Baby Loss Awareness Week – 9 to 16 October
Baby Loss Awareness Week brings together bereaved parents and families to honour the babies whose lives were lost in pregnancy or early infancy, and raise awareness of baby loss.
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Works set to start on new environmentally-friendly depot in much-loved park
Work to build a new environmentally-friendly depot in Alexandra Park will start this Autumn – paving the way for a modern building with community facilities and opportunities.
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Helen Lockwood is leaving Oldham Council
One of Oldham Council’s most senior officers is set to leave the authority, to take up the post of Chief Executive at Bury Hospice.
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New equalities strategy agreed by Oldham Council
A new strategy to tackle inequalities and celebrate differences across our borough was officially agreed by Oldham Council earlier tonight (Wednesday 8 September).
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Council to consider Freedom of the Borough honour for Olympic champion Matt Walls
Olympic cycling champion Matt Walls is set to be awarded Honorary Freedom of the Borough status later tonight.
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New Chief Executive officially appointed by Oldham Council
A NEW chief executive for Oldham Council has been officially appointed at a special full council meeting on Wednesday 25 August.
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Oldham Council to appoint new Interim Chief Executive
Oldham Council is set to appoint a new Chief Executive at a special meeting of Full Council next week.
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Last call for resident ideas to improve Oldham
Oldham residents are being encouraged to contact their local councillors before Friday, in a final push for ideas that could improve the area they live in.
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Still looking good more than two years on
Two and a half years ago alleyways in an area of Coldhurst looked dirty and unwelcoming.
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Tia's time to shine as Youth Mayor
The borough’s 12th Youth Mayor, Tia Henderson has been sworn into office during a ceremony in Oldham Council’s chambers.
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Have your say on newly proposed electoral boundary recommendations for Oldham Council
New boundaries are being proposed for council wards in Oldham Council. The Local Government Boundary Commission wants to hear what residents and local organisations think about the proposals.
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New Oldham Council Leader unveils cabinet team
Oldham Council has unveiled a new Cabinet line-up to take the borough forward in 2021/22.
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HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, 1921-2021
The Mayor of Oldham, Cllr Ginny Alexander, has paid the following tribute to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh.
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Oldham Council underlines commitment to tackling racism and discrimination
Council adopts official definition of Islamophobia with Motion moved by Deputy Leader Cllr Arooj Shah at last night's Full Council meeting
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Your opinion counts: Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre consultation paving the way for redevelopment plans
Oldham Council has thanked the community for taking part in a consultation to help shape the redevelopment of Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre and Tommyfield Market.
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OLDHAM YOUNG PEOPLE ‘MAKE THEIR MARK’!
Oldham had the highest number of young people that took part in last year’s ‘Make Your Mark’ consultation.
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Oldham Council set to remember the missing soldiers from World War Two
Oldham Council is looking for the names of soldiers who are connected to Oldham during World War Two but whose names have been missed off the Municipal War memorials.
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Voters urged to register in time to have their say in May elections
On Thursday 6 May residents in Oldham will have their say on who represents them at the local and Greater Manchester mayoral elections.
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Failsworth land transferred to safeguard green lung and boost WWI memorial park
A parcel of open land has been gifted to Lower Memorial Park Trust to preserve an important green corridor in Failsworth.
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Census Day 2021 Is Almost Here
With Census Day on Sunday March 21 literally around the corner, Census 2021 is in full swing in Oldham
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Oldhamers asked to play their part as borough recovers from pandemic
The call comes after the Prime Minister outlined his roadmap out of lockdown.
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Oldham Council Cabinet approves lowest Council Tax increase in Greater Manchester
Oldham Council's Cabinet has approved the lowest Council Tax increase of any council in Greater Manchester.
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Tribute to former Mayoress Pauline Crowther
Well-respected former Mayoress, Pauline Crowther has died after being admitted to Fairfield Hospital.
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Learners get a tech boost with new tablet loan service from Oldham Lifelong Learning
Learners get a tech boost with new tablet loan service from Oldham Lifelong Learning
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Infrastructure works commence for latest tenant at Hollinwood Junction
Vital infrastructure works have begun at the £35m Hollinwood Junction regeneration project in Oldham to facilitate the newest arrival to the scheme.
