It was a pleasure to join with Cllr Eddie Moores the new Mayor of Oldham for the annual Mayoral Sunday procession through the town centre accompanied by a church service at the Parish Church. It was a wonderful service led by Revd Canon Daniel Burton, and Revd Hannah Currin. The service reminded political leaders, localContinue reading “New Mayor Leads the Way”
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Oldham Athletic Wembley Final Ticket Allocations
I have been in contact with Oldham Athletic and have heard from many fans who are both excited about the upcoming National League Play-Off Final at Wembley on 1st June, and deeply concerned about the impact of planned engineering works on the Transport for London (TfL) network affecting Wembley Park station. These engineering works haveContinue reading “Oldham Athletic Wembley Final Ticket Allocations”
Meeting with the Ukrainian Vice Prime Minister
It was a privilege to meet with the Ukrainian Vice Prime Minister, Oleksii Kuleba, this week where we reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s unwavering support and solidarity with Ukraine in these challenging times. Our discussions focused on the ongoing efforts to defend Ukraine’s sovereignty, as well as the devastating humanitarian impact of Russia’s illegal invasion. TheContinue reading “Meeting with the Ukrainian Vice Prime Minister”
Weekly Ministerial Round-up
It was great to join ministers from across the world at the OECD Ministerial on Regional Development in Warsaw . We had thoughtful discussions on how local approaches are vital to tackling the big challenges we face – from climate to growth. Grateful to the OECD as a leading institution for evidence-based policy. The evidenceContinue reading “Weekly Ministerial Round-up”
Eight years on from the Manchester Arena Attack
Our thoughts are with the victims of the Manchester Arena attack and their loved ones still grieving this cruel loss. Today we remember the 22, including Alison Howe and Lisa Lees from Royton, two mums who who were collecting their daughters from the concert and never came home to their families. We also pay respectContinue reading “Eight years on from the Manchester Arena Attack”
Bringing Exam Results into the 21st Century – Right Here in Oldham!
This summer, thousands of students across Greater Manchester – including right here in Oldham – will be the first in the country to receive their GCSE results through a brand-new digital app. The app stores qualifications and learning history all in one secure place, making it quicker and easier for young people to apply forContinue reading “Bringing Exam Results into the 21st Century – Right Here in Oldham!”
Bringing Holy Rosary Church back into Community Use
Over the years, the Holy Rosary Church on Fitton Hill has stood as more than just bricks and mortar – it’s been a place where people came together, shared stories, supported one another, and built a strong sense of community. Sadly, like too many community buildings in recent times, it’s been left unused for farContinue reading “Bringing Holy Rosary Church back into Community Use”
Weekly Ministerial Round-up
Began the week by catching up with Kim McGuiness, the Mayor of the North East, to discuss the brilliant work she is doing to pioneer devolution in the North and the ambitions she has going forward. Driving down child poverty, building affordable housing and supporting local businesses – the true power of devolution at play.Continue reading “Weekly Ministerial Round-up”
Jim McMahon OBE MP 