Local elections took place in the borough yesterday and the results are in. The Labour administration remains in overall control of the council. The political make up of Oldham Council is now as follows:
Labour Group – 35 counciilors
Liberal Democrat Group – 9 councillors
Conservative Group – 9 councillors
Failsworth Independent Party – 5 councillors
Independents – 2 councillors
To find out the full results from overnight clickhere.
Covid vaccine clinics for 5 to 11 year olds
The Royal Oldham Hospital are running Covid vaccine clinics every day for 5–11 year olds.
Appointments are bookable through the National Booking Service or by ringing the hub directly on 0161 627 8102.
Those who have recently recovered from Covid should still come forward for their vaccination, as having had the virus does not give the same levels of protection. Anyone over 18 who has had Covid will need to wait four weeks before having any dose of the vaccine, or 12 weeks for those aged 12 to 17.
Could you be a foster carer?
Foster Care Fortnight 2022 will take place from 9–22 May.
This year's theme is #FosteringCommunities to celebrate the strength and resilience of fostering communities and all they do to ensure children are cared for and supported to thrive.
This year Oldham Council is celebrating our fantastic fostering community. From our fabulous carers to our fostering staff, they all play a vital role in looking after Oldham’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We urgently need more people to foster in Oldham so if you've ever thought fostering might be something you'd like to do click here for more information or phone 0161 770 6600.
All carers receive a tailored support package, first class training and generous payments and allowances, up to £556 per week (dependent on skills and experience).
Fly-tippers and litter louts prosecuted
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted four residents after they discarded waste and litter in the borough.
All the cases were heard at Tameside Magistrates court and have resulted in fines and costs of more than £3,100 being handed out to the defendants.
Join the Greater Manchester NHS primary care careers and job eventon Thursday 12 May, 10am–2pm at the Etihad Stadium (M11 3FF)to learn about career opportunities in primary care: from medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, dentistry, to healthcare assistants, practice managers, wider support roles and many more.
At the event there will be the opportunity to visit information stalls, listen to talks and learn about other people’s careers. As well as find out about the different pathways into the sector – from apprenticeships, to college courses, degrees and further professional development.
Everyone is welcome, whether you already work in the NHS and are looking for a new challenge or are a student thinking about your future.
Please share the event details and link with colleagues, family and friends who may be interested in finding out about a career in primary care.
Learn about Cancer Awareness
If you want to learn more about spotting the signs of Cancer and how small changes can reduce Cancer risk you should visit one of the sessions listed below. There'll also be information about screening and much more.
