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Controversy erupts as Almondbury green space yielded for housing development

In a “tragedy” for Almondbury, green space will be lost as plans for a new housing development are given the go-ahead. At the Thursday, March...

Kirklees car parking charges soar by 60%, residents voice concerns over fee hikes

An increase of around sixty percent will hit car parking charges in Huddersfield, Holmfirth and Dewsbury next month, as the final decision on the...

Kirklees implements new council tax reduction scheme, sparks outcry among residents

The “poorest and most disadvantaged” in Kirklees will be seeing an increase in their Council Tax bills next month, as the new Council Tax...

Huddersfield asylum housing plans ignites debates: Cost concerns and community impact at forefront

As the Home Office prepares to house hundreds of asylum seekers in Huddersfield, here’s everything we know about the plans so far. The former student...

Kirklees Council expands special education capacity: More support and opportunities for students with complex needs

More school places are on the way for Kirklees students with special educational needs as Kirklees Council gives the go-ahead for a school expansion. Woodley...

Kirklees Council’s ambitious plan: £125m investment urgently needed for housing services

A staggering amount of investment is required for Kirklees’ housing services, with around £125m needed by the end of the financial year, council analysis...

Kirklees Council to sell historic sites and community facilities to tackle £47m Deficit

In its ongoing efforts to address a £47m deficit, cash-strapped Kirklees Council is looking to dispose of more than 50 assets. Historic buildings including the...

Controversy in Almondbury: Residents outraged over plans for new homes on urban green space

Residents have been left outraged by plans to bring new homes to a patch of land in Almondbury. Nine new homes could soon be built...

Twelve jobs to be cut as Kirklees Council redesigns children’s respite services

Twelve jobs are set to be cut across Kirklees Council’s short break and respite services for children and young people, as the local authority...

Kirklees Councillor launches bid for Mayoral Election

Kirklees councillor Andrew Cooper has been selected as the Green Party candidate in the upcoming West Yorkshire Mayoral Elections. The councillor was first elected to...

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