MP slams fly-tippers trashing Oldham countryside
Oldham's MP Jim McMahon has launched a scathing attack on fly-tippers who are turning the borough's countryside into dumping grounds. The Labour MP shared a video showing piles of rubbish dumped on a roadside, calling the behaviour 'selfish' and 'baffling'.
McMahon said it's become routine for household, commercial, and builders' waste to be dumped across Oldham's country lanes, parks, and open spaces. 'Not a week goes by that there isn't a mountain of waste ruining our borough,' he stated.
The issue has become so severe that The Oldham Times has published nearly 10 articles about fly-tipping in just the first three months of 2026. Residents have reported hotspots being targeted within days of clean-ups, with some calling the situation 'absolutely disgusting'.
The MP outlined new government proposals to tackle the problem, including community service for offenders, £300 fines, and penalty points on driving licences. Oldham Council has also relaunched its 'Don't Trash Oldham' campaign as part of local efforts to address the growing problem.
At a Glance
| What | MP Jim McMahon criticised fly-tippers for dumping rubbish in Oldham's countryside |
|---|---|
| Who | MP Jim McMahon, Oldham Council, fly-tippers |
| Where | Oldham's countryside areas, country lanes, parks, and open spaces |
| When | March 2026, with ongoing issues throughout early 2026 |
| Why it matters | Residents' quality of life harmed, countryside areas ruined, taxpayers footing clean-up bills |
| What's next | New government proposals including fines and community service, council's 'Don't Trash Oldham' campaign |
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