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Seasons of culture grants for culture and nature projects

Posted on: Wednesday 13 May 2026

Kirklees is set for a summer of exciting, community‑driven events thanks to new funding from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. We have launched a new grant programme offering funding for creative projects that help local communities connect with culture, creativity and the natural environment. The Seasons of Culture – Nature fund will support cultural activities taking place across Kirklees throughout

How has the Renters’ Rights Act impacted you as a renter? Here’s what you need to know 

Posted on: Tuesday 12 May 2026

On 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act came into effect. The Act aims to transform how landlords operate across the UK. It protects you as a renter, giving you more rights and making renting fairer, safer and more secure. The tenancy-related changes in the Act will initially apply to the Private Rented Sector only but will be widened to social housing tenants in the future.   

No Overall Control in Kirklees following local elections

Posted on: Friday 08 May 2026

Results have now been declared for all 23 wards in the Kirklees election held on Thursday 7 May 2026. No single party has secured a majority of seats and Kirklees Council remains in No Overall Control. All Kirklees councillors will meet on Wednesday 20 May for their Annual Council Meeting. At that meeting, councillors will be asked to elect a

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