2025 break in tradition haunts Oldham: it must be fixed now
For the first 50 years of Oldham Council, a politically-neutral approach was taken to appointing the Mayor, based on a points system agreed by all parties.
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.
For the first 50 years of Oldham Council, a politically-neutral approach was taken to appointing the Mayor, based on a points system agreed by all parties.
Liberal Democrat group leader Sam Al-Hamdani has written to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Minister for Safeguarding, Natalie Fleet, to ensure that there will be no delay to the grooming gangs inquiry caused by the current stalemate at Oldham Council.
Saddleworth Parish Council has declared its support for stronger environmental protections as river health continues to decline.
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
Supporting people to age well and maintain their independence is better for them and common-sense for the NHS. The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to fix social care, protect our NHS, and ensure everyone can age well in their own home and community.
Liberal Democrat members have renewed our commitment to fix the front door of the NHS, restore patient choice, end dental deserts, and ensure preventative care is accessible before health problems turn into emergencies.