Oldham Council confirms Timewise accreditation
Oldham Council has secured a new accreditation for its support for flexible working, becoming the first council in Greater Manchester to do so.
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Full Council postponed because "it's coming home"
Oldham Council is set to ‘postpone’ its Full Council meeting on Wednesday to avoid clashing with England’s World Cup Semi-Final game.
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Hollinwood Junction - work set to start
Exciting £35 million plans to deliver 30-acres of employment space, community leisure and housing in Hollinwood have moved a step closer with work to dismantle a redundant gasholder on the site set to
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Get Oldham Working celebrates Festival of Ageing
Get Oldham Working is hosting a fringe event, titled ‘Generation working together in Oldham’, as part of Greater Manchester’s Festival of Ageing campaign.
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Oldham’s Classic Car Show returns with ‘roarsome’ entertainment
Gear up for a day of ‘roarsome’ automotive-themed entertainment as Oldham welcomes the return of its annual Classic Car Show.
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Oldham Council fines landlords without licences
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a number of private landlords who failed to obtain licenses for the properties they rent out.
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Thousands perform at Oldham Schools' Music Festival
Musicians from all schools across Oldham took to the stage at the Queen Elizabeth Hall last week to celebrate the wealth of talent and opportunity in the borough.
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Oldham Music Centre pupils hitting all the right notes
A talented young musician, taught at Oldham Music Centre, has been chosen to play at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
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Oldham Youth Council recognised by the Queen
Oldham Youth Council is to be recognised with the prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.
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Oldham Town Centre will be alive with the sound of music
Hundreds of Oldham’s best and brightest young and community musicians are set to get the town centre rocking at this year’s Summer Festival.
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Independent Quarter is still the business
Oldham Council Leader, Sean Fielding, is pledging that local independent businesses remain a major priority and will play a key role in regenerating the town centre.
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Oldham Council set for new political leadership team
Oldham Council is set to appoint a new political leadership team today promising “energy and real ambition” for the borough.
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On your marks, gets set, foster
To celebrate Foster Care Fortnight (May 14-27), Oldham Council’s Fostering Service will be taking over Chadderton Hall parkrun on Saturday 19 May.
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Oldham backs national campaign to promote good oral health
Oldham Council is asking residents to do their bit and back a nation-wide oral health campaign that promotes improving and maintaining a healthy mouth.
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Career and Apprenticeship Fair open to all
Oldham Council is reminding residents of Get Oldham Working’s Career and Apprenticeship Fair, following two recent closure announcements.
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Felled tree transformed into heron sculpture
Oldham Council is inviting residents to celebrate the completion of a natural wooden sculpture in Uppermill Gardens this Easter.
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Council leader visits Ageing Well Oldham
Oldham Council Leader Cllr Jean Stretton has visited Ageing Well Oldham – a new initiative to help residents over 50 further their careers, get help with business funding and improve overall health.
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Lees Park ECO Centre to open
Oldham Council is inviting residents to join in the opening celebrations of the Lees Park Environment, Community and Opportunities (ECO) Centre.
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Spring hops into Parliament Square
Oldham Council and the Town Centre Business Partnership are inviting residents to Parliament Square for the annual Easter-themed event, Spring into Oldham.
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Take your next step at the Career and Apprenticeship Fair
Explore hundreds of opportunities across various employment sectors at the next Get Oldham Working (GOW) Career and Apprenticeship Fair.
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Spring clean with Bulky Bob's - at home and at work
Bulky Bob’s is relaunching the bulky household waste collection service in Oldham with a new van, a new Bob and a new service for businesses.
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Local elections on May 3. Are you registered to vote?
Oldham Council has urged residents to ensure they’re registered to vote ahead of the local elections in May.
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Support for the over 50s: Ageing Well Oldham
Oldham Council is launching Ageing Well Oldham – an initiative to help residents over the age of 50 further their career, get help with business funding and improve overall health and wellbeing.
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Oldham Council one of first in region to implement taxi driver qualifications
Oldham Council is one of the first local authorities in the region to make it mandatory for private hire and hackney carriage drivers to hold a Road Passenger Transport qualification.
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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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CCTV to protect residents in Royton and Uppermill
CCTV cameras have been installed in Uppermill and Royton centres to further protect the safety of residents and visitors.
