We’re giving even more support to local foster families
We have set up a new scheme to give even better help to foster families and the children in their care.
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What does the office look like out of lockdown? For Offset Workshop it’s looking green
Huddersfield based joinery and exhibition company swap the events hall for the office in a bid to make safe office environments more sustainable.
Read moreHelping our children and young people to fulfil their potential
We have unveiled a new-look plan for how we will help children and young people enjoy the best start in life.
Read moreOur Strategic Director of Public Health’s statement on the new COVID-19 data
New data has been released by Government which gives us more information on the number of COVID-19 cases in Kirklees. Rachel Spencer-Henshall, Strategic Director for Public Health at Kirklees Council said: “All local authorities will have seen an increase in positive tests being reported over the past 24 hours due to the government releasing more data. We’ve been calling for
Read moreNew COVID-19 test results data – useful information
New data has been released by Government which gives us more information on the number of COVID-19 cases in Kirklees. What does it mean for Kirklees? During the pandemic, 431 people per 100,000 residents have tested positive for the virus. The data also tells us that 26.2 people per 100,000 residents tested positive in Kirklees in the past week. This
Read moreWe urge residents to enjoy socialising safely as pubs and restaurants begin to re-open
We’re encouraging people to have a good time whilst staying safe as pubs, cafes and restaurants reopen this weekend. Like the government, we are keen to support businesses to re-open and make sure the local economy recovers and comes back stronger. However, for this to happen, it is essential that the pandemic is controlled. This means businesses, staff and customers
Read moreSupport for hospitality businesses as they re-open
As part of our commitment to the recovery of town centres and the local economy, we’re looking to support local businesses to re-open in the safest way possible. Following the successful re-opening of shops last month, we have been working to support pubs, bars, cafes and restaurants to put in place health and safety and social distancing measures so they
Read moreBatley factory COVID-19 outbreak: useful information
What has happened? We have been informed that eight members of 107 staff at a bed manufacturer in Batley have tested positive for COVID-19. As soon as we became aware of this issue, we acted quickly to work with Public Heath England as well as the business and their staff to limit any further potential spread. How many people
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