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More power for Middleton!
Middleton Township will have much more power as a result of the new Council Policy of devolving as much responsibility as possible. The devolution, part of the Liberal Democrat Manifesto will now…
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Talking Politics by Councillor Tom Bailey
I am delighted to contribute to this section of the paper… So what do I know about politics? Well not as much as people may think! You see I got into politics to make a difference to my community.…
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Rush backs end to Anti-Social Behaviour Campaign!
Heywood Councillor - Peter Rush has backed calls against anti-social behaviour in Heywood.
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Rochdale Borough Council says 'no' to chips in bins.
Rochdale Borough Council's Environment Boss - Lib Dem Councillor Wera Hobhouse has ruled out microchips in wheelie bins in the Rochdale Borough. Following a question from Castleton Councillor Ted…
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Home rule for Heywood - A step closer!
The day was the 1st April 1974 - the day that Heywood lost much of its power to Rochdale. The day that the old Heywood Town Council was finally dissolved and Rochdale took over the running of the…
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Lack of Consultation must never happen again!
Cllr Wera Hobhouse, Rochdale Borough Council's Portfolio Holder for Environment and Sustainability has held an urgent meeting with Leading Council Officers - seeking assurances that in future she…
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A timely reminder for shoppers!
Shoppers in the Wheatsheaf Shopping Centre will now have no excuse for receiving parking tickets or missing the bus after action from Balderstone and Kirkholt Councillor - Dale Mulgrew. Clocks have…
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Labour must take blame for Darnhill closure!
The Labour Party has been accused of misleading the people, after they complained about the closure of Darnhill Community Centre in Heywood.
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Talking Politics by Councillor Brenda Kerslake
As chair of Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee I would like to take this opportunity to say a big Thank you to all 60 councillors for the united commitment to keeping our hospital services Local,…
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Rochdale says 'NO' to ID Cards!
Rochdale Council have confirmed their opposition to Compulsory ID Cards at a very constructive debate at a Rochdale Council Meeting. The Council will now refuse to play 'part in any pilot scheme or…