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Oldham raises awareness of Hate Crime
Workshops, information stalls and activities are taking place across the borough this week as Oldham takes part in Greater Manchester’s Hate Crime Awareness Week (5 – 9 February 2018).
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Royton’s good samaritan students get mayoral recognition
Three girls from Royton and Crompton Secondary School have been recognised by the Mayor of Oldham for leaping to the aid of an injured woman.
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Looking at the bigger picture to improve health
There’s great work taking place in Oldham to tackle the many issues that have an impact on the health and wellbeing of residents.
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Is your bin collection day changing over Christmas?
Oldham Council is informing residents that some bin collection dates will change over the Christmas period.
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Don't be left in the cold this winter
The temperature has dropped and it’s more important than ever to make sure your home is heated properly.
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Royton Town Hall: Public consultation launched
Oldham Council is launching a public consultation on its proposals for Royton Town Hall and Library.
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Oldham Council Deputy Leader honoured for services to local government
Oldham Council’s Deputy Leader has received his MBE at Buckingham Palace.
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Oldham flourishes in North West in Bloom Awards
We have once again scooped the Best City prize at the Royal Horticultural Society’s prestigious North West in Bloom competition.
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Oldham Council praised for helping residents save money on energy bills
Oldham Council is the best council in the country for supporting community energy projects.
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Oldham Council urges UC rethink
Oldham Council leaders have met with Department of Work and Pensions officials to urge a rethink on Universal Credit (UC).
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Public Health Chiefs visit Oldham
Oldham welcomed the Chief Executive of Public Health England yesterday to discuss the great work going on in the borough and priorities moving forward.
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Research School launches in Oldham
A ‘Research School’ is being launched to boost the quality of teaching in Oldham.
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Oldham Town Centre Masterplan - Consultation dates announced
Oldham Council has announced a full schedule of dates and venues for the public consultation on its plans for a new look town centre.
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Oldham Town Centre Masterplan - Consultation dates announced
Oldham Council has announced a full schedule of dates and venues for the public consultation on its plans for a new look town centre.
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Residents drive up Oldham's recycling rate
Residents are answering Oldham Council’s call to go green and help boost the borough’s recycling rates.
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Oldham Council announce Redrow Homes as site developers at Counthill
Oldham Council has announced its preferred construction partner to redevelop the former Counthill school site.
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Oldham Council named ‘Employer of the Year’
Oldham Council has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ as part of The Growth Company’s first ever Skills for Employment Awards Ceremony.
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Prime Oldham development sites coming to market
Oldham Council is bringing two development sites to market, both in prime locations on the edge of the town centre.
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New Oldham Coliseum Theatre gets the green light from planners
Plans for a new Coliseum Theatre have been approved in a move that will see it occupying a stunning new state-of-the-art facility in Oldham town centre.
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Sensory room opens its doors
A sensory room has opened at an extra care scheme in Coldhurst.
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Dear Oldham...
Oldham Council is asking young people to help shape Oldham’s future.
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Free cooking classes help prevent diabetes
Oldham residents have been cooking their way to good health in a series of free classes.
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Oldham Council and Langtree sign development agreement unlocking £35m project and 760 new jobs
Oldham Council and developer Langtree are ready to bring forward the Hollinwood Junction project that will see 760 new jobs created.
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Help contribute towards Oldham's Local Plan
As Oldham Council starts work preparing its Local Plan (LP) we are asking residents how they think the borough should develop in coming years.
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Flower Festival blooms in Parliament Square
Parliament Square will be blossoming with the beauties of nature when the annual Oldham Flower Festival returns to the town centre.
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Oldham Dance Splash returns
The annual Oldham Dance Splash event, organised by Oldham Sport Development, will once again take place at The Oldham Coliseum on Wednesday 5 July.
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Oldham's tenth annual vintage and classic car show returns
Oldham town centre is gearing up for the annual Vintage and Classic Car Show.
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Your Oldham. Your Street Party. Your Hamper.
Oldham Council is working in partnership with the Tesco Oldham stores to bring ‘hampers of fun’ to party organisers across the borough.
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New Youth Mayor takes the chains of office
Marouf Ahmed has been sworn in as the Youth Mayor of Oldham.
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A Curious Turn: moving mechanical sculpture
A new touring exhibition curated by the Crafts Council comes to Gallery Oldham from July 8 to September 2.
