Ambitious plans to make it more pleasant to walk, wheel and cycle around Todmorden have now been revealed. The £2.56million Active Todmorden project aims to create healthier communities by enabling everyone to walk, wheel or cycle for everyday journeys and improving access to the town’s attractions, whilst maintaining a welcoming and attractive area. This is… read more … about Step forward for Active Todmorden plans>>
Halifax is once again flying the Purple Flag, as the town has been awarded the prestigious accreditation for the fifteenth year running. Purple Flag is the gold standard for town centres, like Green Flag for parks and Blue Flag for beaches. The award scheme recognises excellence in the management of the evening and nighttime economy…. read more … about Fifteen years flying the Purple Flag>>
The wide-ranging work taking place across Calderdale to tackle the impacts of the rising cost of living, is being highlighted in the 2024 Anti-Poverty Annual Report and Action Plan. Reducing inequalities is one of Calderdale Council’s priorities, with a key focus of supporting residents with the cost of living crisis. The Council works closely alongside… read more … about Working together to tackle poverty>>
People are being asked for their views on the latest proposals to create three ‘shared transport hubs’ in Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Shared transport hubs are one-stop shops for transport services, with plans in Calderdale including facilities for car club vehicle parking locations, electric vehicle charging, secure cycle parking, access to shared e-bikes and bike… read more … about A new way of providing transport services could be coming to Calderdale as plans take another step forward>>
The planned public engagement event at Todmorden Market tomorrow (Saturday 26 October) is now cancelled. Calderdale Council was due to hold two engagement sessions at the market, for people to find out more about the Active Todmorden project, including an additional option to create a walking and wheeling scheme through the town. The project is… read more … about Active Todmorden engagement event cancelled>>
The latest plans for active travel routes in Todmorden will be available to view at upcoming information events in the town. Over the next two years, £17.5million is being invested in Todmorden as part of the Town Deal regeneration programme funded by the UK Government. Calderdale Council is the lead for the Active Todmorden project,… read more … about Help shape the next steps for Active Todmorden>>
Calderdale Council is highlighting the importance of road safety, with a commitment to prioritise work to reduce road deaths and injuries on Calderdale roads. The Council recognises the urgent need to prioritise road safety across the borough and the wider West Yorkshire region. Sadly, there were 478 people injured on Calderdale roads in the last… read more … about Supporting safer journeys to Vision Zero>>
Todmorden residents are invited to have their say on updated plans for walking and cycling routes through the town. The Active Todmorden project is one of the eight projects which make up the £17.5 million Todmorden Town Deal programme, which is funded by the UK Government and overseen by Todmorden Town Board. Calderdale Council is… read more … about Changes afoot for Active Todmorden project>>
Two new surveys, asking for people’s views on their experiences when contacting Calderdale Council and proposed changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme, are now available on the Council’s new survey platform. Calderdale Engage is the Council’s new engagement hub site. It hosts current consultation and engagement projects and shares updates and results about them…. read more … about Engage to help shape the future of Calderdale>>
