The Liberal Democrats are committed to making a difference to Oldham. As the real opposition on Oldham Council, we hold the about administration to account on issues such as their major projects, such as Spindles, where they have a long history of overspending and under-delivery.
Oldham Liberal Democrat Leader councillor Howard Sykes MBE is demanding to know “where and when” Oldham’s share of the governments’ promised £1.6 billion for pothole repairs is going to be spent.
It’s been more than a month since news emerged that councillors in Oldham have been overpaid since 2022, but as of yet no action has been taken by the Labour Council and their so-called Independent allies.
Oldham Council have confirmed that councillors have been wrongly paid since 2022 but have yet to confirm by how much or who is affected.
The Online Safety Act was meant to protect people, yet its flawed implementation risks undermining privacy, free expression, and secure communication. Our new policy addresses our concerns and fights for a digital future where rights are protected.
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, thousands of Ukrainian children have found safety in the UK – but many still face uncertainty, disruption, and trauma. They deserve security, stability, and the chance to thrive.
The contaminated blood scandal is one of the gravest injustices in NHS history. We must honour victims with recognition, dignity, and compensation – and ensure no one ever suffers from such injustice again.