The local plans, investments and decisions worth following.
4 selected records checked against official sources. A plan is not a completed project; each record shows the stage its source establishes.
Oldham town centre
The Loom event space
The new flexible venue launched in March 2026.
Opened · evidence dated 2026-03-28
Responsible body: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
What the source says: The linked public record supports this project’s location, scope and stated stage; promised benefits are not measured outcomes.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named location verified; a current ward boundary match and the extent of benefits have not been verified. No ward-level outcome is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
New event space The Loom weaves a bright future for Oldham | Oldham Council →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Connect venues to everyday town-centre life →
Keep new facilities usable after opening day →
Connect local skills to local opportunities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Greaves Street, Oldham
J. R. Clynes Building restoration
The former Old Library reopened in August 2025 as a civic and cultural building.
Restoration completed · evidence dated 2026-07-10
Responsible body: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
What the source says: The linked public record supports this project’s location, scope and stated stage; promised benefits are not measured outcomes.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named location verified; a current ward boundary match and the extent of benefits have not been verified. No ward-level outcome is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Historic J.R. Clynes Building named Regeneration Project of the Year | Oldham Council →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Connect venues to everyday town-centre life →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Alexandra Park and Bankfield Clough
Northern Roots first phase
The first phase opened with a welcome building, café, forestry learning space, urban farm and trails.
First phase open · evidence dated 2026-09-21
Responsible body: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
What the source says: The linked public record supports this project’s location, scope and stated stage; promised benefits are not measured outcomes.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named location verified; a current ward boundary match and the extent of benefits have not been verified. No ward-level outcome is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Northern Roots opens: A major new green space for Oldham welcomes first visitors | Oldham Council →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Northern Roots creates a place to use now →
Keep new facilities usable after opening day →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Yorkshire Street, Union Street and nearby streets
Town-centre shopfront grants
A grant round was announced to help local shops improve their premises. Current availability must be checked.
Grant round announced; applications may have closed · evidence dated 2026-07-01
Responsible body: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
What the source says: The linked public record supports this project’s location, scope and stated stage; promised benefits are not measured outcomes.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Named location verified; a current ward boundary match and the extent of benefits have not been verified. No ward-level outcome is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Grants of up to £20,000 available to help Oldham businesses improve the town centre | Oldham Council →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Some high-street premises still need improvement →
Connect local skills to local opportunities →
How to track delivery →