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Calderdale Council rescinds climate-emergency declaration

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  • Calderdale Council voted to rescind its climate-emergency declaration.
  • The Reform-led administration, which won a May majority, passed the motion.
  • Councillor Connor Dent said the declaration wasted staff time that could help residents.
  • Council allocated £150 million for retrofits and flood work.
  • Opponents claim the Holmfield battery ignored locals and 90 % want action.