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Reaching net zero by 2050 ‘cheaper for UK than one fossil fuel crisis’ Climate change committee finds move to renewable energy would also bring health, economic and security benefits

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I’ve worked in #Calderdale for almost 6 years and still can’t believe my luck to be able to spend winter mornings working in places like this.

#HebdenBridge

Happy winter solstice. Longer lighter days to come

#wintersolstice #hope

Children in England growing up ‘sedentary, scrolling and alone’, say experts Raising the Nation Play Commission report recommends ban on ‘no ball games’ signs and raising digital age of consent to 16

As a society, we’re making it harder than ever for children to play and it’s harming their health

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30 years ago today. A small town club financially backed by a true supporter

Remember it like it was yesterday, but the fortunes of the club have diminished so much since then. But no one can take the achievement away from us.

#BlackburnRovers #BRFC30yearsago

Great to see both Harkins clubs united in football solidarity

#brfcsupporters #swfcsupporters #chaoticclubownership

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating

#eidmubarak

Football Daily - That Season When: Blackburn won the league - BBC Sounds Kelly Cates and guests reflect on Blackburn's Premiership title win in 1995.

Can’t believe it’s coming up to 30 years. I really enjoyed reminiscing and hearing from King Kenny, the SAS and Rob Coar. #BRFC

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Partnering with places to end 'postcode lottery for physical activity' YouTube video by Sport England

So proud that Calderdale is a @SportEngland place partner, supporting #SportEngland expand to 53 new locations, sharing 6 years of learning to help shape stronger, more active communities

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Reflecting on 5 years since the COVID-19 pandemic YouTube video by Calderdale Council

As part of the #Covid19DayofReflection, we’ve invited just a few of the people to supported the #Calderdale response to share their stories of the kindness and hope of local communities

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My annual clinic appointment yesterday (9 years since my diagnosis with AML) and I managed to fit in a walk up to Alport Castles afterwards. Still feel lucky to be alive thanks to @cureleukaemia #nhs.

#peakdistrictnationalpark
#sheffieldhospitals

Calderdale Citizens’ Jury helps to shape climate action – supporting warmer and healthier homes On the anniversary of Calderdale Council declaring a climate emergency, a new initiative is helping to shape climate action and supporting work to make Calderd

A group of passionate residents have worked as a citizens jury to develop recommendations for Calderdale’s retrofit challenge to support warmer healthier homes.

#climateaction #retrofit @calderdale.bsky.social #citizensjury #climateemergency

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@calderdale.bsky.social

I’m supporting National HIV Testing Week by testing for HIV with the Brunswick Centre.

HIV can affect anyone, and testing is the only way to know your HIV status and stay in control of your health.

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Garth Hudson, last remaining member of The Band, dies aged 87 Hudson was a talented multi-instrumentalist best known for playing keyboards and saxophone for The Band

And so it ends. What a man, what a band! Obligatory viewing of the #LastWaltz at my house this weekend. RIP #GarthHudson

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Great to be at Calderdale’s community-led #retrofit #citizensjury this morning. It’s a privilege to observe residents deliberate and work up their recommendations to increase self funded retrofit. #ClimateAction #NetZero @calderdale.bsky.social