We’re winter ready!
Despite the mild start to October, winter may feel like it’s some way off for a lot of people but we’re already prepared for winter!
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The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated
Due to the cold weather, the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated, which means we are currently offering rough sleepers in Kirklees a warm bed for the night. The protocol is an additional ‘safety net’ for those in danger of rough sleeping.
Read moreSevere Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated
The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) gets activated when temperatures are forecast to fall to zero degrees or below, for three consecutive nights. Or where there is particular adverse weather.
Read moreSevere Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated
SWEP will be in place from today Monday 16 January 2023 and will be reviewed daily.
Read moreKirklees Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated.
Due to strong winds and the current weather warnings, our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated, which means we are currently offering rough sleepers in Kirklees a warm bed for the night.
Read morePeople from all sectors urged to play a part in flagship programme to reduce flood risk across the region
If you work in health, finance, transport, planning, water resource management or the third sector we would like you to work with us to drive forward a new innovative programme to reduce the impact of flooding and climate change across West Yorkshire.
Read moreInnovative action plan gets funding to reduce the impact of flooding across West Yorkshire
An innovative plan to reduce the impact of flooding and climate change in West Yorkshire over the next six years is being launched during national Flood Action Week.
Read moreGetting ready for snow this weekend
We are expecting some snow over the weekend and into early next week. We are getting prepared and you should too. Please plan your journeys and only travel if it is essential. Keeping roads open where possible We have plans in place to make sure we have the best chance of being able to keep the main roads open for
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