About
Cllr Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE FRCGP is a Labour Party activist, committed local Councillor and respected GP. A champion of many Social Justice and Charity causes, he is the Mayor of Oldham.
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Latest News
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Delighted to support and promote the good work done by our amazing community group!
Delighted to support and promote the good work done by our amazing community group – Anna’s Community Café in Oldham. Well done Anna and team! Read more on the BBC here.
January 4, 2025 -
Happy New Year
This New Year’s Eve I’m looking back at 2024 with appreciation for our community and the amazing people and organisations that make Oldham such a special place. As Mayor, it has been an honour to meet so many incredible groups and projects that embody the heart and spirit of Oldham. 2024 was a challenging
December 31, 2024 -
Merry Christmas
Thousands of handshakes and smiles shared. Its been a privilege to meet so many incredible people over the last 12 months. Thank you for making Oldham a better place for everyone Your support has meant so much this year. Thank you. Sending you my very best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. #iloveoldham
December 23, 2024 -
40 years of service at Werneth Primary school.
Yesterday just before the full council meeting I was delighted to surprise Mrs Hodgkiss who has dedicated 40 years of service to Werneth Primary school. Thank you for all your hardwork over the years!
December 19, 2024
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@ChauhanZahid @highlight Brooke is a truly inspiring young man. We all moan about our health problems and minor trivialities, but when you see someone like Brooke who has overcome major trauma and is truly grateful just to be alive, it always inspires me to be thankful for what I have. Thanks Brooke.
Saddened to see another colleague been attacked while try to do her job and literally saved lives . #zerotolerance means #zerotlerance . Wishing quick swift and full recovery . Prayers and best wishes on behalf of everyone in Oldham #nhs #nurses
Saddened to see another colleague been attacked while try to do her job and literally saved lives . #zerotolerance means #zerotlerance . Wishing quick swift and full recovery . Prayers and best wishes on behalf of everyone in Oldham #nhs #nurses
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Delighted to support and promote good work done by our amazing community group
. Well done Anna and team
'I overcame my own struggles, now I help others'
Chef Anna Kennedy set up a special training cafe to help others after overcoming an alcohol problem.
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I’m pleased to share that the Labour Government is providing over £14.8M to Manchester City Council in 2025/26 to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping. This vital funding will save lives and support those in need.
Congratulations to Inspirational Oldhamers including Sarah Lancashire, Joanne Taylor, and Anthony John Martin for being recognised in King’s new years Honour list. My massive thank you to all those who are continuing to serve our communities with or without…
Our teams have been working hard to resolve the issues caused by the heavy rainfall. Whilst some areas still have standing water, there are no major risk areas across the borough. There are some roads that remain closed for the time being to protect everyone's safety. (1/2)
Bank Holidays are traditionally a busy time for our call handlers at NHS 111. Please take advantage of NHS 111 online at http://111.nhs.uk so you can get health advice faster.
Really disappointed , All my life I fought for people experiencing homelessness from access to doctors to vaccinations . Now we are depriving them from little joy of celebration of new year . I am urging administration to reverse any restrictions placed on free movement of…
Homeless handed map and told where not to go on NYE in city centre https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/homeless-handed-map-told-not-30684873?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar