It was a pleasure to join with Cllr Eddie Moores the new Mayor of Oldham for the annual Mayoral Sunday procession through the town centre accompanied by a church service at the Parish Church.
It was a wonderful service led by Revd Canon Daniel Burton, and Revd Hannah Currin.
The service reminded political leaders, local and national, of the need to put service before self, build peace and not conflict, and keep grounded in the lives of those we represent.
Wise words. Perhaps some of that was informed by the vicars attendance at the annual meeting of Oldham Council last week. Or, to the fair the numerous examples often seen in Parliament itself.
In my experience Eddie has always been grounded, starting working life as an apprentice engineer in the rail industry, and he is rooted in family and community. He has served faithfully as a local councillor and I’ve had the pleasure to work alongside him many times.
Can I wish Eddie and Kath a wonderful year and say that I know with confidence that they will get a lot from it. There is nothing more inspiring and humbling than seeing the richness of charity, volunteering, and neighbourliness which exists throughout our borough and its many towns and villages.
Best wishes,
Jim
Jim McMahon OBE MP 