Our Summer Roadshow is coming to you!
Calling Homes & Neighbourhoods tenants and leaseholders, we’re hitting the road with six fulfilled events. Our Summer Roadshow starts this August, and we’d love to see you there.
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Yorkshire Celebration at Oakwell Hall is back and bigger than ever!
We are inviting residents and visitors to Oakwell Hall & Country Park on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a major celebration of all things Yorkshire. This free, family-friendly festival offers a full day of music, food, creativity and community pride in the stunning historic parkland.
Read moreNew Kirklees Cabinet gets to work
In her first act as Leader of Kirklees Council, Councillor Sarah Wood (Reform UK) has appointed a new Cabinet to lead the authority. The Cabinet is the council’s main decision-making body, made up of councillors appointed by the Leader to oversee major service areas and make decisions on the council’s priorities, policies and spending. The appointments mark the beginning of
Read moreStart-up scheme powers business growth and helps entrepreneurs thrive
A start-up scheme supporting new businesses and entrepreneurs by helping them turn their ideas into reality is back after a successful first year.
Read moreNew Leader Elected for Kirklees Council
Cllr Sarah Wood (Reform UK) has been elected Leader of Kirklees Council at a meeting of all councillors held this evening (Wednesday 15 July 2026) at Huddersfield Town Hall. Cllr Wood was elected after securing a majority of votes cast by councillors at the meeting. The election follows two previous meetings where no candidate for the leadership of the council
Read moreKirklees Parks retain ‘Green Flag’ status
Kirklees parks and greenspaces have once again been recognised amongst the country’s best parks, retaining their Green Flag Awards.
Read moreKirklees programme is helping women turn their lives around
A programme created by Kirklees Council is helping women make positive changes to their lives, with impressive results in reducing reoffending.
Read moreKirklees Wins at Regional Planning Excellence Awards, following double nomination
On Thursday 2 July, we won, alongside our partners, at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence Awards, highlighting the strength, innovation and impact of planning across the district.
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