Congratulations to our 2023 Project Search graduates
Young people with learning disabilities and autism have graduated from a highly successful Kirklees scheme that supports them into the world of work.
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Cabinet receives update on Fire Safety across Kirklees Council housing
The council is on track with fire safety improvements and is scheduled to complete the majority of the fire safety remedial works in high-rise buildings by the end of November 2023, with work on automatic opening vents expected to complete at the end of February 2024.
Read moreConsultation confirmed for short break and respite services
Local views are to be sought on the design of services for disabled children and young people.
Read moreKirklees Council to start consultations on specialist learning disability housing
Kirklees Council will undertake a review of its specialist housing for adults with learning disabilities.
Read moreKirklees Council dementia homes under consultation
Kirklees Council will start consultations on the future of council-run dementia residential homes.
Read moreCabinet approves further savings across property assets
We will be making further savings across our revenue budgets through a review of our property assets.
Read moreConsultation on Council Leisure Centres approved
As part of our continued work to balance our budgets, our Cabinet Members have approved a 6-week consultation on proposals for changes to the district’s leisure centre offer. Background Our 11 leisure centres have been operated by an external charity called Kirklees Active Leisure (KAL) since 2002. However, the financial responsibility for the physical buildings belongs to the council. In
Read moreKirklees Council’s Health Chief urges eligible residents to take up the 2023 winter vaccine offer
People who are at higher risk of serious illness from COVID will be invited to get their winter vaccinations starting this week.
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