It’s an exciting time for Oldham. Bit by bit, the town centre is being transformed, bringing life, pride and purpose back into the heart of our borough.
The scaffolding may be up, but so is our ambition.
The Market Hall is being brought back to life, restoring a historic gem at the centre of our community. Just down the road, the Old Library, a building rich in Oldham’s story is getting the attention it deserves, soon to be a cultural hub once again. And after a long fight, it’s brilliant to see real progress on a new Oldham Coliseum, giving our town the theatre it deserves (Hoping to be able to share progress pictures on this soon)
On top of this, exciting work with Muse Developments is underway to make town-centre living a reality—attracting people, investment and vibrancy back into Oldham and revitalising our high street.
These aren’t just plans on paper, they’re happening now. Shovels in the ground, bricks being laid, buildings being restored. It is being delivered under Labour leadership in the town and supported by Labour values—local pride, opportunity for all, and investment where it’s needed most.
Sometimes the dots don’t connect for people. But if you walk through Oldham today and look at the progress, know this: this is what delivery looks like. And it’s being done for Oldham, by those who believe in Oldham.
There is always more to do—but we’re on our way.
Jim McMahon OBE MP 