Ceremony recognises long-serving council staff

NINE Calderdale Council employees serving for a total of more than 200 years have been recognised for the difference they have made.

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The Long Service Awards, held at Halifax Town Hall on Tuesday, October 7, celebrated staff who have worked there for 25+ years.

The Mayor of Calderdale, Cllr Steven Leigh, hosted the ceremony, joined by the leader of the council, cabinet members, the chief executive and members of the leadership team.

The long-serving staff received their recognition awards from the Mayor, and stories were told about their varied roles - from transport to social work - all having an impact on Calderdale people's lives.

Cllr Leigh said: “Congratulations to all the employees receiving their long service awards. Giving 25+ years of service to Calderdale is a wonderful achievement.

“In my role as mayor, I see every day the impact that council and community services have on local people. It was an honour to hear the long-serving employees’ stories and to thank them in person”

Robin Tuddenham, Calderdale Council's chief executive, said: “All nine staff members should feel really proud for devoting their working life to public services, and for how well they've adapted to all the changes that have made this a very different council from the one they started at 25 years ago.