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Grange Moor Christmas Tree
The tree has had to be moved from its normal spot and will be by St Bartholomew's Church this year. Thanks to Kirklees for sorting out the electricity and sockets so quickly and to the PCC for permission. We hope you enjoy singing carols around it in the new position.
Parish Council to consider next year's budget
The Council will soon be looking at its spending proposals for the next financial year, which starts in April. Do you have any views on what the Council should or should not spend money on? Let us know what you would like your Parish Council to do next year. All views will be considered.
Calendar of Community Events
As we enter into the pre-Christmas season, lots of community groups are busy planning their Christmas Fayres and other festive events, many of which are essential fundraisers for good causes. Why not send us details of your events, and we will publicise them on the website free of charge.

Welcome to Kirkburton Parish Council

Burton Village Hall

Northfield Lane

Highburton

Huddersfield   HD8 0QT


Tel: 01484 604391

Email: clerk@kbpc.co.uk


Clerk to the Council  :  Angela Royle  


Forthcoming Meetings


Thursday 21 November
7.30 pm : Management & Finance Committee

Thursday 5 December
7.30 pm : Council

Unless otherwise stated the meetings will be held at Burton Village Hall.  There will be a public participation session at the beginning of all Council and Committee meetings, when people can speak for up to 3 minutes on any issue which falls within the Council's / Committee's  remit, with the total session lasting a maximum of 15 minutes. All meetings are open to the public, although contributions from the public are legally restricted to the Public Participation item. 


However, sometimes items need to be taken in private if the discussion involves disclosure of personal information or details of a future contract.  The decisions taken in private sessions are public knowledge and will be included in the minutes.

The agenda will normally be available about a week beforehand from the Meetings Page

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VE Day 75th Anniversary Grants














Grants are now available for community groups, which have plans to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May 2020.  This could be an event, or a more long-lasting project, such as a plaque or a memorial garden.  To make an application please see the rules and complete a form - both documents are available to download below.  The maximum grant is £250.  Grants are restricted to one per village.  Forms are also available from the Clerk and your local Councillor.



Deadline Dates:
Applications must be received with all necessary information by  Friday 6 March 2020.  Late applications will automatically be refused.