People who keep birds and poultry must keep them indoors to limit the spread of avian influenza. Commonly known as bird flu, avian influenza is a disease which is currently affecting the health of birds across the UK. Over the last year, there have been more than 200 confirmed cases, making this the largest outbreak… read more … about Keep birds indoors to prevent the spread of disease>>
A new policy to ensure that car parking in Calderdale meets the needs of all users and supports the Council’s priorities is being discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. Having the right amount of parking in the right locations and at the right price is important to help the local economy thrive. The parking strategy being… read more … about Managing parking in Calderdale>>
The Calderdale Flood Action Plan is six years old this October. To acknowledge this important milestone, Calderdale Council and its partners are reflecting on progress since 2016 as part of a resilience-themed social media takeover week. The plan was created following the floods of Boxing Day 2015. It sets out the actions to support recovery… read more … about Celebrating resilience on the anniversary of the Calderdale Flood Action Plan>>
“The devastating flooding in Pakistan is a huge catastrophe and it’s heart-breaking to see the death toll numbers continue to rise and the destruction of vast swathes of this beautiful country. Our thoughts and prayers are with the millions of people in Pakistan affected by the disaster and all those with friends or family in the… read more … about Joint media statement issued on behalf of Calderdale Interfaith and Calderdale Council of Mosques, in response to the flooding in Pakistan>>
In response to the devastating flooding in Pakistan, Calderdale Council’s Deputy Leader, Cllr Jane Scullion, said: “The devastating scenes we’re seeing in Pakistan are truly shocking, with catastrophic flooding in the country already claiming the lives of over a thousand people, and an additional 6 million in desperate need. Hearing that an area the size… read more … about Calderdale Council media statement – Deputy Leader responds to Pakistan flooding>>
The final public consultation on Calderdale’s Local Plan covering changes known as ‘main modifications’ will begin on Friday 12 August 2022. Residents and businesses will have the chance to have their say about the changes during an eight-week consultation, which will close at 5pm on Friday 7 October 2022. In March 2022, the Council received… read more … about Last steps for the Local Plan>>
Farmers and landowners in Calderdale can now take advantage of a grant scheme to support them to create natural flood management (NFM) works upon their land. Calderdale Council, with support from the Environment Agency and the Woodland Trust, is offering up to £500,000 worth of grants to landowners in Calderdale, with the aim of helping… read more … about Grants available to support natural flood management>>
As West Yorkshire continues to experience a period of hot and dry weather, Calderdale Council is reminding residents of the associated risks, urging people to show kindness to each other and to the environment. The Met Office’s Fire Severity Index for West Yorkshire is rated as high or very high over the next few days… read more … about Showing kindness and consideration during the hot weather>>
A £75.5 million project, designed to improve travel for all modes of transport, on and around the A641 through Brighouse has moved a step closer, following further approvals from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Calderdale Council is working with the Combined Authority and in collaboration with Bradford and Kirklees councils, on plans to improve the… read more … about Moving forward with A641 improvement scheme>>
