Author Archives: JimfromOldham

Despite the shorter week due to the early May bank holiday, it’s been a full and focused few days in Government – particularly centred on the financial sustainability of local councils. After years of inadequate funding, many councils are under immense strain. My role now is to tackle that legacy head-on and build a fairer,Continue reading “Weekly Ministerial Round-up”

What a wonderful sight over Oldham this evening. Well done to Oldham Council for lighting up the Civic Centre tower to mark VE Day.

Today marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day—a moment when the guns fell silent across Europe and peace began to return after years of unimaginable hardship and loss. In Oldham, Chadderton & Royton, we reflect and look back on the contribution made by our towns —those who served on the front lines, andContinue reading “80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe”

For too long, water companies have treated our rivers, lakes and seas dumping grounds while dodging accountability and handing out bonuses to their billionaire bosses. New powers introduced under the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 mean water company executives who cover up illegal sewage dumping can now face up to two years in prison. ThisContinue reading “Cleaning Up Oldham’s waterways”

Fly-tipping is a blight on our communities. it’s illegal, anti-social, and deeply unfair to residents who take pride in their neighbourhoods. That’s why the Labour Government is taking decisive action to tackle this issue head-on. Under new measures announced by the Labour Government, councils will be empowered to 𝒔𝒆𝒊𝒛𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒓𝒖𝒔𝒉 𝒗𝒆𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒍𝒆𝒔 used in fly-tippingContinue reading “Keeping Oldham Clean – Action to stop flytipping!”

Buckingham Palace fly over of the Lancaster Bomber PA474 – will take place at 1:45pm. A Flying Tribute with Roots Close to Home. As the nation prepares to mark 80 years since VE Day, one of the most stirring sights will be the majestic Lancaster bomber PA474 soaring over Buckingham Palace on Monday, May 5thContinue reading “A Flying Tribute with Roots Close to Home”

This year marks 80 years since Victory in Europe (VE) Day — a moment that signified the end of the Second World War in Europe and a hard-won peace secured by immense sacrifice. As this Bank Holiday weekend begins events to remember those who gave everything for freedom and democracy, we honour the resilience ofContinue reading “Reflecting on Sacrifice, Honouring Peace – VE Day 80”