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Alexandra Park Eco Centre takes a step forward with first phase of masterplan
The first phase of works to deliver a state-of-the-art Eco Centre in Alexandra Park will soon begin.
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Oldham Council prosecutes business for breaching food safety and hygiene regulations
Evidence of mouse droppings, dirty cooking equipment, poor cleanliness and accumulations of grease led to the successful prosecution of an Oldham food business during a recent Tameside Magistrates’ Co
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Selective Licensing Scheme – you can still have your say
Last year we launched a consultation to see if a selective licensing scheme for private landlords is needed in selected areas of the borough.
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Tribute to former Mayoress Kathleen Hudson
Former Mayoress, Kathleen Hudson, who dedicated her life to charity work and civic duties, has died after a short illness.
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£41 million Town Investment Plan submitted to boost town centre regeneration
Oldham Town Deal Board has submitted plans to secure £41 million funding as part of the Government’s Towns Fund.
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Oldham Council has prosecuted a takeaway after mouse and rat dropping were found on the premises
In November last year an officer from our environmental health team visited BBQ’d, Union Street for a routine food hygiene inspection.
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Kind-hearted PPE donation to Oldham Council
OLDHAM Council was glad to take delivery of a £100,000 of Covid Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) from a local business.
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Oldham Council Youth Service delivers outstanding service throughout the pandemic
Since the beginning of lockdown, six months ago, the Oldham Council Youth Service has been working hard to engage with Oldham’s young people.
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GMSF: Oldham to put brownfield first
Oldham to include more brownfield sites instead of green belt in spatial plan
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Statement from Leader of the Council Sean Fielding: Coronavirus
Sean Fielding, Leader of Oldham Council, said:
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Statement from Councilor Arooj Shah, Deputy Leader of Oldham Council, and cabinet member for Covid-19 recovery
Councillor Arooj Shah, Deputy Leader of Oldham Council and cabinet member for Covid-19 recovery, said:
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Plans to transform historic Egyptian Rooms into food hall
Oldham Council has submitted plans to transform a historic town hall space into an independent-style food market.
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Oldham bidding for £25 million town centre boost
Plans to secure £25 million to improve Oldham town centre have moved a step closer thanks to the Oldham Town Deal Board.
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Greater Manchester statement on George Floyd and Black Lives Matter
The callous murder of George Floyd on the streets of Minneapolis has sent shockwaves around the world which are being powerfully and painfully felt here in Greater Manchester.
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Mayor to remain in office
Councillor Ginny Alexander is set to continue as Oldham’s Mayor due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic.
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#SafeStreetsSaveLives
Leaders progress bold active travel plans as up to £5 million of emergency funding made available as part of coronavirus recovery
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Lighting firm lights up landmark for free to pay respects
A local lighting effects company has generously offered to light up Oldham Council’s Civic Centre tower for free as the borough pays its ongoing respect to the nation’s key workers.
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Coronavirus: Latest service updates and news
Following last night’s announcement by the Prime Minister a number of restrictions have been put in place to minimise the spread of infection and protect the health of the wider population.
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£306 million investment strategy set to be approved by Oldham Council
An ambitious plan to transform Oldham, including creating more than 2,000 new homes in the town centre, 1,000 new jobs and 100 apprenticeship opportunities, is set to be approved by Oldham Council.
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Councillors from all parties stand up to abuse
Councillors from Oldham Council’s three main political parties have come together to stand up to the growing levels of abuse public servants are experiencing.
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New Broadway Green link road work
The final stage of work on a major new link road leading to the £100m regeneration scheme at Broadway Green will start early next year.
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Oldham Council commits to standing up to end male violence against women
Today Oldham Council is marking White Ribbon Day by launching a bid to become White Ribbon accredited.
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Leader of Oldham Council’s review into historic safeguarding practices likely to form part of a wider Greater Manchester review
The Leader of Oldham Council’s review into historical safeguard processes is likely to form part of major work that is being carried across Greater Manchester to strengthen safeguarding practices.
