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Wakefield Reform UK councillor Jacob Padget has resigned as chair of the adult services and health overview and scrutiny committee amid suspension claims.
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Wakefield Council is expanding anti-social behaviour powers in Castleford town centre. Residents can respond to a public consultation until 27 September.
Wakefield Council has completed 18 action days targeting illegal e-scooter and bike use, stopping 134 riders and seizing 15 vehicles between April and…
Wakefield Council continues accepting fridge freezers at recycling centres but urges residents to use retailer take-back schemes due to a national…
Wakefield Council's new administration has delivered road improvements, saved £1.3 million on school uniforms, and is reviewing city centre regeneration…
Wakefield Council is backing Vico Homes to build 69 affordable rental and shared ownership homes on the former Castleford swimming baths site. Demolition…
Wakefield Council is offering culture grants of up to £1,500 for community groups and charities. Two application deadlines remain: 14 September and 9…
Heritage Open Days run 11-20 September across Wakefield. Explore Sandal Castle, Pontefract Castle dungeons, museums, libraries and more with guided tours…
Reform UK won 58 of 63 seats in May's Wakefield elections. Leader Karl Johnson has doubled road marking budgets and reversed the council's climate…
Wakefield Council is promoting the 30 Days, 30 Ways UK campaign throughout September to help residents prepare for emergencies including severe weather,…
Mayor Cllr Brian Moorhouse is abseiling down Wakefield Cathedral's 164-foot tower on 19 September to raise money for Stepping Stones Baby Bank.
Today in Wakefield: Discover Newmillerdam’s latest lakeside adventure, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Wakefield Council has unveiled a new mural in Ossett on Richmond's Butchers, featuring local landmarks including the Town Hall and Trinity Church spire.
Wakefield Council urges residents to leave barbecues at home after a rise in park fires this summer, including incidents at Notton Woods, Newland Country…
Today in Wakefield: Manslaughter charge after man's dog bite death, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Wakefield Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Young People has congratulated all students receiving GCSE results. Advice available for those…
Today in Wakefield: Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog dies, plus 2 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
Wakefield Council warns residents not to answer calls from 0345 603 1539. The council never contacts people from this number or requests card details by…
Wakefield Council now offers a WhatsApp channel for residents to receive council updates, service changes, and severe weather alerts directly to their…
Today in Wakefield: Investing in your roads - July 2026, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.