Calderdale Council’s Cabinet has announced budget plans to freeze Council Tax and continue to protect frontline services in 2014/15. The budget proposals for the next three financial years were revealed at a Cabinet meeting held at Halifax Town Hall on Monday 13 January 2014. Leader of Calderdale Council, Cllr Tim Swift said: “Our budget proposals… read more … about Calderdale unveils Council Tax freeze>>
Why did the hedgehog cross the road? No it’s not a joke, we’d actually like to know why, and where they were spotted. Calderdale Council is asking residents to report any sightings of hedgehogs in the borough to the conservation team, in the hope that we can build a better picture of where they are… read more … about When did you last see a hedgehog?>>
The Tour de France Grand Départ is, for the first time in its history, being celebrated with a 100 day Cultural Festival running from 27 March to 6 July. Yorkshire Festival 2014 will consist of specially commissioned and independently produced activity embracing all art forms. The focus of the Festival will be across the region… read more … about Creative communities celebrate Tour de France in Calderdale>>
After major refurbishment, Calderdale Council and SITA UK are pleased to announce that Eastwood Household Waste Recycling Centre will reopen on 20 January 2014. Local people will have a brilliant recycling centre – we’ve been putting the finishing touches to the fencing, pedestrian walkway and signage, and then the skips can be moved back onto… read more … about Welcome back to Eastwood!>>
The Piece Hall in Halifax is closing on Friday 17 January 2014, so that works can be carried out, starting later in 2014. Although some shops have already closed or relocated, a number are still trading and open for business. Please see relocation details for businesses on the Piece Hall website. The Grade 1 Listed Piece… read more … about Next steps for the Piece Hall>>
You know the feeling. The festive celebrations are over and you feel like you’ve overindulged. January is a great chance for you to trim the waist, get your energy back and save your money for something special. Calderdale Council is giving local people handy tips to help them feel fantastic by eating healthier, exercising more,… read more … about Feel fantastic in 2014>>
The New Year brings with it New Year’s resolutions, and for many, this will mean a healthier lifestyle. For smokers it could be the motivation for a new smoke-free life. Calderdale Council is backing Public Health England’s new campaign; raising awareness of the harm smoking does to your body. The hard hitting new advertising shows… read more … about New Year, new smoke-free life>>
Calderdale Council has finalised its financial position for the next three years. This will be considered by Cabinet on Monday 13 January as part of the budget process, and identifies the savings necessary to meet the latest spending reductions following the government settlement. The financial summary also shows that Calderdale has achieved a huge proportion of… read more … about Making every pound count>>
Parents in Calderdale are being reminded to finalise plans for their child’s education, as the deadline for Calderdale’s primary school admission applications approaches. The final deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2014, after this date the chance of getting the preferred place is significantly reduced. This year, for the first time, people can… read more … about Time running out for primary applications>>
