As part of Halifax Opportunities Trust series of listening to community members impacted by COVID-19, we sat down and spoke to Hina Gilani about her experience. The Covid Diaries – Episode 1: Hina Gillani You can watch the video here Read more on the HOT Twitter account: https://twitter.com/HalifaxOppTrust/status/1396831356995448835
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Additional testing to be deployed to control spread of COVID-19 Delta variant in Calderdale
Additional COVID-19 testing and enhanced contact tracing are starting in Calderdale as preventative measures to help contain the spread of the virus. COVID-19 cases are gradually increasing in Calderdale, and across all parts of the borough we have detected an increase in cases of the Delta variant (first identified in India) in the last week. … Continue reading Additional testing to be deployed to control spread of COVID-19 Delta variant in Calderdale
Volunteering options in your community
A number of studies has shown the benefits of volunteering, especially with promoting community cohesion. Communities with volunteering options tend to be stronger and function better. When people volunteer, they invest in their community and as such feel closer to it. They are more likely to develop a strong sense of belonging in their area, … Continue reading Volunteering options in your community
Tackling fly tipping with help of new technology
Calderdale Council is cracking down on the illegal dumping of waste in the borough, with new technology making reporting and catching the culprits easier. Between January and the end of March this year, the Council received over 1000 reports of waste being dumped. In each case the report is investigated and evidence collected to find … Continue reading Tackling fly tipping with help of new technology
Lead the Way: June Bulletin
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