There are less than two weeks until the voter registration deadline for upcoming local elections, and anyone wanting to vote must make sure they are election ready. The deadline to register to vote is midnight on 17 April. Voters can apply online at gov.uk/register-to-vote(external link). It takes just five minutes. Voters have a range of… read more … about Voters urged to check they’re election ready as deadline approaches>>
Eighteen Calderdale Council employees were recognised for a combined total of nearly 800 years of service at an event at Halifax Town Hall yesterday (Thursday 30 March). The Council’s Long Service Award Ceremony celebrated staff who have worked at the Council for 40+ years. This came after an event in January 2023 to recognise staff… read more … about Celebrating 800 years of service at Calderdale Council>>
‘Getting it right the first time, every time’ is the key customer promise as part of updated standards being presented to Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. The Council is committed to enhancing the service it provides for residents and customers, and work has been taking place to review the way services are delivered. An updated Customer Experience… read more … about Customer experience at the heart of new standards>>
Balancing the books to protect vital public services is the priority for the next financial year after the budget for 2023/4 was agreed at Budget Council on Monday 27 February 2023. Cllr Tim Swift, Leader of Calderdale Council said: “Yet again we are setting a budget in challenging circumstances. We continue to experience the impact… read more … about A strong and robust budget for the future>>
The Mayor of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority will attend the next meeting of the Council at Halifax Town Hall on Wednesday 15 February 2023. Tracy Brabin will provide an update on the delivery of the Combined Authority Mayoral Pledges and then receive questions from Councillors. Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, said: “I am… read more … about Combined Authority Mayor to attend Council>>
“On Monday we learned of the catastrophic earthquake which has devastated parts of southern Turkey and northern Syria. The images we are seeing on the news and the scale of this human tragedy is truly heart-breaking. “We know this will be an anxious time for some of our local families who may be waiting for… read more … about Statement from Cllr Tim Swift, Leader of Calderdale Council, regarding the earthquake disaster in Turkey and Syria:>>
The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) has now launched its third and final consultation on proposed changes to Parliamentary constituencies in England. A new map showing the potential changes to constituencies has now been published, allowing local people a final opportunity to have their say on proposals for their area. Significant changes have been made… read more … about Final chance to have your say on proposed changes to local constituencies>>
Calderdale Council faces severe financial pressures which will have an impact on delivery of proposed development projects across the borough. The challenges of rapid inflation, loss of income, uncertainly about funding local authorities will receive from Government and increased demand for services have made it necessary for the Council to review financial requirements for delivering… read more … about Impact of national financial crisis on Calderdale projects>>
A major new document showing how Calderdale Council will improve life for residents, businesses and visitors at a time of significant challenge, will be discussed at its next Cabinet meeting. On Monday 12 September, Cabinet Members will be asked to approve Calderdale Council’s Corporate Plan 2022-2024. The plan outlines how the Council, together with other… read more … about A plan to make life in Calderdale better for all>>
