The number of people with diabetes is growing at an alarming rate and at least 10% of NHS expenditure can be directly or indirectly attributed to diabetes. One in twenty adults in Calderdale has diabetes. These alarming statistics have prompted Calderdale Council’s Adults Health and Social Care Scrutiny Panel, to take a closer look… read more … about Tackling diabetes in Calderdale>>
Calderdale Council celebrated the hard work and dedication of colleagues with a recognition afternoon at the Victoria Theatre, Halifax on Thursday 26 September 2013. The cost of the event was covered by sponsorship from local businesses who also attended to present the awards. The ‘Our Stars’ event recognised the inspirational example set by colleagues,… read more … about Our Council – Our Stars>>
Residents in Calderdale will continue to pay just £10 for a bulky waste collection until early 2014. The current charge of £10 per collection was due to go up to £15 in October 2013, but instead, the increase will start on 1 February 2014. The bulky waste collection service is in place to help… read more … about Slim charge for bulky waste>>
Motorists in Calderdale could soon be facing tougher speed restrictions, if Calderdale Council’s Cabinet approve plans for the introduction of 20mph limits across the borough. In July, Calderdale Council hosted an event with the Community Safety Partnership and local people, to raise awareness and discuss the different ways in which communities can work together to… read more … about 20 is plenty in Calderdale>>
It’s official; Todmorden Children’s Centre Nursery is ‘Outstanding’! Todmorden Children’s Centre Nursery is celebrating after receiving an ‘Outstanding’ rating in all areas following an inspection by Ofsted on the Thursday 15 August. The inspection looked into three key areas of nursery life, which includes; how children’s needs are met, the contribution of the nursery… read more … about Officially Outstanding!>>
Changes to Council Tax which could help bring more empty homes back into use and introduce exemptions for flood and fire victims will be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on Monday 7 October. The Cabinet will be asked to recommend to full Council a report on proposed changes to the policy on Council Tax discounts… read more … about Changes to Council Tax tackle empty homes>>
A new strategy to boost local businesses and strengthen the local economy will be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on Monday 7 October 2013. The draft ‘Business and Economy Strategy: 2014 – 2020’ sets out the Council’s ambitious programme to support business and enterprise; attract inward investment; develop the skills of the local workforce and… read more … about Calderdale means business>>
Introducing… The amazing sponsors of the Our Stars Event. Each local supporter will be joining us to recognise and celebrate the amazing work, dedication and commitment we’ve seen within Calderdale Council over the past 12 months. In no particular order we have: The Our Calderdale Award will be sponsored by the Calderdale branch of the Federation of… read more … about Our Sponsors – Our Stars>>
Organisers of events and festivals in Calderdale now have the opportunity to apply for up to £2000 in funding from Calderdale Council’s recently launched Community Festival and Events Fund. There are a growing number of community events in towns and villages in Calderdale, providing an additional tourism draw and supporting more vibrant town centres and… read more … about Funding boost for Calderdale events>>
