https://www.oldham.gov.uk/rss/200381/news https://www.oldham.gov.uk Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:15:45 +0000 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:15:45 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2884/oldham_council_launches_pioneering_stepping_forward_fostering_campaign Stepping Forward is an initiative to support children living in residential care to move into loving foster homes Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:51:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2862/you_will_create_so_many_happy_memories_like_we_did_-_the_mayor_and_mayoress_of_oldham_share_their_journey_as_foster_carers_as_they_urge_others_to_take_the_step Cllr Eddie Moores and his wife Kath opted to start fostering when they were 25 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:46:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2732/step_up_and_be_a_hero%E2%80%93_watch_everything_now Oldham Council is calling on everyday heroes to step forward and their latest short film, ‘Everything’, shows exactly why fostering could be the most rewarding thing you’ll ever do. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:40:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2728/oldham_fostering_awards_celebrating_175_years_of_care Oldham Council rolled out the red carpet for its incredible foster carers at the 2024 Fostering Awards night, celebrating an awe-inspiring total of 175 years of fostering experience, just as the borough marks its own 175th anniversary. The event showcased the tireless dedication of those who have opened their homes to some of Oldham’s most vulnerable children, providing not just a roof over their heads but a chance for a better future. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:32:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2664/oldhams_foster_family_celebrates_51_years_of_fostering Single mum and twin daughters celebrate 51 years of fostering, and caring for over 300 children. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:46:00 +0100 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2634/pioneering_community_of_families_scheme_launched_to_improve_care_and_support_for_foster_families_in_oldham Oldham Council is excited to introduce the Mockingbird programme, a new way to help children in foster care and their families. This national programme, led by The Fostering Network and now adopted by Oldham Council, was officially launched at Cockfields Farm on Saturday 2 March. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:38:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2625/sharon_and_bev_break_stereotypes_by_celebrating_11_years_of_fostering Oldham Council is encouraging LGBTQ+ individuals to explore the opportunities and rewards of fostering during National LGBT+ History Month. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:54:00 +0000 https://www.oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2497/cost_of_living_crisis_sees_increase_in_foster_kids_in_oldham 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 Fri, 19 May 2023 13:48:00 +0100