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Oldham Council announces new partnership with Timewise
Oldham Council has announced a new partnership with flexible working experts, Timewise.
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Co-operative Market Street comes to Oldham
Oldham Council will be hosting a co-operative street market, as part of the Your Oldham Festival
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Royal honour for Deputy Leader, Abdul Jabbar
Councillor Abdul Jabbar has been made an MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
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Former Oldham council officer awarded OBE
Oldham Council has sent congratulations to its former Head of Lifelong Learning after she was awarded an honour from the Queen.
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Our message to residents living in high rise blocks in Oldham
Cllr Barbara Brownridge, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods and Cooperatives, said: “Our thoughts are with those affected by the tragic fire in London.
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Oldham Council gains new disability employer accreditation
Oldham Council has been awarded Disability Confident employer status.
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Edgelands: Emilie Taylor at Gallery Oldham
Emilie Taylor’s brand new exhibition, Edgelands, has opened at Gallery Oldham.
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A vision for Prince's Gate at Mumps
Oldham Council is set to choose a private developer to take on and deliver the Prince's Gate at Oldham Mumps scheme.
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Men’s Health Week 12-18 June
Oldham Council is encouraging men to look after their health and is raising awareness of the issue as part of Men’s Health Week.
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Burnley Brow encourages healthy eating with new community garden
Burnley Brow Community School has officially opened a new community garden to reinforce the benefits of healthy eating and outdoor exercise.
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Let's explore outdoors as part of National Bookstart Week
Oldham Council libraries are celebrating National Bookstart Week with a range of events throughout the week.
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The greatest free show on earth continues to attract worldwide attention
This year’s Whit Friday band contests are set to attract thousands of people to the borough – including musicians from as far afield as Switzerland and Australia.
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Follow the Thread exhibition celebrates Oldham’s industrial past
A fascinating exhibition has launched at Gallery Oldham celebrating Oldham’s proud industrial past.
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Win cinema tickets for the family and save money on your energy bill
Oldham Council is giving residents the chance to win cinema tickets for the family when they book an appointment with the Warm Homes Oldham scheme.
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Statement from Oldham Council Leader, Jean Stretton
“Last night’s events at the Manchester Arena are utterly devastating.
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Organise Your Own Street Party with the 'Event in a Box'
Oldham Council is making it even easier for you to organise and enjoy a street party with your neighbours.
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Oldham Council Aims to Bloom in the Champions of Champions
Oldham Council is launching our annual Bloom and Grow campaign – and we aim to be crowned ‘Champions of Champions’ in the Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom UK Finals.
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Young people have their say on mental health
A group of young people from Oldham have delivered recommendations on how we can deal better with mental health.
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It's foster care fortnight
Oldham Council is asking residents to do something incredible and foster a local child or young person.
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Oldham candidates nominated for General Election 2017
Nominations closed at 4pm today for candidates intending to stand in the General Election on Thursday, June 8.
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Funding available for local youth projects and organisations
Oldham Council is giving local organisations the opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 in funding to improve the borough for young people.
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Lawbreakers prosecuted by Oldham Council
Oldham Council is continuing its tough stance on people who continue to flout laws and blight the borough.
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Welcome to the live@thelibrary Summer 2017 season
Discover a world of comedy, drama, live music, new writing and storytelling at Oldham Library as the popular live@thelibrary returns for its summer season.
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Oldham is an energy efficiency champion
Oldham Council has been named the North West’s energy efficiency Council of the Year.
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Oldham Library to host first-ever Comic Con
Oldham Library is hosting its first-ever Comic Con event where everyone is invited to meet their friendly local superheroes for free.
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Warm Homes Oldham changes lives
Summer is around the corner but the award-winning Warm Homes Oldham scheme is still helping residents to save money on their energy bill.
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Oldham Council celebrates achievements of cared-for children
Over 300 cared-for children and young people were nominated for an award at Oldham Council’s annual Stars in Our Eyes event.
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Care and support staff who go the extra mile
An Oldham Council care and support provider has recognised an outstanding employee for taking it upon himself to help local disadvantaged people into work.
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Landlords prosecuted in housing improvement push
Oldham Council has prosecuted a number of landlords in a push to improve the standard of housing across the borough.
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Free cooking classes to prevent diabetes
Oldham Council is delivering free healthy cooking classes to help residents reduce their risk of developing diabetes.
