Local businesses are being invited to a breakfast-time event to find out how they could benefit from a new business rate discount scheme, and to get expert advice on property development. Calderdale Council is introducing the discount to help businesses with their rates when building new premises or renovating sites that have fallen out of… read more … about A slice of business advice for breakfast>>
A Calderdale factory is celebrating after landing a lucrative contract with a major company. The ISCAL factory in Ovenden, Halifax is one of the country’s leading manufacturers of coasters, napkins and other tissue based products, and helps local people with disabilities move into employment. ISCAL already has a number of high profile customers including Harvey… read more … about ISCAL is flying high>>
Calderdale Council has launched a new web page giving residents and businesses access to local information that could make a difference to their lives and help create exciting new products and services. The web page provides ‘open data’ – free information published in an accessible format with a licence that allows anyone to access, use… read more … about Calderdale open for business>>
All taxi drivers and private hire licence holders in Calderdale will receive compulsory training on spotting and reporting signs of child sexual exploitation (CSE). Calderdale Council took the decision on the recommendation of its Licensing and Regulatory Committee. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Cllr Marcus Thompson said: “Safeguarding people is everyone’s business. As taxi… read more … about Taxi driver test helps keep kids safe>>
Savvy shoppers are being encouraged to visit Calderdale markets during Love Your Local Market fortnight for some great offers and unique events. Wednesday 13 to Wednesday 27 May is Love Your Local Market fortnight. Every year more than 1000 markets across the UK and Europe join forces to raise the profile of local markets in… read more … about Love your local market>>
7.30pm Tuesday 5th May 2015 Heritage Quay, Central Services Building, University of Huddersfield Members and guests of Huddersfield Civic Society are invited to attend a talk about the transformation of one of England’s most significant buildings – the Grade I listed Piece Hall in Halifax. Currently closed until Summer 2016 the Piece Hall… read more … about The Piece Hall Transformation Project and Piece Hall Trust>>
Businesses looking to expand or start up in Calderdale could be given a helping hand with their rates if a new discount scheme is approved by the Council’s Cabinet on Monday 13 April. This is the latest in a range of methods that the Council is using to boost business growth and create new jobs… read more … about Proposal to boost business through reduced rates>>
An exciting opportunity to invest in Halifax town centre has arisen as plans for the Northgate House and Central Library and Archive site take a major step forward. Calderdale Council has received a funding boost from the Leeds City Region to put towards the demolition of the two buildings, which are located next to each… read more … about Next steps for Northgate House and Halifax Central Library>>
Businesses are being reminded that support is available to help cut their business rates bills. Calderdale Council gives discounts to local businesses who qualify. There are several types of discount and the Council is urging businesses to get in touch to see if they are eligible. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Cllr Marcus Thompson,… read more … about Helping businesses with their rates bills>>
