Local and National News from Friday, October 9th, 2026

The Government has approved the massive Green Hill Solar Farm development despite objections over the loss of agricultural land, its impact on wildlife and the surrounding countryside.

Hundreds of police officers carried out 20 warrants during a major operation targeting suspected serious criminal activity, resulting in 20 arrests and nine people facing a combined 49 charges.

Inspectors have highlighted strong relationships with young people, excellent education support and positive progress in reducing reoffending, although Calderdale's Youth Justice Service has been rated as requiring improvement.

A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to 21 months in prison after deliberately ramming a police vehicle with two officers inside, causing more than £6,000 worth of damage.