Planning in Oldham

2026-02-04

Oldham Local Plan 2039: Have Your Say on Town's Future

Oldham Council has launched a public consultation on the Publication version of the Oldham Local Plan, which will guide the borough's development until 2039. The plan determines where new homes, jobs, and services should be located while protecting important environmental and historic sites. Councillor Elaine Taylor, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, stated this is the final consultation stage before submission for independent examination. The consultation runs from Wednesday 4th February until Friday 20th March 2026, with comments accepted via the council's website or at local libraries and the Spindles Shopping Centre Customer Service Centre.

Oldham Central 2025-12-16

Tommyfield Park construction begins in Oldham town centre

Construction has begun on Tommyfield Park, a new five-acre green space in Oldham town centre being delivered by Casey Construction on behalf of Oldham Council. The park will transform the former market site into a sustainable, self-sustaining area designed for residents, workers and visitors. Named after the historic Tommyfield Market, which operated for over 200 years, the park will feature biodiversity support and energy-efficient design. Council Leader Cllr Arooj Shah described it as a special moment for Oldham, while Deputy Leader Cllr Abdul Jabbar emphasised the project's sustainability focus. The park is part of Oldham's wider regeneration plans, with the historic market relocating to The Spindles.