Wishing constituents in Oldham West, Chadderton & Royton a Happy Easter.
The spiritual meaning of Easter and of Jesus Christ runs deep, even for those who do not routinely attend church for many it is an important grounding; sacrifice in the service of others, life overcoming death, and the weight of adversity giving way to hope and new beginnings.
That it is marked in Britain as spring arrives, with nature entering a new cycle of life in such a visible way, brings with it an especially joyful time of year.
Whatever your plans over the Bank Holiday weekend, I hope you have a peaceful time.
Jim McMahon OBE MP 