Deadlines have now been removed for applications to Calderdale Council’s Repair and Renew grant for owners of residential and business premises affected by the Boxing Day Flood in the Calder Valley. Timescales for the applications have now been lifted, however, funds from the government are limited and people wanting to make an application should register… read more … about Deadline lifted for funding to protect your home or business>>
From Monday 7 March Calderdale Council will introduce a new improved on line application form, for people who wish to claim help with their rent and/or Council Tax. All new claims must be completed using these electronic forms which will be available at http://www.calderdale.gov.uk/v2/residents/council-tax-and-benefits/benefits. Reporting changes in circumstance will also be available online soon Calderdale… read more … about Changes to applying online>>
There’s still time for flood affected residents and businesses to apply for financial support from Calderdale Council. Since the December floods, over 1000 households and over 500 businesses have received money from the Council, but there are still more people affected than have claimed. The Leader of Calderdale Council, Cllr Tim Swift, said: “Since the… read more … about Don’t lose out on flood support>>
People in Calderdale, who have a blue badge which has expired or is no longer valid, are being given the opportunity to hand in their badge without facing penalty. From Monday 22 February until Friday 4 March, Calderdale Council is hosting a blue badge amnesty, where people can hand in invalid blue badges to any… read more … about Blue badge amnesty>>
One month on from the shocking floods in Calderdale, the total value of business grants approved by the Council has hit the £1million mark. The flooding on Boxing Day affected businesses all over the borough, with an estimated 1635 businesses suffering from flood damage, and many still closed. A number of these businesses have been… read more … about Business grants total £1 million>>
Calderdale Council has announced that a Repair and Renew grant is now available for properties affected by the floods on Boxing Day 2015. Up to £5,000 can be claimed for work that will help to protect buildings against future flooding. This can be for work which will help to reduce flood damage, or which will… read more … about Council announces further fund to prevent future flood damage>>
As residents and businesses in flood hit areas of Calderdale recover from the devastating floods of Boxing Day, Calderdale Council is offering advice for making insurance claims and ensuring reputable contractors are hired for any building work needed. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development, Cllr Barry Collins, said: “Knowing how to claim… read more … about Advice on insurance and repairs following flooding>>
Communities across Calderdale are continuing the recovery effort after the devastating flooding in Calderdale on Boxing Day 2015. The terrible impact of these floods has been shocking, and Calderdale Council is doing all it can within available resources to help communities return to normal. One of the ways the Council is helping is by providing… read more … about Funding for residents affected by flooding>>
Joint press release issued by Calder Valley Flood Support Hebden Bridge Town Hall flood services are being driven by Hebden Bridge Community Association, Calderdale Council, the Environment Agency and the goodwill of local and far flung volunteers. David Browning from Hebden Bridge Community Association says: ‘We’re proud our local Town Hall is working brilliantly to… read more … about Pulling together>>
