Don’t forget, as from tomorrow, it becomes compulsory to wear masks in shops and supermarkets. You can find more information on it at the GOV.UK website. You can also find information here about any exemptions that might apply to you.

Saddleworth West and Lees Liberal Democrat Councillor Sam Al-Hamdani backs a Liberal Democrat idea to support frontline Covid-19 workers in Oldham Borough.  At the next full meeting of Oldham Council (15 July), he will propose an amendment to a Labour motion on care workers.  The Liberal Democrats in Oldham believe the administration motion does not […]

A new pilot coronavirus testing site has been installed at the Southgate Street car park (next to Oldham Library – Oldham town centre) on Friday, 26 June. The facility is for people who are concerned that they may have coronavirus, who do not necessarily have access to a vehicle and we are particularly keen for our […]

Following reports that Oldham Council is set to borrow in the region of £13 million to contribute to a Greater Manchester scheme to support Manchester Airport, Lib Dem Councillor Sam Al-Hamdani called on the scheme to be balanced by a requirement for the airport to introduce improved green targets.  Councillor Al-Hamdani said: “Manchester Airport is […]

At Oldham Council on Wednesday night, I seconded a motion to introduce idling free zones outside schools and other crucial areas. There are some simple steps that can be taken to protect our children from air pollution, such as introducing public space protection orders. The Labour Party majority sent the motion to the Overview and […]