I’m delighted that the first decision of the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig, is to extend free bus travel to all 11-18 year olds from January, significantly expanding the scheme from its current 16-18 year olds. Currently around 50,000 young people benefit from Our Pass, but it’s hoped this is increased to 200,000,Continue reading “Free buses for 11-18 year-olds in Greater Manchester”
Author Archives: JimfromOldham
Long Lane HMO application
Dear Head of Planning, RE: FUL/356274/26 – 121 Long Lane, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 8AY Change of use of hot food takeaway and first floor residential unit above to create a 7bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (sui generis). As the local Member of Parliament, I do not ordinarily intervene in individual planning applications. However, this proposal raises wider concernsContinue reading “Long Lane HMO application”
Cheers!
An additional 20% cut to business rates is coming for pubs and live music venues. Pubs are the centre of many communities but face mounting pressures, this is some light relief which alongside wider work on protections of important local pubs and venues will hopefully begin to turn the tide
Congratulations to the new Mayor of Greater Manchester Bev Craig!
A great win for my friend and Labour & Co-operative Mayor Bev Craig! Greater Manchester become the fastest growing city-region in the country and the proceeds of that growth felt far and wide. From building out the Bee Network, to tackling rough sleeping, building thousand more Council homes and delivering big projects like £70 millionContinue reading “Congratulations to the new Mayor of Greater Manchester Bev Craig!”
Well deserved recognition for the JR Clynes Building
It’s great to see the J.R. Clynes Building receive national recognition. The building lay empty for far too long and it always had huge potential to serve the community once again. Now it’s home to the councils civic functions and the amazing Oldham Theatre Workshop alongside its artwork displays. Named after one of Oldham’s mostContinue reading “Well deserved recognition for the JR Clynes Building”
Backing pubs and local hospitality
The new prime minister’s announcement on business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues is welcome. I’ve consistently argued that our pubs matter because they are part of the fabric of our communities and our local economy. They bring people together, support local jobs and help keep our high streets alive, often in buildingsContinue reading “Backing pubs and local hospitality”
Hope everyone on the Summer School had a great week – we really enjoyed having you all with us!
Fullcircle at Coalshaw Green Park
It was a pleasure to attend Fullcircle’s family fun day at Coalshaw Green Park, alongside Cllr Graham Shuttleworth. The event was a fantastic opportunity to see the community come together, with families and young people enjoying a range of activities and making the most of the space and facilities on offer. It was good toContinue reading “Fullcircle at Coalshaw Green Park”
