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Union members respond to University of Huddersfield’s redundancies and slam “draconian” management

Union members at the University of Huddersfield have expressed their outrage at another wave of staff cuts, in which almost 200 members of staff...

Leadership challenge imminent for Kirklees Labour group

Change could soon be on the way for Kirklees Council as Leader, Cllr Cathy Scott, is expected to imminently face a challenge to her...

Kirklees Labour to go “back to the drawing board” following local elections loss

The Leader of Kirklees Council says that the Labour group will be going “back to the drawing board” after last week’s local elections results...

Huddersfield Carnival cancelled in 40th year amid lack of funds

Huddersfield Carnival will not be returning for 2024 – its 40th anniversary year – due to a lack of funding. The much-loved carnival which celebrates Caribbean culture, made a...

Huddersfield’s Piazza Arts Centre at crossroads: Demolition or renaissance?

A Huddersfield-based think tank is urging Kirklees Council to re-think part of its Cultural Heart plans or risk losing an important cultural asset. Research from...

Consultation on controversial Kirklees parking fees have begun

After weeks of uncertainty, Kirklees Council has confirmed that residents can have their say on plans to scrap free parking in towns and villages...

Cost-cutting measures agreed for “unsustainable” SEND student transport

Kirklees Council has declared its spending on transport for post-16 students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) “unsustainable”, after spending more than £2m...

“Costly” kerbside glass collections unlikely to be rolled out in Kirklees

Kerbside glass collections don’t appear to be on the cards for Kirklees any time soon, as the council is set to extend its interim...

Kirklees Council to unveil new ‘Heritage Strategy’ to attract investment

Kirklees Council is seeking approval for its new Heritage Strategy to promote the borough and attract investors and visitors. Entitled ‘We Are Making History’, the...

Dewsbury town centre revamp: Amphitheatre, pedestrianisation, and heritage upgrades revealed

The Dewsbury Blueprint is moving ahead, with new plans revealed for the area around the town hall in a bid to design out crime...

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