Tour de France design competition could kickstart the career of a Kirklees creative
Local creative students have the opportunity to design the official posters for next year’s Tour de France Femmes!
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Welcome the new Mayor of Kirklees – Cllr Karen Allison
Councillor Karen Allison has been appointed as the new Mayor of Kirklees for 2026/27, following today’s Annual Council meeting. The appointment was made during the council’s Annual Meeting, commonly known as “Mayor Making”, where councillors formally confirm the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the year ahead. The ceremony marks an important moment in the civic calendar and reflects the council’s
Read moreWatch Kirklees Council appoint its new Mayor live
Residents are invited to watch Kirklees Council’s Annual Meeting live on Wednesday 20 May, where councillors will appoint the borough’s new Mayor for 2026/27.
Read moreThe On Our Doorstep May Half-Term Guide
Looking for fun activities to do this half-term? Well, look no further! With a variety of family events and activities across Kirklees – find out what’s happening near you.
Read moreSeasons of culture grants for culture and nature projects
Kirklees is set for a summer of exciting, community‑driven events thanks to new funding from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. We have launched a new grant programme offering funding for creative projects that help local communities connect with culture, creativity and the natural environment. The Seasons of Culture – Nature fund will support cultural activities taking place across Kirklees throughout
Read moreHow has the Renters’ Rights Act impacted you as a renter? Here’s what you need to know
On 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act came into effect. The Act aims to transform how landlords operate across the UK. It protects you as a renter, giving you more rights and making renting fairer, safer and more secure. The tenancy-related changes in the Act will initially apply to the Private Rented Sector only but will be widened to social housing tenants in the future.
Read moreNo Overall Control in Kirklees following local elections
Results have now been declared for all 23 wards in the Kirklees election held on Thursday 7 May 2026. No single party has secured a majority of seats and Kirklees Council remains in No Overall Control. All Kirklees councillors will meet on Wednesday 20 May for their Annual Council Meeting. At that meeting, councillors will be asked to elect a
Read moreBetter connections for Dewsbury as major transport improvements get underway
Improvements to the transport network, travel and accessibility in Dewsbury town centre gets underway next month.
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