I’m working with Dr. Saniya Abid to call for a GP practice to return to Limeside. The closure of the St Chad’s Medical Practice in 2023 meant local patients were transferred to other surgeries further away. Local residents have been clear: access to a doctor close to home isn’t a ‘nice to have’, it’s essential.Continue reading “Bring a GP practice back to Limeside!”
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Easter egg giveaway at Chadderton holiday club
Fresh from our meeting on Friday I was delighted to see firsthand the work of Full Circle at their Chadderton base. It was wonderful to see all the youth workers and volunteers, and so many young people enjoying the half term activities. Thanks to The Yew Tree Club at Full Circle for having local meContinue reading “Easter egg giveaway at Chadderton holiday club”
£4.5 million of funding coming to community projects in Oldham
Great to see investment going directly into our communities through Oldham’s Community Regeneration Partnership. Over £4.5 million has been agreed to back local organisations – the people who keep our communities going day in, day out. In Oldham West, Chadderton & Royton, successful bidders include: ✅ Improvements to community centres used by local residents andContinue reading “£4.5 million of funding coming to community projects in Oldham”
Backing young people in Chadderton with Full Circle
It was great to meet with Full Circle, a brilliant local organisation delivering youth provision in our borough for approaching 15 years. They’ve been told they’ll lose their base at the former South Chadderton Youth Centre this summer as it is planned to be used more fully by Yew Street Primary School who took onContinue reading “Backing young people in Chadderton with Full Circle”
Local groups score
Big news for Oldham sport that after years of campaigning, we’re seeing real investment coming into the projects local people have fought hard for. From restoring the West End Street pitches in Coldhurst (thanks in no small part to the work of Cllrs Jabbar and Malik) led by Oldham Community Leisure putting them back intoContinue reading “Local groups score”
Good news for pet owners – vet prescription fee capped
Britain is a nation of animal lovers, and so it’s great news that the Government has announced a cap on vet prescription fees. It’s a simple change, but one that will make a real difference, helping people manage the cost of caring for their pets with a £21 prescription cap. I’ve always had dogs aroundContinue reading “Good news for pet owners – vet prescription fee capped”
Dangerous driving campaign in Frankie’s memory
It was a privilege to meet with Calum and Frank to discuss the work they are doing to educate young people in local schools on the impact of dangerous driving. Their efforts are powered by their own experience following the death of their partner and daughter respectively. Chadderton mum Frankie Jules-Hough, was just 38 yearsContinue reading “Dangerous driving campaign in Frankie’s memory”
This week in Parliament
A good final week in Westminster before the Easter recess, here’s a snapshot of what I’ve been up to: 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 The government’s commitment to credit unions and fair access to finance will help millions across our country, I am really pleased to see this. This commitment is only possible thanksContinue reading “This week in Parliament”
Jim McMahon OBE MP 