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Tommy's market raffle returns for Easter
Oldham Council is offering shoppers another opportunity to get their hands on some amazing prizes as Tommy’s Market Raffle returns this Easter.
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Oldham Council hungry to help local food chain
Oldham Council is developing a recipe for success using innovation to create a sustainable local food chain.
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Getting Oldham active in 2017
To mark the start of 2017 Oldham Council asked residents to share their “healthy selfies” – and we’ve picked our favourite.
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Oldham's Health and Wellbeing Board signs NHS statement of support for tobacco control
Oldham Health and Wellbeing Board is committed more than ever to reducing smoking levels in the borough after signing the NHS statement of support for tobacco control.
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Royton restaurant fined £12,000 for food hygiene breaches
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a Royton restaurant after inspectors found an uncontrolled cockroach infestation and poor cleaning standards.
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Unemployed residents gain new green skills
Oldham Council has been helping residents to go green and supporting them to gain new skills – increasing their chances of gaining employment.
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Oldham Council strengthens social care workforce
Oldham Council is working in collaboration with charity Frontline to develop social workers to help improve the lives of vulnerable children.
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Death of Royton North councillor Tony Larkin
It is with great sadness that Oldham Council announces the passing of long-serving Royton North councillor, Tony Larkin.
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Oldham's 'hop'tastic beer festival returns this month
Oldham’s annual Beer Festival is back for its 29th year and we’re encouraging everyone to sample the amazing range of popular brews on offer at the Queen Elizabeth Hall.
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Registration reminder as Mayoral Election countdown commences
The official countdown to the election to choose the first ever Greater Manchester Mayor has begun
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Oldham Council warns residents to prepare for Universal Credit rollout
Oldham Council has warned benefit claimants to prepare for the Government’s rollout of Universal Credit.
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Pay your Council Tax by direct debit and you could win a share of £1,000
Oldham Council is giving residents a chance to win a share of £1,000.
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Oldham Council extends support for care leavers
Oldham Council is set to increase support for young people leaving the care system by making them exempt from Council Tax.
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Autism Awareness Week 2017
Oldham Council is working to increase awareness and understanding of autism across the borough.
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Gallery Oldham announces "The Oldham Open 2017"
Gallery Oldham is inviting local artists to submit work to the ever popular ‘Oldham Open’.
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Fly-tipper fined for dumped waste
Oldham Council has fined another resident for fly-tipping after she dumped her waste in an alleyway.
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Oldham's Ability Roadshow
Oldham youngsters with disabilities and additional needs are set to try their hand at a variety of sports in special four-day roadshow.
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Warning over Council Tax refund scams
Oldham Council is warning residents to be on their guard after reports emerged of a series of new Council Tax scams.
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Firm ordered to pay more than £158,000 following prosecution
A Shaw company has been ordered to pay more than £158,000 after it was prosecuted by Oldham Council for breaching health and safety at work legislation.
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Oldham to compete in 2017 RHS Britain in Bloom Awards
Work is well underway as Oldham prepares to take part in the Champion of Champions category in the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals 2017.
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£4million to back Oldham business
A £4 million fund is being invested in Oldham to help the next generation of local entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground.
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Springhead heroes to be honoured
Oldham Council is set to commemorate two historically significant Springhead heroes.
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Oldham Council set to finalise budget for 2017/18 and confirm 3.99 per cent Council Tax rise
Oldham Council is set to vote to finalise its 2017/18 budget which includes a rise in Council Tax.
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Failsworth East by-election result
A by-election result was held on Thursday, February 16 in the Failsworth East ward of Oldham Council following the decision by Jim McMahon to step down and concentrate on his duties as an MP.
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Union Street West footbridge reopened after refurbishment
Oldham Council has reopened Union Street West footbridge after works to improve its appearance.
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Oldham Council recognised for its support for Reservists
Oldham Council has been acknowledged for its commitment and support for those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces.
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Let's get growing
A free, family friendly community event is taking place in Oldham to help bring together people interested in growing.
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Appeal for family of Victoria Cross war hero to come forward
Oldham Council is appealing for the family of a Victoria Cross recipient from the First World War to come forward as it prepares to honour his outstanding acts of bravery.
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Oldham helps to raise awareness of hate crime
Several workshops and seminars are available across the borough this week as Oldham takes part in Greater Manchester’s Hate Crime Awareness Week (6 – 12 February 2017).
