COUNCILLORS have made a new promise to children.

Kirklees Council has produced a 13-point pledge for young people in its care.

The promise includes helping children stay healthy and providing them with safe accommodation.

The council’s Cabinet member for young people, Clr Ken Smith said: “The pledge is part of the council’s priority to enhance life chances for children – it has been created so that young people can take advantage of the support and opportunities available to them.”

For more information visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/LAC2/pdf/PledgeLeaflet.pdf.