Calderdale Council has set up a series of flood roadshows for residents and business owners in Calderdale as part of their flood support programme to help affected towns recover after the Boxing Day floods. Five drop-in sessions will take place across the Calder Valley, giving people the opportunity to find out what plans are… read more … about Pop in to your local flood roadshow>>
Local sport and fitness providers – from clubs and gyms to small walking groups – are invited to a free workshop to get support to create even more activities and help local people find out about them. An informal ‘Calderdale sports club development evening’ is being held by Calderdale Council and West Yorkshire Sport to… read more … about More activities for more people>>
Total funding from West Yorkshire Combined Authority to help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) across Leeds City Region recover from the effects of recent flooding has been confirmed at £5m. At their meeting today, West Yorkshire Combined Authority members approved £3.6m for the Business Flood Recovery Fund from the 2016/17 Leeds City Region Growth… read more … about Combined Authority confirms £5m for Leeds City Region Business Flood Recovery Fund>>
Saturday 6 February is National Libraries Day and Calderdale libraries are giving families the chance to celebrate by holding a range of free activities across the borough. From quizzes and crafts to exhibitions and piano performances, there’s something for everyone.Todmorden Library will be celebrating 120 years at the heart of town life with displays about… read more … about Fun for all the family on National Libraries Day>>
Up to £1.5 million is available for people across Leeds City Region finding it hard to heat their homes or make energy efficiencies to their property this winter. Fully funded central heating systems and insulation measures such as lofts, cavities and attic rooms are available to help people save money and provide warmer, heathier homes… read more … about £1.5 million to support people in Leeds City Region to warm their homes>>
Local people will have the opportunity to discuss the development plans in their area at six Local Plan workshops which have been set up by Calderdale Council. The workshops will be held at six venues across Calderdale to give residents the chance to help shape the Council’s Local Plan. Each workshop will include exercises and… read more … about Sign up to a Local Plan workshop>>
Hebden Bridge Market has been crowned one of Britain’s best markets in a prestigious national competition. The popular market has been namedBest Small Outdoor Market in the Great British Market Awards run by the National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA). Cllr Barry Collins, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development, said: “This… read more … about Hebden Bridge Market is one of Britain’s best>>
Drivers in Calderdale are being advised that a section of Burdock Way (A629) in Halifax will be closed for urgent repair works this weekend. The Burdock Way flyover at the junction with King Cross Street will be closed from 8pm on Saturday 6 February until 8pm on Sunday 7 February 2016. A recent routine inspection… read more … about Burdock Way to be closed for repairs>>
Calderdale Council has appointed Paul Cobbing as the Independent Chair of the Calderdale Floods Commission. Paul is the Chief Executive of the National Flood Forum, a national charity dedicated to supporting and representing communities and individuals at risk of flooding. Calderdale Council’s Leader, Cllr Tim Swift, said: “Paul is the ideal candidate for the role… read more … about Cobbing takes the Chair for the Calderdale Floods Commission>>