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"Illuminate" arts festival comes to Oldham
See Oldham in a new light as three of the town centre’s iconic venues play host to the borough’s first late-night arts festival, Illuminate.
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Oldham Youths 'Listen to the Earth' as part of Holocaust Memorial Day
Oldham Youth Council and Oldham Theatre Workshop members took part in an educational trip to Poland to learn about the Holocaust.
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New workshops at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham will be holding a number of textile based workshops to celebrate the On the Grid exhibition by artist Ann Sutton, which runs until 4 March.
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Cabinet decision on Link Centre
Oldham Council’s Cabinet tonight made a decision on the future of the Link Centre following an in-depth consultation.
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The Tooth Place fills a gap in the Independent Quarter
Oldham’s Independent Quarter has got off to a flying start in 2017 with another new business setting up roots in the area.
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Candidates nominated for the Failsworth East by-election
Nominations closed at 4pm today for candidates intending to stand in the by-election to be held next month in Failsworth East.
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OLDHAM TO MARK HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2017
Oldham will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day with services across the borough on Friday 27 January.
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Oldham Education and Skills Commission a year on
One year on from the publication of the Oldham Education and Skills Commission (OESC) report big improvements are already visible - but there is still much work to be done.
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Discover a world of comedy, drama, new writing and storytelling at live@thelibrary’s spanking new season
As usual Oldham Council libraries are offering a packed programme of events and activities for all ages to enjoy. Running from January through to April we really do have something for everyone.
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A Big Big exhibition at Gallery Oldham
The extraordinary Big Big Camera has been in the collections of Gallery Oldham for many years.
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Road closures for funeral procession
The funeral of Helena Kotlarova and Zaneta Krokova, the two girls who died in the tragic road traffic accident on New Year’s Eve on Ashton Road, is taking place on Monday.
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Failsworth East by-election - Thursday, February 16
A by-election is to take place in the Failsworth East ward of Oldham Council on Thursday, February 16.
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Hobson Street car park reopens
Oldham Council is increasing parking capacity in the town centre with the opening of a new car park.
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Ready for a new you?
Eating well, moving more, drinking less and quitting smoking are common resolutions this new year.
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A portal to the past for people living with dementia
People living with dementia in Oldham can now return to yesteryear in a nostalgic 1950s-inspired room which helps trigger old and new memories.
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MioCare Christmas ring round 2016
MioCare is set to ring up thousands of their careline and response customers, many of whom are vulnerable and elderly residents, to check they’re safe and sound ahead of the festive period.
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Oldham Council's innovative training programme wins national accolade
An Oldham Council training programme has landed a national award for its work in helping residents take control of their lives.
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Oldham Council staff donate 320 gifts to local children
Oldham Council workers dug deep this Christmas, donating 320 presents for local young people who might otherwise receive nothing.
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Oldham Council Supports Grand Litter Pick
Oldham Council has teamed up with Oldham Sixth Form College, Metrolink and Halfords to carry out a ‘Grand Litter Pick’
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Oldham Council confirms Christmas and New Year closure arrangements
Oldham Council is informing residents about changes and restrictions to services over Christmas and the New Year.
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Greaves Street reopens
Oldham Council is informing motorists and pedestrians that Greaves Street in the town centre is now fully open to traffic.
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Warm Homes Oldham scoops national award
Pioneering scheme Warm Homes Oldham has scooped another national accolade.
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New gritter Nicole Saltslinger has X-Factor
After an avalanche of interest and suggestions Oldham Council can reveal the name of our new gritter is Nicole Saltslinger.
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Bikeability sessions are wheelie good news for Oldham
Oldham Council has secured a Bikeability training grant of £334,807 from the Department of Transport to help deliver cycle training for primary school children in Oldham.
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Access Oldham temporarily relocated
Services usually offered in Access Oldham have been temporarily relocated to the Lees Suite within the Civic Centre.
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Oldham town centre welcomes Santa and his Real Reindeers
Oldham Town Centre will welcome Santa and his team of real reindeers this Saturday (November 12).
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Oldham Council is honouring the fallen on Sunday, November 13
Remembrance Sunday services will be taking place at venues across the borough, held in conjunction with branches of the Royal British Legion.
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Oldham Triumphs again and takes best city award at North West in Bloom 2016
Oldham has dug deep to retain its title of Best City* at the prestigious North West in Bloom competition.
