New cycle storage is now in place in Mytholmroyd, offering nearby residents the chance to store bikes safely and conveniently. As part of priority work to support active travel and help tackle the climate emergency, Calderdale Council has offered residents the chance to register interest in having a cycle hangar installed for local people to… read more … about New storage helping residents to get on their bike>>
Moving around the Skircoat area of Calderdale should soon be more pleasant, safe and convenient, as final proposals are agreed to improve streets around the ward. Skircoat is a residential area to the south of Halifax that includes large parks, local retail centres and the Calderdale Royal Hospital. Calderdale Council has secured funding from Active… read more … about Skircoat active travel plans get moving>>
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>>
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>>
