Over £2.5million of funding has been secured to support improvements to popular walking and cycling routes in Calderdale, including work along the canal between Todmorden and Luddendenfoot. Calderdale Council has been successful in its bid for funding to support improvements to active travel routes in the borough. The funding received is part of the fifth… read more … about Funding boost for canal improvement work>>
Calderdale’s Health and Wellbeing Board has outlined new action to help every child start school ready to learn and thrive – making sure they have the best possible start in life. The Calderdale Health and Wellbeing Board is made of up local leaders from the Council, the NHS, the voluntary and community sector and clinical… read more … about Working together to give babies and children the best start in life>>
An exciting new chapter has begun in Calderdale’s story, and everyone can play a part. Vision 34 for Calderdale is an inspiring, long-term ambition for the whole borough that all residents and organisations can jointly work towards, to help make life better for everyone. Over 200 people saw the launch of the Vision at Calderdale… read more … about Building hope through new 10-year vision for Calderdale>>
Funding is now available for community and voluntary groups in Calderdale providing advice and practical help for residents facing pressures with the cost of living. Reducing inequalities is one of Calderdale Council’s priorities, with a key focus of supporting residents who may be struggling with the cost of living. The Council works closely alongside partners… read more … about Grants for cost of living support>>
Calderdale Council welcomes the announcement from Government that there will be a national inquiry into child sexual exploitation and grooming gangs in England and Wales. The inquiry follows recommendations from a review carried out by Baroness Casey, examining data and evidence on the nature and scale of group-based child sexual abuse. Calderdale Council takes the… read more … about Council response to national inquiry and report into grooming gangs>>
Ambitious plans to make it more pleasant to walk, wheel and cycle around Todmorden have now been revealed. The £2.56million Active Todmorden project aims to create healthier communities by enabling everyone to walk, wheel or cycle for everyday journeys and improving access to the town’s attractions, whilst maintaining a welcoming and attractive area. This is… read more … about Step forward for Active Todmorden plans>>
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>>
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>>
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>>