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Oldham’s youth to have its say
Oldham Youth Council, as a member organization the UK Youth Parliament, is taking part in the annual Make Your Mark ballot, the largest consultation of young people in the country.
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PLANS TO HONOUR OLDHAM’S GOLDEN GIRL
Oldham’s golden girl Nicola White could soon be awarded a rare Civic Honour for her Olympic hockey heroics.
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Warm Homes Oldham Scheme saves residents £600,000
Households across Oldham are benefitting from warmer and healthier homes thanks to an award-winning home energy scheme.
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Three weekly waste collection scheme approved for Oldham
Oldham Council’s Cabinet has approved proposals to change the way rubbish and recycling is collected across the borough.
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Postal voting: what you need to know
Over the coming days around 20,000 residents across the borough will be receiving their postal voting packs through the letterbox.
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Candidates for local elections on Thursday, May 5
Nominations for candidates in next month's elections closed yesterday at 4pm (April 7).
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Local Elections: Prospective candidates and agents briefing
Oldham Council is inviting prospective candidates and agents interested in standing in the forthcoming local elections to attend an information briefing.
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Shopkeeper sentenced for underage alcohol sale
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a Chadderton shopkeeper who sold alcohol to children.
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Council backs register to vote campaign
Oldham Council is backing the National Voter Registration Drive (NVRD).
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New Oldham Council Leader pledges: "The work goes on"
Oldham Council has confirmed the appointment of Jean Stretton as the local authority’s first ever female leader.
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Special meeting to select new Oldham Council Leader
Oldham Council is to hold a special meeting of Full Council to consider the appointment of the next Council Leader.
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Oldham Council: Christmas and New Year arrangements
Oldham Council is informing residents about changes and restrictions to services over Christmas and the New Year.
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Cabinet considers plans to create a Digital Enterprise Hub
Oldham Council is set to consider plans to set up a new Digital Enterprise Hub in the heart of the Independent Quarter.
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Candidates for Oldham West and Royton by-election - Thursday, December 3
A by-election is to take place in the Oldham West and Royton parliamentary constituency on Thursday, December 3.
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Council pays its respects to Honorary Alderman and former Mayor
Oldham Council has expressed sympathy following the death of an Honorary Alderman of the Borough and former Mayor.
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Cabinet member goes back to school
An Oldham councillor has gone back to school.
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Cabinet: Phased programme for cultural and heritage projects
Oldham Council is to consider a new phased programme setting out robust plans to deliver a Heritage Centre and Coliseum Theatre – and ensure a brighter future for important heritage buildings.
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Oldham Youth Council takes its message into Europe
Members of Oldham Youth Council have spoken at an international event informing delegates about how they are helping to get their peers involved in democracy.
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Alarming success for council at awards
Oldham Council’s Risk and Insurance Team has been awarded a prestigious national award for its work.
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New Youth Mayor sworn in
Teenager Saskia Edwards Korolczuk has been sworn in as the new Youth Mayor of Oldham.
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Oldham Council Leader welcomes appointment of GM interim mayor
The Leader of Oldham Council has welcomed today’s selection of Tony Lloyd as the interim mayor of Greater Manchester.
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New Cabinet line-up for Oldham Council
Oldham Council has appointed a new-look Cabinet to lead the Borough in 2015/6.
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Oldham Council breaks own financial speed and accuracy benchmarks
Oldham Council – the fastest public body to close its final accounts last year – has again beaten its own benchmark-setting yardstick in this field.
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Oldham Council to webcast Local Election results on Friday, May 8
Oldham Council is set to webcast the results of its local elections live for the very first time.
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Candidates for elections on Thursday, May 7
Nominations for candidates in next month's elections closed at 4pm today (April 9).
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Old Town Hall: New images and updates on flagship project
Oldham Council is releasing a gallery of stunning new images as part of its latest update on the progress of the flagship Old Town Hall development.
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Moved house? Make sure you haven't lost your ability to vote
Oldham residents who have moved house in the last 18 months are being encouraged to make sure they are registered to vote at the right address.
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Oldham Council Leader 'disappointed' by Budget
The Leader of Oldham Council has responded to today’s Budget announcement by Chancellor George Osbourne.
