Kirklees Council pick up two awards at bash

Dec 1 2008 by Andrew Hirst, Huddersfield Daily Examiner

KIRKLEES has scored successes in regional awards.

The council came first in one category and second in two others at the Yorkshire and Humber Making a Difference Awards.

The pioneering work of Birstall Library and Information Centre won the Outstanding Contribution As A Team category.

The centre piloted the programme of establishing a network of one-point-of-call library and information centres that are successfully being developed across Kirklees.

Clr Liz Smaje, council Cabinet member for leisure and neighbourhood services, said: “The award recognises the excellent work carried out by the team at Birstall Library and Information Centre and the many partners they work with.

“To be recognised at a regional level is a great achievement and is testament to their commitment and hard work.

“To win an award this year was even more difficult than usual, with a record number of nominations being submitted.”