HUDDERSFIELD has gone green – thanks to the first official Green Day.

Huddersfield University held a day of activities yesterday, including market stalls from fair trade and recycling companies.

There was also a clean-up session for the town’s Broad Canal.

The Mayor of Kirklees, Clr Julie Stewart-Turner, was also on hand to pick the best of a special art event, showcasing more than 40 students’ work.

There was also an election hustings special held in a lecture theatre.

Details: www.huddersfieldstudent.com/greenday