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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Apart from exceptional occasions such as Bonfire Night, it is illegal to set off fireworks after 11pm and before 7am. Breaking the law can result in a £5,000 fine, six months in prison, or both. You can report anti-social behaviour here 👉 ow.ly/gRy450ZNJ3B

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Every year, we check the electoral register is up to date so that everyone who has the right to vote in upcoming elections can have their say. We’ll be sending emails out soon, asking you to check your details, please follow the steps on the email. ow.ly/MEfn50ZNocT

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Our partners at Healthy Minds are hosting a memorial event this evening, 5-6.30pm at Crossley Gallery in Dean Clough. Join them to remember those lost to suicide and show your support and stand in solidarity with survivors of suicide. Find out more: ow.ly/ksus50ZBu87

Promotional image for Light Up for Hope event on World Suicide Prevention Day, Sept 10, 5-6:30pm at Crossley Gallery, Halifax. Image of a candle

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The Independent Commission on Adult Social Care have now launched the Big Conversation on Care. Whether you use care services, care for someone else, work in care, or have opinions on how it should work in the future, have your say and help shape the future of care: ow.ly/3iX150ZBwge

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Don't forget that your waste and recycling collections will be a day later throughout the August Bank Holiday week. Your garden waste collections will remain the same. ow.ly/Xyfq50ZBTYF

August bank holiday waste and recycling collections delayed by one day, garden waste collected as usual.

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? The Independent Commission on Adult Social Care’s Big Conversation on Care is now open, giving everyone across England a chance to shape the future of adult social care. This affects us all, have your say: ow.ly/AkTq50ZBw3v

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

When we are old or disabled, or have a serious illness, who should support us and how? This is the question that the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care’s Big Conversation on Care is asking. You can share your ideas online: caseycommission.co.uk/bigconversati…

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Every year the Electoral Registration Officer has a duty to make sure that the Register of Electors is up to date. To help do that we are about to start the Annual Canvass. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/GwFl50ZBTnt

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🏠 How flood-ready is your home? Take our flood resilience quiz to test your knowledge. Then visit the Flood Pod on Park Road, tomorrow, 14 August, to see PFR products and get free expert advice. eyeoncalderdale.com/blog/the-flood-…

Interior view of the Flood Pod demonstration unit displaying various household flood protection products and equipment.

A flood resilience staff member in a red shirt demonstrating property flood protection equipment inside the mobile Flood Pod trailer to two visitors outside.

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Stage at the Lake starts today! Four unforgettable days of music, theatre, comedy and film is coming to Shibden Park in Halifax. There's something for everyone. 📅 13–16 August Book your ticket today 👉 ow.ly/Yb6R50ZyqeW

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Halifax has now entered the competition to become the UK Town of Culture 2028! In celebration of our town’s culture and heritage, we have submitted a digital postcard. View our entry here 👉 ow.ly/9VjB50ZjxE8 #Halifax2028 #MyHalifaxStory #UKTownOfCulture2028 @DCMSGovUK

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Flash floods can strike quickly. Watch for: Heavy rain Rising, churning water Debris in rivers/streams Prepare now: eyeoncalderdale.com/flash-flooding 🌧️

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

As temperatures rise, the risk of flash floods also increases. More information on how to prepare for flash flooding visit eyeoncalderdale.com/flash-flooding 🌤️🌧️

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

🌿 It’s Invasive Non-Native Species Week 🌿Invasive plants in Calderdale don’t just harm wildlife, they can increase flood risk by weakening riverbanks and speeding up water flow. 👉 See the INNS blog for more information and take part in the INNS quiz: eyeoncalderdale.com/blog/inns_week_…

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Family fun day, exploring over 300 years of military history, with historical re-enactments, live firing, talks and military displays. Saturday 20 June 10am-3pm at Bankfield Museum, Halifax. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/wN8Q50ZaCYz

People dressed as soldiers outside Bankfield Museum

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Polling stations across Calderdale are open! They will be until 10pm today and every seat on the council is being voted on. Remember to take an approved form of photo ID when you go and vote - ow.ly/FTVW50Ymn8A

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Local elections take place in Calderdale tomorrow! Polling Stations across Calderdale will be open from 7am until 10pm. Check your poll card or find your polling station here - wheredoivote.co.uk

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Happy St George’s Day, Calderdale! To mark the day, the St George’s flag is flying at Halifax Town Hall 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Have a brilliant day, however you’re celebrating!

