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News
New electoral systems could cost Kirklees’ politicians votes.
The number of people registered to vote has fallen by more than 1,200 in Kirklees in just one year following the introduction of anti-fraud measures.
Figures released by the Office for National Statistics showed there were 300,519 electors in the area in December 2014 - but only 299,300 in December 2015, a fall of 1,219.
News
Having a single emergency care centre in Huddersfield – instead of Halifax – could save the number of hours critically ill patients spend in ambulances.
A travel report, commissioned by health chiefs behind the hospital shake-up plan, found that 1,200 ambulance hours per year could be saved if Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI) had the area’s only emergency care unit.
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News
A massive drive has begun to save Huddersfield Carnival.
The iconic event has lost its funding after Kirklees Council scrapped a £78,000 grant for the event.
And that means there are bound to be doubts the huge event can go ahead as planned on July 8 and 9.
Huddersfield Mp Barry Sheerman has hit back at criticism of his absence from Saturday’s huge rally over the A & E plans.
The MP was at a family function in Wales and was unable to join thousands of protesters who gathered in St George’s Square for a rally and march.
But he confirmed he had told organisers he would be unable to attend some weeks ago when the rally date was first agreed.
Traffic
We have a broken down vehicle and traffic between junctions 33 and 32A on the M62 westbound near the Ferrybridge power station, with the hard shoulder and lane 1 closed. Normal traffic isn’t expected to resume until 4pm, so be wary if you’re heading back towards Huddersfield from East Yorkshire this afternoon.
Local news
Sponsors for this year’s Huddersfield Carnival are needed urgently.
Organisers say without them, the event will not be able to go ahead. Can you help?
Hands off HRI
Despite the incredible turnout to the HRI rally on Saturday, MP Barry Sheerman was unable to make it.
FOOD
If that headline didn’t grab your attention enough this lunchtime, why not follow reporter Robert Sutcliffe as he embarks on a lunch to remember.
He has pulled the long straw and is reviewing the burgers at new Lindley joint PAX Burger.
Follow his mouth-watering updates here.
Crime
Police are appealing for information after an elderly lady was burgled at her home in Heckmondwike.
The burglary happened on Wednesday, 24th February when two men approached her home on Chapel Avenue.
After distracting her by asking for a glass of water and to use the toilet, the suspects took the woman’s wallet while inside the property.
Cash was also taken.
The suspects have been described as white and aged 30 to 40. One was slim build, 5ft 7”, short black hair and clean shaven, and the second was medium build, clean shaven and wearing a white t-shirt and jacket. Both men are said not to have a local accent.
This incident happened between 2.30 and 2.45 in the afternoon. If you have any information, please contact Kirklees CID via 101 quoting reference 13160082398 or call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
NEWS
Let’s have a look at some of the headlines from around the UK so far today.
Children could be left without school places if councils are not given more powers to deal with increasing demand, town hall bosses have warned.
The Local Government Association has issued a fresh call for authorities to be handed the ability to open new secondary schools, or force academies - which are not under council control - to expand.
Ten of the UK’s top 12 economically struggling cities are in the North, according to new research.
Rochdale, Blackburn, Hull and Bradford were amongst those listed by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, which is calling on city leaders to harness their new economic powers and resources to create opportunities for the people and places who have previously been left behind.
Beatrix Potter’s mischievous Peter Rabbit is to become the first children’s literary character to appear on a UK coin.
The anthropomorphic vegetable thief will feature on a silver 50p released to mark the 150th anniversary of the author’s birth in 1866.
The Royal Mint said three more Potter characters will feature on special edition coins released later in the year to complete a four-piece set.
M62
Reports of debris on road on M621 Westbound between J1 A6110 (Beeston/Farnley) and M62 J27 / A650 / A62 (Gildersome).
Heavy traffic on M62 Westbound between J21 A640 (Milnrow) and J18 M60 / M66 (Simister Island).
TRAVEL
Take care if travelling through Leeds via train to Bradford Forster Square, Skipton or Ilkley this morning, as signalling problems are leading to train cancellations.
TRAFFIC
Heavy traffic on M62 Eastbound near J23 A640 / A643 (Huddersfield).
Queueing traffic on M606 Northbound at J3 A6036 Rooley Avenue / A6177 Rooley Lane / Staithgate Lane (Staygate Roundabout).
Heavy traffic on M62 Westbound between J21 A640 (Milnrow) and J18 M60 / M66 (Simister Island).
Slow traffic on A58 Wharf Street in both directions at A6139 Tuel Lane.
Queueing traffic on A58 Whitehall Road in both directions at A641 Huddersfield Road (Hellfire Crossroads).
Hello
Good morning, everyone! And welcome to a very frosty Monday morning.
Let’s start off with our front page story today, which covered the massive save Huddersfield’s A&E march at the weekend.
It has been lauded as the biggest post war demonstration to have ever been held in the town.
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