In response to the devastating situation in Afghanistan, Calderdale has pledged to support families fleeing persecution and conflict. Calderdale has a long tradition of welcoming refugees and asylum seekers from around the world, and is proud of its kindness, diversity and togetherness. Calderdale Council, in partnership with Migration Yorkshire, the Home Office and… read more … about Calderdale welcomes Afghan refugees>>
Calderdale Council is one of nearly 500 organisations to join the Root Out Racism movement being launched by West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership (WY&H HCP) and the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit (VRU). Kindness and togetherness are just some of the things that make Calderdale special. Since launching the Vision2024 for Calderdale… read more … about Calderdale Council joins anti-racism movement>>
Work to improve the magnificent ballroom at Todmorden Town Hall is now complete, with the addition of new acoustic panels and specialist redecoration. Todmorden Town Hall’s ballroom, with its richly ornamented ceiling and plasterwork, is one of the focal points of the Grade I listed building. The room has held a variety of impressive events over… read more … about Town Hall improvements hit the right note>>
A vibrant new community facility for Mixenden will soon take a step forward, as Calderdale Council prepares to submit the planning application for the £3 million hub. The proposed hub is set to transform the heart of Mixenden, providing a GP surgery, pharmacy, library and community garden all on one site. Cllr Jane Scullion, Calderdale… read more … about Milestone for Mixenden Hub>>
Calderdale’s bold target to be carbon neutral by 2038, if not sooner, is in line with the findings of a landmark international study into the science behind climate change. A report published by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warns that more intense rainfall, flooding and extreme heatwaves could become a more… read more … about Calderdale’s path to zero carbon>>
On GCSE results day 2021, Cllr Adam Wilkinson, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Services, said: “Congratulations and well done to everyone getting their GCSE results today. “After a really difficult year, these results recognise the hard work and determination of young people to carry on and achieve. “The GCSE… read more … about Well done GCSE students!>>
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!>>
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>>
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>>
