Kirklees Council

Lib Dem Cleckheaton ward councillors Kath Pinnock and Andrew Pinnock.

Concerns over new planning rules described as 'a backwards step'

The Reform administration is considering raising council tax by less than the maximum allowed 4.99 per cent. Photo: stock.adobe.com

Next budget is ‘crucial’ for Kirklees as council grapples with a £24m black hole

Fly-tipping on Field Lane in Batley earlier this year.

Fly-tipping sees council have to pay out more than £81,000 in disposal costs

Cleckheaton’s historic town hall could reopen as a “vital” NHS Community Mental Health Centre (CMHC). The proposals have been unveiled by Spen Valley MP Kim Leadbeater, who has written to the Health Minister, Alison McGovern, lobbied Kirklees Council, and rallied local businesses to secure the venue’s future. Kim recently hosted members of the Cleckheaton & Spenborough Town Hall campaign group at her constituency office before striving for backing from local businesses.

Historic town hall could reopen as ‘vital’ mental health hub

A view of the site boundary at Lees Hall Road, Dewsbury, where Breck Homes plans to build around 300 new affordable properties.

Developer reveals plans for 300 new affordable homes as part of Riverside scheme

A report to cabinet explains that the council needs to bring forward cuts and savings proposals 'at pace' in order to balance its books in 2027/28. Photo: stock.adobe.com.

'Very difficult decisions' on the way as council faces £24m overspend

A major road in Cleckheaton is set to be closed overnight for a month.

Overnight closures on major road scheduled for a month

If the proposals are approved, the changes would allow residents to recycle more materials from home. Photo: stock.adobe.com.

Cabinet to consider changes to household recycling collections in Kirklees

Council grilled over debt recovery as it writes off more than £6m

An artist's impression of how Batley town centre could look. Image: Kirklees Council.

Councillors criticise delays as part of town's Blueprint scheme is scrapped

The proposed trial, which is expected to run for 12 months, would see the installation of cross-pavement charging channels.

Electric vehicle charging trial plan for residents without off-street parking
Kirklees Council’s cabinet will meet next week to discuss introducing a trial that would allow residents without a driveway or off-street parking to charge electric vehicles from home.
Dominic Brown

Sunny Bank Road, Mirfield. Photo: Google.

Traffic calming measures to be installed on road to reduce number of collisions

Among the biggest contributors to the council's financial challenges were unpaid council tax (£2.34m) and business rates (£2.99m), according to a report. Photo: stock.adobe.com.

Delays and debt write-offs among the financial pressures facing council

The Grade-I listed Elizabethan manor house at Oakwell Hall is in line for some extensive repairs.

Extensive repairs at Grade I-listed Oakwell Hall approved by council

Volunteers of Dewsbury Cares Community Group ahead of last year's Christmas lunch initiative. The group is set to move into bigger premises this coming weekend.

Big weekend for Dewsbury Cares Community Group as market set to close

Campaigners gathered outside Huddersfield Town Hall ahead of the Full Council meeting.

Campaigners criticise council's new flag flying policy and call for more support

Coun Sarah Wood, Leader of Kirklees Council.

Priorities of Kirklees Council's new cabinet scrutinised by committee

In Kirklees, all households will be given a blue bin for their fibres (paper/card) and will be able to recycle more items, like glass and Tetra Paks, in their existing green bins. New collections are set to begin in 2028.

Residents can expect a new bin for paper and card by 2028 in recycling shake-up

Dewsbury Sports Centre.

Campaigners battling to re-open sports centre prepare to address council meeting

Kirklees Council has projected an overspend of more than £13m as financial pressures continue.

New cabinet ‘committed’ to slashing debt amid £13.6m council overspend

The former Batley Fire Station on Carlinghow Lane.

Homes plan at former fire station site among latest applications to council

Coun Sarah Wood, Leader of Kirklees Council, has set out her cabinet's priorities.

Council leader sets out priorities for the district at first cabinet meeting

Heckmondwike’s new multi-million pound bus station is set to open later this month.

New multi-million pound town centre bus station to open later this month

Crowds outside the building as it re-opened on Saturday, September 5.

Watch: First look inside Dewsbury Arcade as large crowds gather for re-opening

Tim Miller, who lives near The Monal by Jalwa in Cleckheaton, is among residents who have complained about the sound of fireworks and revving supercars keeping them awake at night. Photo: Charley Atkins/SWNS.

Residents say late night noise from wedding venue is making their lives 'hell'

Kim with the Cleckheaton and Spenborough Town Hall Group.

'We're back and need to get on with the job'

The Arcade Group is holding an opening event on September 5.

