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Month of Hope

"Suicide is a silent killer that we must address," says Oldham's health lead

Published: Friday, 06th September 2024

Oldham Council is proudly supporting this year’s Greater Manchester Month of Hope.

  • Oldham Children’s Services rated GOOD in all areas by Ofsted as commitment to improving lives praised

    Published: Friday, 12th July 2024

    The national regulator has praised Oldham Council’s work in keeping children safe – highlighting the council’s improvement and commitment to giving children the best start in life. 

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    Oldham's foster carers celebrate 160 years of service.

    Published: Friday, 17th November 2023

    In a heartfelt ceremony at Oldham Athletic, 17 amazing families from different parts of the borough were praised for their combined 160 years of fostering children. The council's yearly long service awards recognised these foster carers for their amazing commitment.

  • Council leader and GM Mayor visit project launched to prevent young people from getting involved in crime

    Published: Tuesday, 05th September 2023

    Yesterday, council leader Arooj Shah and the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester visited the Violence Reduction Unit’s (VRU’s) community-led programme in Oldham.

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    Cost of Living crisis sees increase in foster kids in Oldham

    Published: Friday, 19th May 2023

    The spiralling cost of living is causing added pressure in many households, which sadly prompts increases in domestic violence and child neglect. We’re seeing increases in the number of children who need help

  • Get help to buy healthy food

    Oldham families missing out on Healthy Start food card

    Published: Friday, 24th March 2023

    Families in Oldham are being prompted to check whether they are eligible for the free Healthy Start card to give them access to free healthy food, milk and vitamins

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