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People in Calderdale are set to benefit from new initiatives to help them reach their potential, providing support and skills to access job opportunities or enable a return to work. Over 32% of people aged 16-64 in Calderdale are unable to work due to long-term health problems. This is higher than both the West Yorkshire… read more … about Funding supports people to have healthy working lives>>
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Press release from SUEZ A campaign to curb aggression against waste and recycling workers got underway this week as figures published by SUEZ recycling and recovery UK (SUEZ) revealed a worrying 42% increase in serious verbal and physical abuse by members of the public towards frontline staff ‘We Refuse Abuse’ will run throughout August to… read more … about ‘We Refuse Abuse’ campaign calls for end to Violence and Aggression Against waste staff>>
An innovative project to help restore Calderdale’s moorland areas and support the borough’s ambitious carbon reduction targets, has received national recognition. Calderdale Council has been named as a finalist in the APSE Service Awards 2025, in the category of Best Climate Action or Decarbonisation Initiative. The awards celebrate excellence in public service, across 17 category areas,… read more … about National recognition for innovative nature project>>
Todmorden Library is fully reopening, with a special event to mark the occasion and celebrate the Victorian history of the building. The current library building in Todmorden opened in 1897, constructed by Todmorden Industrial and Co-operative Society. A huge celebration took place in the town for its opening. The town’s library has remained at this… read more … about Celebrating Todmorden Library’s fascinating heritage and thriving future>>
A popular Calderdale festival that restarted during the borough’s Year of Culture 2024 is back this weekend. People’s Park Festival of diverse cultures is returning to Halifax on Sunday 3 August, as a CultureDale(external link) legacy and a celebration of South Asian Heritage Month. From 11am to 8pm, a rich mix of film, food, performances… read more … about Major cultural festival returns to Calderdale>>
People who use vehicles in an anti-social or intimidating way can now be fined or even prosecuted, as a new legal tool has officially come into force across Calderdale. Calderdale Council has introduced a new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) banning vehicle-based anti-social behaviour throughout the borough, following a public consultation and Cabinet approval in… read more … about New powers to tackle vehicle-based anti-social behaviour>>
People are invited to share their thoughts on the development of planning documents that will support the response to the climate emergency in Calderdale. Calderdale Council is consulting on the Energy Efficiency and Generation Development Plan Document (DPD) and the accompanying Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report. This is the first stage in the preparation of the… read more … about Help shape an energy efficient future>>
North Halifax Partnership (NHP) is proud to announce the reopening of the Mixenden Activity Centre (MAC), a much-loved local space that has stood at the heart of the community for decades. Closed since 2018, the MAC will reopen under the management of NHP, with plans to transform the centre into a vibrant community hub shaped… read more … about MAC is Back: North Halifax Partnership to reopen Mixenden Activity Centre with the community at its heart>>
Following the tragic death of a child with measles in Liverpool, health services in Calderdale are urging local people to check that they and their children are vaccinated against the disease. Measles is an infection that spreads very easily through breath, coughs and sneezes. It can cause serious problems in some people, including pneumonia and… read more … about Measles – protecting ourselves, our families and our communities>>
