And last night writer Sally Wainwright, creator of a number of much-loved television series, was given the freedom of the borough.
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The honour, Calderdale Council said, was in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the area.
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The BAFTA-winning writer has placed the district on the international stage, with her acclaimed dramas including Gentleman Jack, Happy Valley and Last Tango in Halifax.
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Gentleman Jack, which tells the story of diarist Anne Lister, has showcased Calderdale to global audiences, boosting visitor numbers at her 19th century home, Shibden Hall, and the rest of the borough.
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