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May 2020
Wed 27 May 2020
Garden waste will be collected on a monthly basis for the next two collections and households will receive their first collection between 9 June and 3 July.
Wed 27 May 2020
Wakefield Council is extending free parking at all of its car parks across the district until 15 June.
Wed 27 May 2020
Wakefield Council has been working to ensure that local businesses follow the latest Government guidance during the coronavirus outbreak.
Wed 27 May 2020
Wakefield Council’s Food Hub has distributed 400 Easter eggs to residents in the district who are eligible for food parcels.
Tue 26 May 2020
Wakefield Council's outdoor markets will re-open to all traders from Monday 1 June.
Mon 25 May 2020
The consultation is providing people with the chance to have their say on how the implementation of the deal would work as well as sharing the proposals and ambitions.
Wed 20 May 2020
Wakefield Council will resume garden waste collections with a temporary, revised schedule from mid-June.
Mon 18 May 2020
Wakefield's Director of Public Health is reminding people of some of the key actions they can take to help control the spread of the coronavirus.
Mon 18 May 2020
Carers in the Wakefield district are stepping up to provide exceptional care during the coronavirus outbreak.
Sun 17 May 2020
The Leader of Wakefield Council is calling on the Government to step away from the date it has given to reopen schools.
Sun 17 May 2020
Tomorrow evening will see the start of the Wakefield Clock Tower being lit up each Tuesday in green.
Sun 17 May 2020
Wakefield Council is this week investing almost £50,000 in creative individuals and cultural organisations.
Thu 14 May 2020
Wakefield Council is highlighting the incredible work of foster carers during the coronavirus outbreak as it marks this year's Foster Care Fortnight (11-24 May).
Thu 14 May 2020
Everyone is being asked to share more kindness next week, as Wakefield marks Mental Health Week under lockdown from coronavirus.
Wed 13 May 2020
Cllr Denise Jeffery has expressed her immense gratitude to residents as the district pulls together in the fight against coronavirus.
Tue 12 May 2020
All public events due to take place before the end of June in Council venues will be postponed.
Mon 11 May 2020
Wakefield Council is reopening some outdoor services from tomorrow (Wednesday 13 May) in response to the latest Government guidance.
Mon 11 May 2020
New regulations set out by Government remove the requirement for any or all attendees of the meeting to be physically present in the same room.
Mon 11 May 2020
The Council is providing a ‘one-stop shop’ which sign-posts residents to the right help and support they need for their money worries, all in one place.
Sun 10 May 2020
Wakefield Council’s key decision makers are set to agree the next steps as part of the £1.8billion West Yorkshire devolution deal.
Sun 10 May 2020
'Relationship Matters' is a new website offering families information, tips and help on how to overcome relationship difficulties.
Tue 05 May 2020
Residents are being asked to only visit the HWRC if it is absolutely necessary.
Tue 05 May 2020
Wakefield Council is asking everyone to play their part in safeguarding children and recognise where families need support.
Mon 04 May 2020
The new scheme laid out by Government will mean the Council can tailor the grants to meet local needs better.
Sun 03 May 2020
Wakefield Council has created a unique party pack so that people can celebrate the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe.
Thu 30 Apr 2020
The funding will support innovation within the live events industry and its supply chain through the development of a specialist hub.
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