Plans approved for a new way of helping local families
Exciting plans for a new way of supporting Kirklees families have now been given approval.
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Mobile Covid-19 test collection points
We’re bringing a mobile collection point to a number of areas across the borough to make it easier for local people to access Covid-19 Lateral Flow home testing kits. In a national effort to reduce infection rates, twice-weekly asymptomatic Covid-19 testing is currently available for everyone in England. You may already be aware that there are a few different ways
Read moreTown Centres Across Kirklees reopen
We have been working closely with local businesses to make sure town centres were ready to open safely this week.
Read moreStatement regarding the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh
It is with great sadness that Kirklees joins the country in mourning following the announcement that His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away. Union flags on council buildings will be flown at half-mast during the period of mourning and an online book of condolence has been opened. If somebody you know doesn’t have internet access, they can call 01484
Read moreNumbers heading in the right direction
With more than 190,000 people in Kirklees now having had at least their first Covid-19 vaccine dose, our infection rate has dropped by 37 per cent over the last week and hospitalisations and deaths are continuing to fall significantly. But with some restrictions set to ease on Monday (12 April), we’re urging everyone to remain cautious. With 70 per 100,000
Read moreYoung Maths Mates are top of the class
Students from across Kirklees have signed up to an exciting new council scheme which will help children with their maths skills.
Read moreCandidates confirmed for Kirklees Council elections May 2021
A full list of candidates standing in the Kirklees Council local elections on 6 May 2021 is now available. The deadline to submit nominations closed at 4pm Thursday 8 April. You can view the list of candidates standing in each of the 23 Kirklees wards by visiting: Statement of persons nominated May 2021 | Kirklees Council In total, there are
Read moreCouncil funding helps shoppers and staff feel safe in town centre
Six new town centre support officers are helping to improve the safety and cleanliness of Huddersfield Town Centre and boosting shopper confidence as Covid restrictions ease. Kirklees Council have funded the six-month trial posts with Huddersfield BID recruiting and managing the officers. Forming part of the Blueprint plans they will help to create a welcoming, safe and attractive town centre.
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