Category Archives: Jim McMahon MP news

I welcome the news that, according to figures released this week, knife deaths are now at their lowest level in 35 years. Knife-enabled deaths have fallen by 26%, while knife crime overall has dropped by 11%. I have been campaigning on gang crime, youth crime and child criminal exploitation in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton,Continue reading “Knife deaths down to 35-year low”

The challenges they have faced are incredibly difficult, and I want to thank them for taking the time to share their story and for raising awareness of an issue that matters to so many people. As an MP, one of the most important parts of my role is listening to residents, understanding the barriers theyContinue reading “Great to see the Manchester Evening News covering such a powerful campaign led by Ryan & Cassie”

Officers carried out warrants, made arrests, seized vehicles, tackled anti-social behaviour and engaged directly with local residents and businesses, sending a clear message that crime won’t be tolerated. Being tough on crime also means being tough on the causes of crime. Alongside strong policing in a ‘day-of-action’ like this, we have also supported the complementaryContinue reading “Operation AVRO’s latest day of action in Oldham town centre is another example of the difference visible neighbourhood policing can make”

I am deeply concerned by reports of the proposed closure of Orchard House Day Hospital in Royton and, in particular, by the apparent lack of communication from Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust with service users, their families and my office. I have made enquiries with the Trust on behalf of everyone affected to understand theContinue reading “Orchard House Day Hospital”

The latest road casualty statistics for Oldham are a stark reminder that behind every number is a person, a family and a community living with the consequences. This has been an important issue I’ve taken up over the past few years for those reasons. In 2025, Oldham recorded 3 fatal collisions, 82 fatal or seriousContinue reading “The number of serious of fatal collisions on Oldham Roads continues to rise”

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”

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”

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