Cabinet approves further savings across property assets
We will be making further savings across our revenue budgets through a review of our property assets.
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Consultation 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.
Read moreCouncillor Cathy Scott elected Leader of Kirklees Council
At this week’s Council Meeting (Wednesday 13 September), Cllr Cathy Scott, was formally elected Leader of Kirklees Council. Cllr Scott had been Acting Leader of the Council since July.
Read moreAccessibility review of places and spaces to make Kirklees more inclusive
A key initiative is underway that will see places and spaces reviewed for accessibility in Kirklees.
Read moreSchool applications now open for September 2024
Do you have a child who is due to start attending reception class at primary school, or transfer to a junior, middle or secondary school, in September 2024?
Read moreWe’re simplifying our process for planning applications
Full Council have just approved changes to our decision-making process for planning applications in Kirklees.
Read moreFire Safety Improvements have started at Harold Wilson Court
We have employed contractor, Wates Living Space to carry out essential fire safety improvements at Harold Wilson Court, located in Huddersfield’s town centre.
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