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Upgrade for popular walking route gets under way
Part of a popular walking and cycling route which runs through a West Yorkshire beauty spot is set to be upgraded. Work on the Spen Valley Greenway between Cleckheaton and Liversedge would begin on Monday, according to Kirklees Council. Lights and signage along the 1.5-mile (2km) section of the Greenway would be improved, while the off-road path would be widened and resurfaced. The scheme, funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Kirklees Council and the charity Sustrans, was expected to take six months, a council spokesperson said. The section, which runs from Tesco in Cleckheaton to the Knowler Hill Tunnel in Liversedge, would be closed for the duration of the work, with signposted diversions in place, they added. Moses Crook, deputy leader of Kirklees Council, said: "I'm delighted to see the improvement works on Spen Valley Greenway begin. "This investment is a fantastic boost for the community, enhancing access for everyone whether they're walking, cycling, using a wheelchair or pushing a pram. "It's a great step towards sustainable, inclusive travel and a healthier, more connected future for everyone." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Access improvements to off-road path completed Jo Cox community wood 'a fitting tribute' Kirklees Council West Yorkshire Combined Authority
BBC News
a day ago
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Upgrade for popular Spen Valley Greenway gets under way
Part of a popular walking and cycling route which runs through a West Yorkshire beauty spot is set to be upgraded. Work on the Spen Valley Greenway between Cleckheaton and Liversedge would begin on Monday, according to Kirklees and signage along the 1.5-mile (2km) section of the Greenway would be improved, while the off-road path would be widened and resurfaced. The scheme, funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Kirklees Council and the charity Sustrans, was expected to take six months, a council spokesperson said. The section, which runs from Tesco in Cleckheaton to the Knowler Hill Tunnel in Liversedge, would be closed for the duration of the work, with signposted diversions in place, they Crook, deputy leader of Kirklees Council, said: "I'm delighted to see the improvement works on Spen Valley Greenway begin. "This investment is a fantastic boost for the community, enhancing access for everyone whether they're walking, cycling, using a wheelchair or pushing a pram. "It's a great step towards sustainable, inclusive travel and a healthier, more connected future for everyone." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Automotive
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EV charging points approved for 20 car parks
At least 20 car parks in the Kirklees district will be fitted with new electric vehicle charging points after plans were given the go-ahead by the council. The points would be located at council-run car parks, aimed at residents with no off-road parking, the authority said. The £2.5m project was being funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and was the first phase in improving infrastructure for electric vehicles across the region, a spokesperson said. Councillor Moses Crook, the council's deputy leader and cabinet member for transport and highways, said: "These new chargers mean that if someone wants to make the switch to an electric vehicle, it will be a more practical option." Installation of the charging points was expected to begin later this year, the council said. Meanwhile further expansion into on-street locations was planned for later phases of the scheme. Kirklees Council said it hoped to begin the installation process this summer [Getty Images] Crook said the pilot scheme was "a critical step in making electric vehicles more accessible". "We know many households without off-street parking are currently limited if they have an electric vehicle," he added. The initiative was also part of the local authority's plan to become net zero and "climate ready" by 2038, a spokesperson said. Councillors had previously heard that chargers would need to be installed in three priority locations before the others could be put in. These were on Spring Wood Street in Huddersfield, New Street Car Park in Honley and Shaw Cross Community Centre in Dewsbury. EV points would then be installed in Batley, Birstall, Dewsbury, Holmfirth, Huddersfield, Cleckheaton, Heckmondwike, Netherton, Denby Dale, Cowersley, Skelmanthorpe, Emley, Liversedge and Moldgreen. The council said although it did not intend to charge for the use of parking bays while charging, the authority or EV leaseholders may eventually decide to introduce a payment or require a permit for the bays in future. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. More on this story Related internet links
BBC News
07-05-2025
- Automotive
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EV charging points approved for 20 car parks in Kirklees
EV charging points approved for 20 car parks 18 minutes ago Share Save Hayley Coyle BBC News, Yorkshire Share Save Getty Images Kirklees Council said it would not initially charge for car parking while the EV points were being used At least 20 car parks in the Kirklees district will be fitted with new electric vehicle charging points after plans were given the go-ahead by the council. The points would be located at council-run car parks, aimed at residents with no off-road parking, the authority said. The £2.5m project was being funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and was the first phase in improving infrastructure for electric vehicles across the region, a spokesperson said. Councillor Moses Crook, the council's deputy leader and cabinet member for transport and highways, said: "These new chargers mean that if someone wants to make the switch to an electric vehicle, it will be a more practical option." Installation of the charging points was expected to begin later this year, the council said. Meanwhile further expansion into on-street locations was planned for later phases of the scheme. Getty Images Kirklees Council said it hoped to begin the installation process this summer Crook said the pilot scheme was "a critical step in making electric vehicles more accessible". "We know many households without off-street parking are currently limited if they have an electric vehicle," he added. The initiative was also part of the local authority's plan to become net zero and "climate ready" by 2038, a spokesperson said. Councillors had previously heard that chargers would need to be installed in three priority locations before the others could be put in. These were on Spring Wood Street in Huddersfield, New Street Car Park in Honley and Shaw Cross Community Centre in Dewsbury. EV points would then be installed in Batley, Birstall, Dewsbury, Holmfirth, Huddersfield, Cleckheaton, Heckmondwike, Netherton, Denby Dale, Cowersley, Skelmanthorpe, Emley, Liversedge and Moldgreen. The council said although it did not intend to charge for the use of parking bays while charging, the authority or EV leaseholders may eventually decide to introduce a payment or require a permit for the bays in future. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. More on this story Cash boost to install electric car charging points
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10-03-2025
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Work starts on £23m transformation of bus station
Work has started on a £23m project to modernise Dewsbury bus station. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) said the revamp would include an improved waiting area, better real-time information displays and accessible toilets. The project, which is being delivered in partnership with Kirklees Council, is due to be completed in the summer of 2027. Tracy Brabin, the mayor of West Yorkshire, said: "Encouraging more people to use the bus helps towards reducing congestion, improving air quality and tackling the climate emergency." The new-look station is set to feature a "living roof" covered in plants, as well as cycle parking and solar panels. Funding for the scheme is being provided from the government's Transforming Cities Fund. WYCA said there would be "minimum disruption" during the first phase of work, with some changes to bus stands within the existing station already in place. Councillor Moses Crook, the deputy leader of Kirklees Council, said: "These new facilities will make travelling by public transport a more attractive option." The council said the project would play a key part in a wider Dewsbury Blueprint to increase footfall by making the town centre more attractive and accessible. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Town's library to be moved to new site Bus station's £14m revamp plans revealed Three bus stations to be revamped at cost of £28m West Yorkshire Combined Authority Kirklees Council