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Prospective candidates and agents - Pre-election briefing
Oldham Council is inviting prospective candidates and agents interested in standing in the forthcoming elections to attend an information briefing.
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Register to vote or lose out
Oldham Council is urging residents to make sure they are registered to vote.
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Christmas and New Year closure arrangements confirmed by Oldham Council
Oldham Council is publicising details of restricted services over Christmas and the New Year.
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Council Leader is sixth most influential in local government
The Leader of Oldham Council has been named as one of the most influential people in local government.
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New team to drive Oldham forward
Oldham Council has appointed two new executive directors.
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'The Big Bang': Final running order and line-up confirmed
Oldham Council can reveal the final arrangements and running order for ‘The Big Bang’ at Oldham Edge on Bonfire Night.
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Devo Manc: Greater Manchester and Govt reach trailblazing agreement
Greater Manchester has today, Monday 3 November 2014, agreed an historic devolution settlement with Government.
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Parliament Square: New quality public space and restaurants for Oldham
Oldham Town Centre is to get its first new high-quality public space in decades.
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Oldham Council assisting after Manchester Dogs' Home tragedy
Oldham Council is working with local partners to help deal with the aftermath of the Manchester Dogs’ Home blaze.
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Make sure you are registered to vote
Oldham Council is urging residents to make sure they are on the electoral register.
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Registered? Oldham residents asked to look out for letters
Oldham Council has been sending out letters to residents informing them whether they need to act to ensure they are still on the electoral register.
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Oldham Council - National Industrial Action - Thursday, July 10
Oldham Council is working hard to mitigate the impact of national industrial action tacking place on Thursday.
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Foxdenton Lane/Broadway information released
Oldham Council has now released all information requested by campaigners about the mixed use employment and housing development off Foxdenton Lane and Broadway.
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New Youth Mayor takes office in Oldham
Teenager Daisy Murphy has taken over the reins as Oldham’s Youth Mayor.
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Jim McMahon confirmed as 'Leader Elect' of LGA Labour Group
The Leader of Oldham Council has been successful in his bid to take one of the most influential jobs in local government.
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Owners prosecuted for poor hygiene and safety at takeaway
The owners of a takeaway where three dead mice were found have been successfully prosecuted by Oldham Council for food hygiene offences.
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Oldham Council on track to beat 50-year finance record
Oldham Council is on track to become the quickest local government body to publish its accounts in half a century.
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Oldham Council set to appoint new Chief Executive
Oldham Council’s cross-party Selection Committee has recommended the appointment of Carolyn Wilkins as its new permanent Chief Executive.
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Oldham Council: Local Elections - Thursday, May 22
Oldham Council is reminding residents that local elections are taking place on Thursday, May 22.
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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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Candidates for Oldham Council local elections on May 22
Nominations for candidates in next month's Oldham Council elections closed at 4pm today (April 24).
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Oldham Council urges residents to register to vote
Oldham Council is urging residents to ensure they are registered to take part in the European and Local Elections which are taking place on Thursday, May 22.
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Borough Treasurer to leave Oldham Council
Steven Mair is to leave his post as Borough Treasurer at Oldham Council this summer.
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Oldham Athletic: Council leader hails North Stand steel
Oldham Athletic’s stadium regeneration is taking shape with the first steelwork now firmly in place on the Oldham Council-backed scheme.
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Shaw and Crompton celebrate 150 years of Local Government
Shaw and Crompton are set to mark 150 years of Local Government in the district.
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Oldham's Councillor Jim McMahon wins 'Leader of the Year' award
Councillor Jim McMahon, Leader of Oldham Council, has been honoured nationally for his outstanding leadership at the C’llr Achievement Awards.
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Council scheme helps gym secure funding
Oldham Council has helped a town centre gym secure funding worth £35,000 through our Employee Volunteering Scheme (EVS).
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Council Tax freeze proposed for Oldham residents
Oldham Council is proposing a freeze in Council Tax despite continuing pressures on its budgets.
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Oldham Council shortlisted for 'Council of the Year'
Oldham Council has been shortlisted as a finalist in the ‘Council of the Year’ category at the 2014 Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards.
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Oldham Council: Chief Executive transition arrangements
Oldham Council can now confirm final arrangements for the departure of Charlie Parker as Chief Executive.
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Oldham Council: Christmas and New Year arrangements
Oldham Council is publicising details of restricted services during the Christmas and New Year period.