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling-related problems, contact the National Gambling Helpline 👉 or call 0808 8020 133 Free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

With NHS Healthy Start, you could receive payments to spend on healthy fresh, frozen and tinned food. If you're pregnant, or you have a child under the age of 4, you could be eligible. Find out in as little as five minutes 👉 ow.ly/BfER50YvGk1

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Your poll cards will tell you where to go to vote, or if you are currently a postal voter. If you're not registered yet you have until midnight on 20 April 2026 to be able to vote in the local elections on 7 May. Register here 👉https://ow.ly/xWvC50YmnfK

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Gambling harm is all around us - hiding in plain sight. It can affect anyone at any time. Get support and treatment that works 👉 ow.ly/40v350YvGgj

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Did you know that if you’re claiming benefits, you could pay as little as £12 per month for your broadband. Find out more👉https://ow.ly/HMf750YvGap

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Your waste and recycling collection days will be a little different over Easter, as some collections will be a day later. Our tips will operate Sunday hours on the bank holidays. See all of the changes to waste and recycling collections over Easter 👉 new.calderdale.gov.uk/council/coun...

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Since COVID-19, aggression and verbal abuse towards Calderdale Council staff has risen by 689%. Our Behind Every Role film shows the reality behind that figure, using real comments staff have faced and the impact it has. Remember, behind every role is a person. youtu.be/KKHfr4y96Wk

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YouTube video by Calderdale Council

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Notice of Election is being displayed around Calderdale from today. These notices outline some of the key events and dates in the lead up to the Local Elections on 7 May 2026 and can also be viewed here 👉 ow.ly/xR5F50YwIfE

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Debt is common and it’s nothing to feel ashamed of. One in two of us will face a debt-related challenge at some point in our lives. It’s time to break the stigma this Debt Awareness Week. If you need support, StepChange Debt Charity can help. Visit www.stepchange.org/daw2026

Debt is common and it’s nothing to feel ashamed of.
1 in 2 of us will face a debt-related challenge at some point in our lives.
It’s time to break the stigma this Debt Awareness Week.
If you need support, StepChange Debt Charity can help. Visit www.stepchange.org/daw2026

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Halifax could become the UK’s first Town of Culture in 2028! 🎭 We’re working with partners on an ambitious bid to make Halifax the UK's first Town of Culture in 2028. Leaders from across Halifax share why they’re backing the bid👇 youtu.be/3wwxYBhQq50

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Back Halifax as UK's first Town of Culture 2028

YouTube video by Calderdale Council

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Have you planned for later life? You can book a free 60 min appointment with a specialist at Pension Wise if you are over 50 and you have a UK-based defined contribution personal or workplace pension pot. www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/pensions-…

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Are you looking for ways to stay warm and save money on your energy bills this winter? Take a look at the Energy Savings Trust's warm home hacks guide or tour their energy saving house 👉 ow.ly/Ln3m50Y64ls

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

You will need a form of accepted photo ID with you if you are voting in a polling station at the Calderdale Council elections on 7 May 2026. Here are the different forms of ID you could take 👉 ow.ly/YPVp50Ymnp7

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Cold weather payments are automatically paid to eligible households on means tested benefits when the average temperature in your area is recorded as, or forecast to be, zero degrees Celsius or below over 7 consecutive days. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/mNBu50XS24G

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The Environment Agency flood warning service provides vital alerts to those at risk of river flooding, giving you critical time to protect what matters most. Register now for free flood warnings: eyeoncalderdale.com/get-alerts 🌧️

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Warm & Welcoming Spaces are totally free to use and are open to everyone. We have a directory of Warm Spaces online and these include Calderdale libraries and sports centres. Some venues offer hot drinks, activities and other services such as free wi-fi. ow.ly/okeo50Y643I

