A Calderdale resident is paying the price for fly-tipping in the borough, after he was made to pay a substantial fine at Halifax Magistrates Court. Peter Marshall from Southowram was seen dumping waste on land at Beacon Hill Road in Halifax on 8 July 2015. A member of the public reported him to the Council’s… read more … about Fly-tipping – catching the culprits>>
A major milestone in the rebuilding of Elland Bridge in Calderdale is underway, with its new arch being lifted into place to make the new bridge much stronger and more resilient. This marks the start of the final stages of the work by Calderdale Council and the Canal & River Trust to reopen the former… read more … about New arch takes shape at iconic Elland Bridge>>
Calderdale Council is imposing financial penalties on SUEZ recycling and recovery UK due to ongoing issues with waste and recycling collections in Calderdale. Since the new service started on 1 August 2016 there have been a number of problems, and although collections are getting back on track, the number of missed collections in some areas… read more … about Tackling waste and recycling issues>>
Creating cleaner streets and green spaces was the focus of a recent day of action to tackle litter and fly-tipping in Lee Mount, Halifax. Last week Calderdale Council went on a mission to clean up residential areas after local people raised concerns about large amounts of litter and household waste being left on the streets… read more … about Keeping Calderdale clean and tidy>>
It’s time for new beginnings, with Calderdale students back in the classroom for the new term, and flood-affected schools getting back to normal after tireless efforts to get back on their feet. Inspiring stories of sheer determination and community spirit have been widespread across Calderdale since the Boxing Day 2015 floods, and that includes the… read more … about Back to school in Calderdale>>
The Leader of Calderdale Council has reacted with disappointment to the publication of the Government’s National Flood Resilience Review. The review was set up after devastating floods hit the North of England in December 2015, including significant damage to homes, businesses and the highways network across the Calder Valley. The Government commissioned the review to… read more … about Calderdale disappointed by national flood review>>
Smoking outside council buildings could soon be banned, as part of Calderdale Council’s work to help reduce smoking rates and have positive impacts on people’s health and the environment. On Monday 12 September 2016, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet will consider recommendations from the Adults, Health and Social Care Scrutiny Panel: – To commit to the Breathe… read more … about Working towards a smoke-free Calderdale>>
Work to allow flood affected Scout Road in Mytholmroyd to reopen is now in its final stages as a safety fence is being installed, offering protection for those using or living on the road. Storm Eva on Boxing Day 2015 caused a landslip which blocked Scout Road. This led to the relocation of Scout Road… read more … about Work on Scout Road progresses>>
Calderdale Council and SUEZ recycling and recovery UK assure residents that they are doing everything they can to address any initial issues resulting from the launch of new waste and recycling services on 1 August 2016. Lots of improvements to waste and recycling collections have been made, which will bring long-term benefits for Calderdale. To… read more … about Waste and recycling services will bring long-term benefits for Calderdale>>
