Calderdale Council is about to launch a transformation programme for its various markets, by investing over £500k in roof repairs at Todmorden Market Hall and Halifax Borough Market. The roofs of both markets are in varying states of disrepair. Work will start first at Halifax Borough Market, from Monday 3 April and is scheduled to last… read more … about Making markets fit for the future>>
Calderdale Council has launched a new scheme to help keep local people safe when getting a tattoo. The licensing and environmental health teams have set up the Tattoo Hygiene Rating Scheme to help people find registered tattooists in Calderdale that meet high standards of hygiene and professionalism. Calderdale has seen an increase in the number… read more … about New tattoo hygiene rating scheme to help protect local people>>
The first 1000 days of life are the most important in a child’s development according to a new report published by Calderdale Council. The Calderdale Public Health Annual Report 2016 focuses on the earliest stages of a child’s life, from conception to their second birthday, and explores how to make sure they thrive. All Directors… read more … about From womb to world in Calderdale>>
The future of Todmorden College will be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet at the next meeting on Monday 3 April 2017. The college, which is owned by Calderdale Council, is a 1950s building which does not meet modern standards of construction and would cost an estimated £750,000 to bring up to an acceptable level. It… read more … about Cabinet considers Todmorden College’s future>>
Calderdale Council is currently considering the next phase of its approach to the delivery of supplies and services that maintain its buildings. At the meeting of Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on Monday 3 April, Members will review a number of delivery options, taking account of cost, quality and, importantly, the impact on the local economy. This… read more … about Delivering services locally>>
People are being invited to give their views on proposals by CityConnect to improve the towpath of the Calder & Hebble Navigation. Proposals for improvements to the 2km stretch of towpath between Bridge 1 at Sowerby Bridge Basin and Hollas Lane Bridge include, resurfacing, widening where possible, relaying of coping stones where they have become… read more … about Calder and Hebble towpath project consultation underway>>
Sports pitches in Calderdale could be transformed as a new Playing Pitch Strategy is discussed at Calderdale Council’s meeting of Cabinet. There are over 400 playing fields across Calderdale, dedicated to a variety of different sports. These pitches vary in quality and some areas of the borough are lacking in facilities. To ensure the provision… read more … about Bringing sport to local people>>
Cycling around Calderdale could soon be a lot easier, as members discuss the introduction of a Calderdale Cycling Strategy. Cycling is a popular activity in Calderdale, with participation rates for the sport 14% higher than the Yorkshire or national average. However, using cycling as a method of commuting or as a mode of travel for… read more … about Cycling boost for Calderdale>>
Calderdale Interfaith Council, Calderdale Council of Mosques and Calderdale Council stand together in condemning the attack outside the Houses of Parliament in London which took place yesterday. Our thoughts are with the families and friends who have lost loved ones and we pray that those who are injured make a speedy recovery. Our thoughts are… read more … about Joint statement on behalf of Calderdale Interfaith Council, Calderdale Council of Mosques and Calderdale Council on the terrorist incident in London>>
