Wainhouse Tower in Halifax will join buildings across the UK and light up purple in memory of George Floyd and in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Black Lives Matter is a global campaign challenging systematic and structural racism. People have come together across the world following the death of George Floyd in the … Continue reading Wainhouse Tower lights up purple in solidarity with Black Lives Matter
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Boost for natural flood management in Calderdale
New projects using nature to help reduce flood risk in Calderdale will soon get off the ground, thanks to a £112,000 funding boost from Calderdale Council and the Environment Agency. Flooding is a significant ongoing risk in Calderdale due to its large areas of moorland, steep-sided valleys and the effects of climate change. With three … Continue reading Boost for natural flood management in Calderdale
Safer streets around schools
Streets around Calderdale schools are set to become safer, healthier and more pleasant for everyone. Calderdale Council is working with schools to encourage more active ways for children and young people to get to and from school, such as walking and cycling. From Monday 15 June, roads outside 14 Calderdale schools will be closed to … Continue reading Safer streets around schools
Refugee Week 2020 events across Calderdale
Refugee Week, the UK’s largest festival celebrating the contribution of refugees, will take place between 15 and 21 June 2020. Refugee Week 2020, which has the theme ‘Imagine’, will be the first time the week has been held as a virtual festival. For over two decades, Refugee Week has brought together people of all backgrounds … Continue reading Refugee Week 2020 events across Calderdale
Police advice regarding theft prevention from vehicles and garden sheds
There has been a spike in thefts from vehicles and garden sheds in Calderdale. The police have released some flyers with advice to deter and prevent burglaries and break-ins. Theft from vehicle advice leaflet can be found here Theft from sheds advice leaflet can be found here
Halifax Central Initiative 