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Oldham
With everything ‘yule’ need this Christmas on your doorstep, there’s no better place to be than Oldham at the most wonderful time of year.
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Schools take action to tackle local traffic issues
Two primary schools in Lees have recently joined forces to tackle some of the issues caused by traffic in their local area by introducing their own Walk to School Week.
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Take part and volunteer with Oldham Council's heritage and arts services
Oldham Council is now making it even easier for residents to volunteer with Oldham’s arts, heritage, libraries and music services.
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Flag tribute to emergency services
Oldham Council has today paid tribute to those who have lost their lives working for the emergency services with a special flag raising ceremony.
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Our Oldham exhibition could help make a real change
Our young people have been working to help boost their own mental health and wellbeing – while at the same time looking to raise money for a pioneering new initiative aimed at helping people who are h
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Fast Grants applications reopen to improve local communities
Do you have a great idea on how to improve your local area?
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New Youth Mayor takes the chains of office
Oldham’s new Youth Mayor is pledging to represent the voices of local young people and tackle the issues that are important to them.
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Local Improvement Fund approved by cabinet
Oldham Council has approved a new £500,000 fund designed to help local communities with capital projects.
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Nominations are open for our stars
Nominations are now open to celebrate the achievements of Oldham’s children looked after and care leavers.
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Prince’s Gate at Oldham Mumps – Travelodge signs up to join Lidl
Oldham Council can reveal that major UK hotel chain Travelodge has signed a deal to join Lidl as anchor tenants at the Prince’s Gate development.
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Oldham Council Leader unveils new cabinet team for 2018/19
Oldham Council is set to get a new Cabinet line-up to lead the borough in 2019/20.
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Oldham set for first-ever female Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Oldham is set to appoint two women as its new Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the first time in the borough’s history.
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Oldham backs national campaign to promote good oral health
Oldham Council is encouraging residents to do their bit and take part in National Smile Month (Monday 13 May and Thursday 13 June).
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Join Oldham's Health Awarness Day
Oldham Library is hosting the ninth Health Awareness Day for local residents on Saturday, May 18.
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Discover your local area as part of the Greater Manchester Walking Festival
Oldham Council is inviting you to step out into the great outdoors and discover walks in your local area as part of the annual Greater Manchester Walking Festival.
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Register to vote for local elections
Don’t forget to register to vote to ensure you can have your say in May’s local elections.
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Smokefree policy set to help staff and residents
Oldham Council is becoming smoke free from April 1, helping to safeguard staff, residents and other visitors from the harms caused by smoking.
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Making Oldham town centre more accessible
Oldham Council is asking local people how they think access into and around the town centre could be made easier.
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Late-night arts festival to ‘Illuminate’ Oldham
See Oldham in a new light as four of the town centre’s most iconic venues play host to the borough’s late-night arts festival, Illuminate, on Friday 22 February (6-9pm).
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Consultation on the Oldham Town Centre Conservation Plan
Oldham Council is holding a consultation on a Draft Oldham Town Centre Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan (CAAMP) Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).
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Oldham schools invited to compete in 'Oldham Gotta Dance 2019'
Oldham Sport Development are looking to recruit school dance groups for their annual schools dance competition Oldham’s Gotta Dance 2019 taking place on Wednesday 27th March.
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Get Oldham Working creates more than 8,000 opportunities in 5 years
Oldham Council’s Get Oldham Working (GOW) team have now created 8,330 work-related opportunities since 2013 – and their offer to residents continues to grow.
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Hundreds of jobs on offer at Get Oldham Working jobs fair
More than 600 job-related opportunities will be on show at the annual Get Oldham Working (GOW) jobs fair.
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Illegal cigs land trap door trio in court
Oldham Council’s Trading Standards have prosecuted three people who were part of an illegal cigarette selling swindle involving a trap door.
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Important information for voters in local elections in St James
Voters in the St James ward are reminded that two seats are up for election when they go to the polls on Thursday, May 22.
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Interactive public question time
Oldham Council is again asking residents to join in next week’s Full Council meeting from the comfort of their own homes.
