>>

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Residents in Calderdale are reminded to check their flood preparation plans and be aware of the risk of flash flooding during the summer months. The recent flooding in Germany, Belgium and parts of London has acted as a reminder of the dangers posed by flooding and demonstrates the ongoing effects of climate change. It remains… read more … about Be aware of the risk of flash flooding this summer>>

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