Royton town centre improvements to start after safety concerns addressed
Oldham Council and Transport for Greater Manchester are proceeding with Royton town centre improvements after addressing safety concerns raised by MP Jim McMahon and residents. The scheme, part of the Rochdale-Oldham-Ashton corridor improvements funded through the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement, will retain guardrails in areas recommended by a coroner following past fatalities. Construction is expected to start next week, bringing wider pavements, safer crossings, better bus access, improved lighting, seating, and new planting. The project aims to improve bus reliability, make walking and wheeling easier and safer, and support local businesses.