The debate about how money received by local councils is divided and used to provide services probably doesn’t appear to be the most interesting conversation, but Calderdale Council hope that a new event taking place next week might make you re-consider that, and think about getting involved in the discussion. In a unique move, Calderdale… read more … about #AmbitionCalderdale – a new kind of budget conversation>>
Sent on behalf of the Association of West Yorkshire authorities There is one month left for members of the public, local businesses or interest groups to have their say in a Government consultation on proposals to establish a Combined Authority in West Yorkshire. The government is consulting on the plan to bring together responsibility for… read more … about Government consulting on plan for West Yorkshire Combined Authority>>
Businesses and community groups in Calderdale are invited to attend the Economy and Environment Scrutiny Panel on Wednesday 4 December, to give feedback and have their say about the Green Economy, and issues such as improving energy efficiency across the borough. Calderdale’s Council’s Economy and Environment Scrutiny Panel recently appointed the group to look at… read more … about Shaping the future of the Green Economy in Calderdale>>
Young people in Calderdale will have chance to learn practical outdoor skills and get valuable work experience to help them secure jobs in the countryside and construction sectors. As part of Calderdale Council’s ongoing commitment to reduce youth unemployment across the borough, its Grow Your Future team is launching a new pilot scheme, which offers… read more … about Great work experience in the great outdoors>>
Calderdale residents are being reminded to register to vote during the annual canvass of electors. In early October, more than 94,000 voter registration forms were sent out, one to every household in Calderdale. The forms are produced every year so that the Electoral Register can be updated before its publication. The Register lists everyone who… read more … about Remember to register (bunnies need not apply)>>
On Monday 11 November, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet agreed to a revised Council Tax Support scheme, with Members agreeing to a lower than first proposed reduction in Council Tax Support. Members discussed plans for the scheme for 2014/15. The proposals that we consulted on would have meant every household paying at least 29% of their Council… read more … about Council changes Council Tax Support scheme>>
Calderdale’s new state-of-the-art Customer First centre was officially opened by the Mayor of Calderdale on Wednesday 13 November. Council staff, councillors and people from a range of organisations gathered to celebrate the new centre, where local people can get help and advice from a team of dedicated customer service advisors, all under one roof instead… read more … about First customers enjoy new Customer First>>
Funding from Calderdale Council will help community groups give extra support to people who need advice about benefits, welfare rights and better ways to manage their money. In summer, the Council launched a £100,000 fund to help some of the poorest families in Calderdale manage the changes to the benefits system, following approval from Cabinet… read more … about Getting the support you need in tough times>>
This weekend’s World Cup rugby league match will provide a glorious climax to the first phase of Calderdale Council’s development of the Shay Stadium. Now we must look to the future. The Council is completely committed to ensuring that the stadium continues to thrive as a community venue, offering a secure base for our two… read more … about Future of the Shay Stadium>>
