Politics news in Oldham
Latest politics news, updates and source-backed reporting from across the Oldham borough.
Saddleworth Neighbourhood Plan referendum set for Thursday, December 10
Saddleworth residents will vote yes or no on Thursday, December 10 on the neighbourhood plan, which would become a legal planning document if approved.
Former Oldham Reform UK leader Lewis Quigg resigns as councillor and quits politics
Lewis Quigg, Reform UK's former Oldham leader, resigned as a councillor and quit politics, citing immense pressure on his family.
Oldham heat network scheme among twenty sharing more than £200 million government funding
Minister Martin McCluskey told the ADE Heat Network Conference that heat networks can cut bills, create jobs and support the UK's energy transition.
Saddleworth councillor writes to Prime Minister over planning rule changes
Saddleworth councillor Max Woodvine wrote to the Prime Minister opposing a National Scheme of Delegation, saying it removes local say over planning.
Tributes to former Oldham councillor Peter Dean who served for over 50 years
Tributes have been paid in Oldham after former councillor Peter Dean died following over 50 years of public service.
Zahid Chauhan to stand down as Alexandra councillor after 14 years
Former Oldham Mayor Zahid Chauhan will stand down as Alexandra ward councillor in May 2027 after 14 years following his wife's death in 2024.
Oldham agrees interim way forward after five failed votes to elect a leader
After five failed votes, Oldham agreed interim committee leadership on Wednesday, September 16 to keep services running and avoid government intervention.
Oldham Council approves interim Lead Member roles on 16 September
Oldham Council approved interim Lead Member roles on 16 September to strengthen oversight until a Council Leader and Cabinet are appointed.
Oldham Council faces government intervention after failing to elect leader again
Oldham Council faces UK Government intervention after failing to elect a leader again, with seven proposals rejected on August 20.
Reform UK to call for all-out Oldham Council elections
Reform UK to call for all-out Oldham Council elections.
Saddleworth councillor proposes Concord Council plan to break Oldham leadership deadlock
A Saddleworth councillor proposes a temporary "Concord Council" sharing power to break Oldham Council's leadership deadlock and avoid government intervention.
Oldham Council breaking law as leadership row heads for August 20 meeting
Oldham Council remains deadlocked after three months, facing possible government commissioners costing at least £1,200 a day.
Saddleworth peace activists speak out at Hiroshima memorial against nuclear submarine plans
Peace activists in Saddleworth opposed Andy Burnham's nuclear submarine plans at a Hiroshima memorial, warning the risk of nuclear war grows.
Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams to hold Bev Craig to pledge on fair share for Oldham
After moorland fire scarred Saddleworth, MP Debbie Abrahams promised to hold new Mayor Bev Craig to account for the area's good.
Oldham couple campaign for remote stillbirth registration after traumatic experience
After losing their daughter and finding in-person stillbirth registration traumatic, an Oldham couple prompted MP Jim McMahon to introduce a bill allowing remote registration.
Oldham Council leader demands Co-op stop selling disposable BBQs in Saddleworth stores
High Peak MP Jon Pearce urges UK retailers to suspend disposable BBQ sales after wildfires, with Co-op and Sainsbury's agreeing to remove them.
Labour's Bev Craig elected Mayor of Greater Manchester
Labour's Bev Craig elected Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Saddleworth learns who will be Mayor of Greater Manchester
Saddleworth learns who will be Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester mayoral by-election results expected today as count continues
Greater Manchester officials are counting ballots on 31 July 2026 to elect Andy Burnham's successor as mayor, a role overseeing policing, transport, and housing.
Oldham Council officially declares it is breaking the law
Oldham Council declared it is acting unlawfully due to no elected leader. It has 21 days to elect one or face possible government intervention.
Greater Manchester mayoral candidates agree region must be more resilient to wildfires
Greater Manchester mayoral candidates called for greater climate resilience as wildfires at Dove Stone and Tintwistle Moor entered their third week.
Five Greater Manchester towns including Oldham set for mayoral development corporations
Greater Manchester proposes mayoral development corporations for five towns including Oldham, to attract investment and regeneration.
Moorside speed bumps plan scrapped after resident opposition
Plans for speed bumps on Haven Lane in Moorside were rejected after resident opposition, so Oldham Council will extend a 20mph limit instead.
Conservative mayoral candidate visits Saddleworth to discuss local issues
Conservative mayoral candidate Phil Eckersley visited Saddleworth, the only candidate to do so, discussing transport and fair investment ahead of the July 30 election.