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Ramadan Mubarak. Ramadan is often considered to be a time to cleanse the body and soul. Let this be the month you leave smoking behind. Take the first step - Yorkshire Smokefree will guide you through your quit journey with friendly, expert support 👉 ow.ly/xoc650YlPwa

Graphic with teal background encouraging people to stop smoking during Ramadan. Text explains that most smokers reduce smoking while fasting and that Yorkshire Smokefree Calderdale offers support to quit during and after Ramadan. Includes NHS Yorkshire Smokefree Service and Calderdale Council logos

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Are you an EU citizen? You can check if you are eligible to vote here👉 ow.ly/1i7s50Y5ZJT

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Do you want to vote by post, or have someone that you trust vote on your behalf? You can now apply to do this online. Find out more - ow.ly/MhKR50Y5ZjM

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Your Community. Your Voice. Pride in Place Mixenden & Illingworth is seeking a volunteer Independent Chair for the Neighbourhood Board. Voluntary role, expenses available. Apply by 1 March 👉 ow.ly/p9PX50YfhXc

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

If you need help registering to vote, making sure you have the right ID to vote, or with applying for a postal or proxy vote, members of our Electoral Services Team can support you. Call on 01422 393103 or see where they are providing face to face help 👉 ow.ly/etjv50Y5Ze0

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This year, why not join the 33,000 Calderdale households who get their Council Tax bill by email instead of post. ☎️ Call 01422 288003 and we’ll set it up for you 👋 Visit Customer First and one of our advisors can help 💻 Go online at calderdale.gov.uk/pay

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'Move your Council Tax bill to an ebill, it takes less time than making a brew. Save time, do it online!

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Registering to vote online is quick and easy and will take you less time than it takes to make a cup of tea ☕. Register here 👉 www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

There are just 2 days left to re-apply for your postal vote if you originally applied before 30 January 2024, as it will expire on 31 January 2026. If your postal vote expires, you will need to make a new application. Re-apply online today 👉 ow.ly/Y5Xr50XSlvx

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Simple changes can make substantial savings on your energy costs. When you load up the washing machine, turn the temperature down to 30 degrees. 🌡️ It’ll clean your clothes & save you up to £20 a year in energy bills. 💸 Wash. Save. Repeat. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/yGoJ50Y19pg

Wash. Save. Repeat. Wash clothes at 30 degrees C and save up to £20 on your energy bills each year.

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Small actions could add up to big savings on your energy bills: • • ✅Wash clothes at 30° • ✅Turn down radiators in rooms you're not using • ✅Shower with an energy efficient showerhead Find out more about what you can do to save energy 👉 ow.ly/ba0k50XMx22

Save over £100 a year on your energy bills

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Gambling products are designed to keep us playing – increasing their addictive potential. They are designed to make us play more, spend more, and lose more.  Get the right help for you, a family member, or a friend 👉 gamblingunderstood.co.uk

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

If your household circumstances have changed and you’re no longer eligible for Single Person Discount on your Council Tax, please let us know so that we can update things for you 👉 new.calderdale.gov.uk/dio/cancel-co…

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

This year, why not join the 33,000 Calderdale households who get their Council Tax bill by email instead of post. • ☎️ Call 01422 288003 and we’ll set it up for you • 👋 Visit Customer First and one of our advisors can help • 💻 Go online at calderdale.gov.uk/pay

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

If you applied for a permanent postal vote before 30 January 2024, your postal vote will expire on 31 January 2026. When your postal vote expires, you will need to make a new application. There are elections on 7 May 2026 in Calderdale. Re-apply online 👉 ow.ly/Y5Xr50XSlvx

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Calderdale Council @calderdale.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

"Without her support I wouldn't be where I am now" Make 2026 the year you change a life - and discover how it can change yours too. Karen and Naj share how fostering has shaped a special, lasting bond that’s felt every bit like a mother and son relationship. Enquire at calderdale.gov.uk/fostering

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