Work to allow for an increase in specialist school places in Calderdale, is being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet. The shortage of specialist school placements is a national issue and one which is reflected locally. Calderdale currently has a shortfall in provision for pupils with special needs and is increasingly required to allocate specialist places… read more … about Supporting specialist education provision in Calderdale>>
Halifax Bus Station will soon be home to the first in a series of artistic installations showcasing the unique heritage and culture of Halifax, as part of a new trail around the town. The ‘Art and About’ trail is part of Future High Streets Fund work in Halifax, funded by the Government and being delivered… read more … about Getting Art and About with new creative trail>>
New planning guidance is set to be consulted on, to ensure new housing developments have enough high-quality open space and recreational facilities to support residents’ health and wellbeing. Calderdale’s Local Plan, which was adopted in March 2023, sets out how much open space, and facilities for sport and recreation, is needed in new housing developments… read more … about Protecting open spaces in Calderdale>>
On GCSE results day, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Services, Cllr Adam Wilkinson, said: “Congratulations to everyone receiving their GCSE results today. It’s a nerve-wracking time, but I hope that our young people are able to celebrate this milestone moment and are looking forward to their next steps, whether that’s further… read more … about GCSE results day in Calderdale>>
A lighter, brighter Halifax Borough Market has now been revealed, as the scaffolding is removed, marking the completion of major works to the building’s roof. The Grade II* listed Halifax Borough Market is being transformed, with £4.5 million from the Government’s Future High Streets Fund being used to update the Victorian market, helping to secure… read more … about Completion of roof marks high point in market transformation>>
The latest plans to improve transport links for Elland, including updates on the planned new rail station and new walking and cycling routes, will be available to view at an upcoming information event in the town. The new rail station for Elland is being delivered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, in partnership with Calderdale… read more … about Find out more about plans for Elland Rail Station and improved access routes>>
A programme of seed harvesting is helping to create and maintain healthy grasslands in Calderdale. Calderdale Council’s Parks and Countryside Teams, in collaboration with dedicated local volunteers, have been taking part in work to hand-harvest seeds from vital wildflower plants. Working with local landowners, teams have been collecting seeds from wildflower plants including yellow rattle…. read more … about Wildflower work supports healthy grasslands>>
As exam results are released for those studying A levels, AS levels, T levels, vocational and technical qualifications, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Services, Cllr Adam Wilkinson, said: “Congratulations to all those receiving their results for A levels, AS levels, T levels, vocational and technical qualifications today. I hope that lots of people… read more … about Results day in Calderdale>>
Calderdale Council will mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) on Friday 15 August 2025. Whilst VE Day (Victory in Europe) marked the end of the war in Europe in May 1945, many thousands of Armed Forces personnel were still involved in fighting in the Far East. VJ Day marks the anniversary of… read more … about Celebrating and commemorating VJ Day>>
