Thank you to Chadderton FC for having me this week to show me around the new facilities, displaying the power of community-led sport.
The over £1 million investment into the new 3G pitch, renovated changing rooms & new viewing area are a brilliant examples of what local investment backed by the local council can deliver. Facilities like this mean more young people playing, training and being part of something positive.
Chadderton FC is member owned too, something I am proud to champion as Chair of the Co-operative Party. Community ownership works, in brings people together, gives them a stake in the future and protects vital local facilities for years to come.
The original visit was planned a while ago with Dale Harris. I know his passing was a shock to the club and its members, and more widely across the community. My condolences to everyone who knew and continues to miss him.
Jim McMahon OBE MP 