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Thornton & Ross celebrates 15 shortlistings in industry awards

Huddersfield-based pharmaceutical company Thornton & Ross, part of the STADA group, has been recognised in the 2020 The Pharmacy ‘Most Valuable Product’ (MVP) Awards with the shortlisting of 15 of its OTC products.

BCC responds to the Education Secretary’s plan to reform Further Education

Commenting on the Education Secretary’s plan to reform Further Education at a speech at the Social Market Foundation today (9 July), BCC, MYCCI, Mid Yorkshire Chamber

Don’t lose your voice - residents in Calderdale urged to look out for their voter registration details from Calderdale Council

Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date.

MYCC responds to Summer Statement

Press release – 08 July 2020

BCC responds to the Chancellor’s Summer Statement

Commenting on the Chancellor’s Summer Statement, delivered today,

BCC responds to the government’s Kickstart Scheme

Commenting on the announcement of the government’s Kickstart Scheme, allowing employers to offer government-subsidised work placements for young people aged between 16-24 who are claiming Universal Credit and at risk of long-term unemployment.

Playgrounds and outdoor gyms to reopen across Calderdale

All play areas and outdoor gyms in Calderdale are due to reopen by Friday 10 July – but the Council has issued important guidance to ensure everyone can enjoy the facilities safely, as COVID-19 is still within our communities.