Latest plans submitted for George Hotel will expand capacity and further boost local economy

Kirklees Council has submitted revised plans for the George Hotel, seeking to increase the number of rooms while preserving the building’s character.
Kirklees Council are heading to UKREiiF to showcase investment opportunities across Kirklees

This month Kirklees Council will be attending the UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) to showcase investment and development opportunities across the district.
Kirklees Council’s Transformative ‘Our Cultural Heart’ development starts to take shape

Work on the first phase of Our Cultural Heart – Kirklees Council’s flagship regeneration scheme in the heart of Huddersfield town centre – is progressing well, with demolition now complete and the transformation of the former Queensgate Market building visibly gaining momentum.
Spotlight on Dewsbury: Exciting new potential for businesses, investors and developers

At this year’s UKREiiF, we’ll be presenting some fantastic opportunities for investment in and around Dewsbury.
Huddersfield: Driving change for all through innovation in healthcare

West Yorkshire is now in the top 10 innovation clusters in the UK, and health and life sciences employment has grown by 10% in the last year alone.
Kirklees Top 100 Careers Edition inspires young talent to explore local opportunities

This week marked the official launch of the Kirklees Top 100 Careers Edition – designed to inspire students from local schools and colleges by showcasing the diverse career opportunities available across the region.
Development partner appointed for Fenay Lane housing scheme

Kirklees Council appoint development partner to purchase, design, and deliver a new housing development in Almondbury.
The Light is set to open a substantial new cinema and entertainment venue in Huddersfield on 11 April 2025

The Light is excited to announce the opening of its latest and most ambitious project to date.
Charter update assists more efficient planning process

Kirklees Council have just updated the Development Management Charter, which outlines the processes and responsibilities around planning decisions.
Next stage of Our Cultural Heart funding approved

Plans for the second phase of Kirklees Council’s Our Cultural Heart development received a green light in January, paving the way for a flagship new museum and art gallery in Huddersfield town centre.