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Chadderton Town Hall centenary: step back into 'Edwardian Splendour'
Oldham Council and Chadderton Historical Society are set to mark 100 years of Chadderton Town Hall.
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'The Big Bang': Entertainment line-up taking shape
Oldham Council is revealing further details of the free entertainment line-up on offer at ‘The Big Bang’ on Bonfire Night.
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Full Council set to discuss annual co-operative report
Councillors are set to set to discuss the latest annual report on Oldham’s Co-operative approach.
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'Business as usual' as Oldham Council plans for the future
Oldham Council is set to confirm interim arrangements paving the way for the selection of its next Chief Executive.
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Local Democracy Week: 2013
Oldham Council is set to run a series of events as part of Local Democracy Week 2013.
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New way forward for Unity Partnership and Oldham Council
Oldham Council and the Unity Partnership are making significant changes in their future relationship to deliver improved services and value for money.
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Chief Executive Charlie Parker to leave Oldham Council
Charlie Parker is set to leave his post as Chief Executive of Oldham Council to take up one of the top jobs in Local Government.
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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.
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Mayor and Youth Mayor to open new Royton Work Club
A new work club for Royton is opening this week as part of the ‘Get Oldham Working’ campaign.
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Cabinet approves set-up of The Oldham Enterprise Trust
Oldham Council is taking the next crucial step in its campaign to Get Oldham Working – setting up The Oldham Enterprise Trust.
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Oldham Council puts social value at heart of procurement.
Oldham Council is putting social value at the heart of how it spends every pound when buying goods and services.
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Youth Mayor honored by Oldham College.
Students at Oldham College have made a Roll of Honour for Oldham’s Youth Mayor – showing the level of respect that young people have for the post.
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Bloom and Grow: Private gardens competition
Oldham Council is set to launch the annual private gardens competition - as part of this year’s Bloom and Grow campaign.
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Oldham council set to sign Armed Forces Community Covenant
Oldham Council will mark Armed Forces Day on Saturday (June 29) by announcing that it plans to sign the Armed Forces Community Covenant.
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Churchhill Playing Fields: Final works now underway
Major works to improve Churchill playing fields – the largest in the Saddleworth and Lees area – are nearing completion.
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New Youth Mayor to take office
Teenager Emma O’Donnell is set to take the reins as Oldham’s next Youth Mayor.
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Young people get involved from an early age
Young people in Chadderton are playing their part in local democracy and helping to highlight the issues that are important to them.
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Oldham Council finalises 2012/13 accounts in just 61 days
Oldham Council is believed to be the first public sector body in the country to close its final accounts for 2012/13 – in just 61 days.
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70 Years of School Dinners: Dishing up a 1940's-Themed menu
Oldham Council’s Educational Catering Service and East Crompton St James’ primary school are dishing up a special 1940’s-themed school dinner for pupils.
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Council approves radical next steps for District Working
Oldham Council is to implement radical new changes in District Working.
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Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist to visit Oldham Council
Oldham Council is hosting a visit from a Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist this weekend.
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Oldham's new free car parking offer starts this weekend
Oldham town centre is set to benefit from a major new free car parking offer.
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Oldham Council plans ahead for 2014/5 budget
Oldham Council is publishing new proposals designed to balance its budget for the financial year 2014/5.
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Town Centres project: Oldham working with Greater Manchester partners
Town centres in Greater Manchester are working together on a unique plan to ensure they co-ordinate to earn new investment and achieve the greatest possible success.
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Royton South by-election result
A by-election was held on Thursday, March 14 in the Royton South ward of Oldham Council following the death of Councillor Phil Harrison.
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Do not let loan sharks get their teeth into you
Oldham Council has teamed up with a pioneering team to tackle illegal money lending in the Borough.
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Better Connected: Oldham Council website gets top UK billing
Oldham Council has been independently rated by industry experts as having one of the best local authority websites in the UK.
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Council Tax rise proposals under consideration
Oldham Council is set to consider proposals to increase Council Tax by 3.5 per cent from April 1 this year.
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Would be cab driver attempted to bribe officer
Oldham Council is believed to be one of the first local authorities in the country to be involved in a successful prosecution under new bribery legislation.
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'Do your bit': Help us ensure works are up to standard
Oldham Council is urging residents to help us ensure work carried out by utilities companies across the Borough is of the highest standard.
