Plans to build on Calderdale’s bumper tourism figures and develop the area as a distinctive, must-see destination will be discussed by the Council’s Cabinet on Monday 15 April. Tourism makes a significant contribution to the local economy. It’s worth a massive £344 million – £96 million more than in 2010 – and supports around 5000… read more … about Calderdale – the place to be>>
Accessibility at Todmorden train station is set to improve, as funding has been secured for a major upgrade, from the Department for Transport’s Access for All programme. Calderdale Council, Todmorden Town Council, Todmorden Development Board, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Network Rail worked together to bid for the grant. Their success was confirmed on Thursday… read more … about Todmorden rail access improvements will be just the ticket>>
The fascinating life of Anne Lister will be honoured by a blue plaque at Shibden Hall, Halifax. The plaque will be unveiled on a very special day – Wednesday 3 April 2019 – which is the diarist’s 229th birthday. A blue plaque is a permanent sign installed in a public place to commemorate a link… read more … about Blue plaque tribute to Anne Lister>>
A range of Calderdale organisations joined the Mayor of Calderdale, Cllr Marcus Thompson, at Halifax Town Hall this afternoon to launch a joint statement condemning the terrorist attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, last Friday. A minute’s silence will be held before tonight’s Cabinet meeting at 6pm. The joint statement builds on a shared commitment to… read more … about Joint statement in response to the tragic events in Christchurch>>
The Leader of Calderdale Council, Cllr Tim Swift said: “Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with everyone affected by the horrendous terrorist attack against Muslim worshippers at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand today. “I know our communities will be thinking of those who have lost their lives and that they will pray for those… read more … about Calderdale Council media statement in response to the terrorist attack in New Zealand>>
An update on the potential local impacts of the UK’s exit from the European Union, and Calderdale Council’s work to mitigate risks, will be discussed at the next Cabinet meeting on Monday 18 March. The Council continues to work with other organisations to do everything possible to get ready for the UK leaving the EU… read more … about Getting ready for Brexit>>
A memorial bench dedicated to Hilda Baruch, a committed advocate of women’s rights, has been moved to Halifax Town Hall. The bench was previously located at Manor Heath Park, but has now been moved to the Town Hall. On Friday 8 March, International Women’s Day, the Mayor of Calderdale, Cllr Marcus Thompson rededicated the bench… read more … about Memorial bench rededicated on International Women’s Day>>
Calderdale Council’s approach to working with children and families has been recognised as an example of success in a major national article about children’s social care. This comes after Calderdale was recently ranked as one of the top 10 councils in the country for adult social care. Yvette Stanley, National Director of Social Care, has… read more … about National recognition for Children’s Services>>
A new Employment Hub has launched as part of Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership’s (the LEP) commitment to address current and future skills shortages in the region. The free programme will engage over 6,000 young people over three years, with support to get them into further learning, self-employment, employment or an apprenticeship. The free service… read more … about Employment Hub launched in Leeds City Region>>
