Progress continues on our work to turn around the fortunes of the pitches on West End Street in Coldhurst so we can realise our ambitions of turning the venue into a community institution that can properly serve local people in the way they deserve. The previous Labour government brought the pitches to the area butContinue reading “West End St pitches refurbishment continues to progress”
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Empowering people in their local communities is what the English Devolution White Paper is all about
Local Councillors are on the frontline doing the work which makes a difference in so many people’s lives. Many vulnerable people rely on them in places like Oldham, Chadderton and Royton across the country. In Oldham, it is our dedicated councillors who are pioneering change, developing the community, and meeting service demand. Devolution is aboutContinue reading “Empowering people in their local communities is what the English Devolution White Paper is all about”
Apprenticeships and Technical Education Bill in Parliament
Today the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions) Bill will return to Parliament for its second reading. I welcome any measure that will support technical education and break down barriers for young people to enter the world of work. I believe it is a huge positive that the Government is finally payingContinue reading “Apprenticeships and Technical Education Bill in Parliament”
Rollout of Free Breakfast Clubs in Oldham West, Chadderton & Royton
Our Plan for Change is rolling out the first 750 free breakfast clubs in primary schools across England. One of our five missions for government is to break down the barriers to opportunity at every level and our first step in doing so was to introduce these breakfast clubs. A promise made, a promise beingContinue reading “Rollout of Free Breakfast Clubs in Oldham West, Chadderton & Royton”
Third Anniversary of the war in Ukraine
As we mark the third anniversary of Putin’s illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine, it is important to remember the sacrifices Ukrainians have been forced to make. To those who have lost their homes, their families, and their lives – they are in our thoughts. I also want to thank those in Oldham West, Chadderton,Continue reading “Third Anniversary of the war in Ukraine”
Another promise made, another promise kept …
Put failing water companies under tough special measures Block bonuses to executives who pollute our waterways Criminal charges against persistent law breakers Automatic and severe fines for wrongdoing Independent monitoring of every sewage overflow outlet Today our water reforms become law with the Water Act 2025 getting Royal Assent – a turning point where weContinue reading “Another promise made, another promise kept …”
Community Action; In Action
This week, it was great to visit local football club AVRO FC at their stadium on Whitebank Road in Hollinwood alongside Leader of the Council Arooj Shah. I was delighted to see the brilliant work they are doing in supporting the local community and in particular the work they do to support youth in theContinue reading “Community Action; In Action”
History to be proud of; heritage to protect
Oldham, Chadderton and Royton are privileged to be blessed with so much heritage. From our town halls, to our historic parks: our borough has a rich and cherished history. While we look to the future, we must also remember what came before us and do all we can to protect and preserve these keystone buildingsContinue reading “History to be proud of; heritage to protect”
Jim McMahon OBE MP 