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>>
Calderdale Council’s commitment to the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector (VCSE), has been recognised as part of the launch of the UK Government’s Civil Society Covenant. The Civil Society Covenant(external link) is a set of principles to build effective relationships between central and local government, and organisations such as voluntary, faith and community groups…. read more … about Supporting Calderdale’s thriving voluntary sector>>
A new hybrid pitch at the Shay Stadium in Halifax, built to FIFA standards, is now ready for kick-off. The mix of grass and synthetic material provides a high-quality surface, safeguarding the ongoing playing of football and rugby league at the stadium. Work to upgrade the pitch saw the old surface fully removed, and the… read more … about New Shay Stadium pitch to kick off season in style>>
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>>
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>>
