Say hello to 21st century phone boxes

HUDDERSFIELD and Dewsbury town centres could soon be getting modern payphone kiosks that are equipped with defibrillators.

- By ABIGAIL MARLOW

The plans, from New World Payphones (NWP), have been submitted to Kirklees Council and seek permission to install the new-look phone boxes in five locations across the two towns. These are as follows:

■ Opposite 10 Foundry Street, Dewsbury

■ Outside 17-17A King Street, Huddersfield

■ Outside 30 John William Street, Huddersfield

■ Outside 36 New Street, Huddersfield

■ Outside 112-118 New Street, Huddersfield

The local authority is expected to reach a decision by January 6 following a period of public consultation.