First chance to see renovated Dewsbury Arcade and meet its new tenants

The Pride flag has not been included on the approved list of flags that can be flown at civic buildings as part of Kirklees Council's new policy. Photo: Getty Images

Council announces new policy on flag-flying at civic buildings
Kirklees Council has announced a new flag-flying policy which limits the number of approved flags that can be flown at civic buildings.
Lyra Auld

An application has been submitted to make small changes to the approved refurbishment plans for Dewsbury Bus Station.

Planning applications: Latest developments on market and bus station projects

Coun Khuram Amjad (Kirklees Independents, Batley West).

Councillor’s promise to get Kirklees Council cabinet meetings ‘back on track’

Roadworks in Dewsbury. File photo.

Your right to have a say on road closures and traffic changes near you

The applicant said the new premises would be a place for the locals of Mirfield to 'enjoy a nice glass of wine'. Photo: Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images

Wine bar wins licence battle after fears it would disrupt ‘peace and quiet'

Plans have been submitted to rebuild Gomersal St Mary's Primary School, creating a single modern building. File photo.

Gomersal school rebuild among latest planning applications submitted to council

The Arcade Dewsbury will officially re-open its doors on Saturday, September 5 as the first community-run shopping centre in the country.

More details announced for The Arcade Dewsbury's grand re-opening celebrations

The car wash has been proposed for derelict land off George Street in Dewsbury. Photo: Planning Management Ltd.

Developer behind proposed new car wash says it would not increase traffic

Residents invited to have their say on how land is used in Kirklees.

Residents invited to have their say on how land is used in Kirklees

Heckmondwike Grammar School said 85 per cent of its students achieved grade C or better in their A Level results. Picture: Jim Fitton

Students across North Kirklees receive A Level, T Level and BTEC results

A total of 48 planning applications have been submitted to Kirklees Council during the past week.

Mirfield housing plan among latest applications submitted to council

Councillors Akhtar Kasia, left, and Habiban Zaman said they were 'proud' of the work that had been done to clear 'fly-tipping hot spots' in Batley.

Charity shops should not become 'dumps' for clothing, say councillors

Huddersfield Town Hall.

FOI shows Kirklees Council has £14m in withheld Section 106 funds

Spen Valley MP Kim Leadbeater with members of the Cleckheaton and Spenborough Town Hall Group, who are working on a business plan to re-open the building.

MP calls on council to reverse closure of tip and commit to re-opening town hall

From autumn 2026, Kirklees Council will be charging utility companies up to £2,500 a day if they choose to operate on key routes during the busiest times. File photo.

Utility companies face £2,500 charge for carrying out roadworks at busiest times

Co-op Academy, Smithies Moor, Heckmondwike.

Plans to rebuild school move forward despite coal mining concerns at site

The applications were submitted to Kirklees Council between July 13 and 19.

Latest list of planning applications submitted to Kirklees Council

In January, Lidl GB officially began the main build phase of its new store on Bankwood Way at Birstall Retail Park. Photo: Craig Jones.

Building work on new Lidl store paused due to concerns over ‘coal mining legacy’
Developers working on the new Lidl in Birstall are seeking approval for their latest plans after concerns over the area’s “coal mining legacy”.
Lyra Auld

Reform UK councillor Eric Butterworth, who represents the Dewsbury East ward, has been criticised over alleged historic posts on social media.

Councillor apologises after criticism over alleged historic social media posts

An aerial view of fields off Cliffe Lane in Gomersal. Photo: Google.

Developer submits updated plans for 97 homes in village

The Yorkshire celebration at Oakwell Hall and Country Park will be held on Sunday, August 2.

Festival returns to Oakwell Hall to celebrate all things Yorkshire

MakerWorld will once again open its doors at the Princess of Wales Precinct in Dewsbury, offering free, hands-on creative experiences for children, young people and families.

MakerWorld to return this summer thanks to new funding boost

Coun Sarah Wood, Leader of Kirklees Council, has appointed her cabinet.

Leader of Kirklees Council announces her new cabinet team

The land off Heaton Grange, near Batley town centre. Photo: Google

More new homes planned for site near town centre

Reform UK group leader, Coun Sarah Wood, has been elected as the new Leader of Kirklees Council.

New Leader of Kirklees Council elected as two-month stalemate finally ends

Artwork on stat boxes and new planters in Dewsbury town centre.

Project brightens up shop fronts and improves public areas in town centre

England players applaud fans after the 2-1 victory against Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter final at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 11. Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images

Council leadership battle to go ahead despite England's World Cup semi-final

Coun Sarah Wood, Reform UK group leader.

Reform UK submits motion to run Kirklees Council as a minority administration

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