Category Archives: Economy

The latest plans to improve transport links for Elland, including updates on the planned new rail station and new walking and cycling routes, will be available to view at an upcoming information event in the town. The new rail station for Elland is being delivered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, in partnership with Calderdale… read more … about Find out more about plans for Elland Rail Station and improved access routes>>

Image of how the new Elland station could look

Calderdale Council’s commitment to the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector (VCSE), has been recognised as part of the launch of the UK Government’s Civil Society Covenant. The Civil Society Covenant(external link) is a set of principles to build effective relationships between central and local government, and organisations such as voluntary, faith and community groups…. read more … about Supporting Calderdale’s thriving voluntary sector>>

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

Calderdale Council employees have received national recognition for their role in providing residents with help and support about financial matters. As part of the Calderdale Anti-Poverty Partnership, the Council supports the Money and Pensions Service (MAPS) Money Guiders programme – a free Government Backed, City and Guilds recognised programme of training, which is designed for… read more … about Money talks to support a financially resilient Calderdale>>

Calderdale Money Guiders post with certificates at a recent celebration event

The new Halifax Bus Station will make it easier for people to travel by bus in Calderdale and beyond when it opens in full later this month. All 19 of the station’s bus stands will be ready from Sunday 21 July, with services which ran from stops in the town centre moving to the new… read more … about Halifax Bus Station to open in full later this month>>

Halifax bus station

A refreshed plan to support and develop Calderdale’s tourism offer, while preserving the qualities that make the borough special, is being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet on Monday 3 June 2024. Calderdale is a place that stands out for its breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The borough’s bustling towns and picturesque rural villages… read more … about Supporting thriving towns and tourism>>

Cllr Sarah Courtney outside Halifax Town Hall

Key infrastructure improvements in south east Calderdale are being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet at the meeting on Monday 11 March 2024. In line with the Council’s priority for thriving towns and places, the Cabinet will consider two reports relating to south east Calderdale, which aim to support economic growth, bring opportunities for local people… read more … about Progressing plans for south east Calderdale>>

Cllr Scott Patient outside Halifax Town Hall

Plans to transform travel and public spaces in and around Halifax town centre are moving forward, with Calderdale Council appointing the construction contractor to carry out the works.  The A629 Phase 2 Halifax town centre scheme is an ambitious regeneration project which is fully funded through the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s West Yorkshire-plus Transport Fund…. read more … about Contractor appointed for major Halifax town centre improvements>>

Cllr Scott Patient outside Halifax Town Hall

More people in Calderdale could have access to new skills, quality jobs, good pay and opportunities for progression. Calderdale Council’s Adult Learning service and other local organisations could provide training through ‘Skills Bootcamps’, as part of a proposed £450,000 funding boost from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The Combined Authority currently delivers the Bootcamps to… read more … about Helping Calderdale’s talent to thrive>>

Cllr Silvia Dacre, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Resources