Connecting Kirklees: Roadworks update for October 2025
Here are some of the planned roadworks due to start in October. For details of all roadworks, head to our Roadworks webpage and view the live maps.
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West Yorkshire’s first Weaver Network branded bus station taking shape
The first bus station in West Yorkshire set to be branded under the new Weaver Network is beginning to take shape in Heckmondwike.
Read moreNew Ash View Extra Care housing opens in Ashbrow, Huddersfield
A brand-new Extra Care housing scheme has opened in Ashbrow, Huddersfield, giving local people more choice about how they live and get support.
Read moreFinal designs for the future of Batley town centre unveiled
The final designs for the regeneration of Batley town centre that will significantly enhance accessibility, calm traffic and improve safety, and create new public spaces have been revealed.
Read moreWork begins on transformational new special school in Deighton
Young learners joined representatives from the council, Wellspring Academy Trust, Joseph Norton Academy, Wates construction, and others, to celebrate the start of construction on a brand-new, purpose-built special school in Deighton.
Read moreLatest round of funding open for Growing Great Places crowdfunding programme
We’ve opened the latest round of funding for our Growing Great Places programme. We run this programme in partnership with Spacehive – a community crowd funding platform.
Read moreAccessibility awareness: Colour contrast
To mark National Inclusion Week (15th to 21st September) this month’s accessibility campaign focuses on the often overlooked aspect of: Colour contrast.
Read moreKirklees Most Wanted supports local musicians and venues
Kirklees has an incredibly creative industry, with amazing artists and musicians making waves far and wide. But did you know we work with local creative businesses and entrepreneurs to help them succeed, and push for more funding for local creators?
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