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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Nominations are now open for the Recycling Hero Awards 2026, as we call on residents to help celebrate the borough’s sustainability superstars.
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A creative scheme to brighten shop fronts and improve public areas in Dewsbury town centre is now complete.
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Two long-serving foster carers with the council say they are “shocked but so proud” after being awarded MBEs in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
During an incredible 34-year career in fostering, Pam and Len Pattinson have cared for over 100 vulnerable children and young people.
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Nine schools across Kirklees have successfully completed of a programme that is helping neurodivergent pupils to feel more supported in the classroom.
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The event was an opportunity to recognise the hard work, dedication and achievements of the amazing professionals across our educational settings who make a real difference to young people’s lives.
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Centuries of Kirklees’ history are preparing to move into a new permanent home at Huddersfield’s Our Cultural Heart.
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