Monthly Archives: February 2026

The future of travel in Calderdale and the wider West Yorkshire region is being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet, as members consider two new documents to guide decision-making and investment in transport at a local and regional level. As the strategic transport authority for the region, the West Yorkshire Combined Authority must develop and regularly… read more … about Shaping the future of travel in Calderdale and beyond>>

Cllr Sarah Courtney, Calderdale Council's Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Transport

The next steps in the £2.56million Active Todmorden project are taking shape, with work beginning soon on improving part of the National Cycle Network Route 66, known locally as ‘Tipside’. The Active Todmorden project is one part of the £17.5million Todmorden Town Deal regeneration programme, which is funded by the UK Government and is being… read more … about Active Todmorden project gets moving>>

Cllr Sarah Courtney outside Halifax Town Hall

Last week we heard the sad news of the death of Councillor Mrs Geraldine Carter.   To mark the exceptional civic contribution of our Deputy Mayor for the Borough of Calderdale, we will fly the Union Flag at half-mast at Halifax Town Hall from tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February 2026, until our next Full Council meeting,… read more … about Honouring Cllr Mrs Geraldine Carter and Cllr David Kirton>>

Union flag at half mast

News release issued on behalf of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority in partnership with Calderdale Council People, businesses and developers across Calderdale and West Yorkshire are being asked for their views on how the regional  proposed Mass Transit system would best support economic growth and development across West Yorkshire. Calderdale is one of the five West… read more … about Region-wide consultation asks how best to maximise benefits of Mass Transit system>>

Image showing older person and child on a bus with text How could Mass Transit support regeneration and growth in West Yorkshire?