You are Here: Home » News » Main News » New images of Failsworth ‘charging oasis’ released A CGI view of the Failsworth Charging Oasis CGI images show how a huge new £4m electric vehicle charging site will look in Failsworth Works on the large-scale charging station – which developers call a ‘charging oasis’ – have already begun The project at an abandoned petrol station on the corner of Reliance Street and Oldham Road is supposed to help ‘breathe new life’ into the area by supporting commuters with electric cars The design features 12 ultra-rapid charging bays four waiting bays for if all the chargers are occupied and a Caffè Nero Express The images show an unusual circular design with plenty of greenery green road markings and the charging ports which will be able to deliver up to 300kW in short charges The charge means drivers could travel up to 325 miles after a 20-minute stop believes the site could ‘revitalise the area’ The site sees more than 26,000 commuters pass by each day and has more than 1,242 registered EVs in the local area But as well as letting EV owners charge their cars Be.EV predicts the scheme would boost spending at local businesses by up to three per cent said: “This once-derelict site is set to become a key transport feature of the community - a thriving hub buzzing with activity "By breathing new life into this space we’re not just revitalising the area - we’re paving the way for cleaner has undergone intensive decontamination works and is now the first former petrol station to be re-certified as a ‘green site’ for clean energy use by Manchester City Council The multi-million pound scheme is a part of the ‘Northern Gateway’ project neighbourhoods and infrastructure to a number of ‘underdeveloped’ sites in north Manchester and the borders of Oldham © Oldham Chronicle - all rights reserved Sign our campaign for a grant funding review The Woodhouses scheme was subject to intense councillor scrutiny Jones Homes’ application for 41 homes in Woodhouses village returned to the council chamber after a deferral in January and was passionately discussed for 90 minutes before finally being granted a somewhat reluctant approval seeking permission for the development of 101 homes passing within 20 minutes with unanimous approval Jones Homes’ plans for 41 homes at Woodhouses in Failsworth, which had been deferred in January with a resolution to grant approval passed pending a Section 106 agreement Councillors representing the “significant concerns of local residents” mainly aimed at traffic concerns – were backed by applause Local residents “accept the principle” of residential development but are concerned about highway safety and traffic issues Audible gasps were heard in Oldham Civic Centre after a ten-minute objection speech from Cllr Ken Rustidge was deemed “not relevant to the planning application” by the chair Jones Homes then reiterated to the committee its readiness to appeal should the plans be refused over the issues causing consternation Dissenting councillors put forward a motion to reject the scheme on highway safety grounds thinking the entire application had been dismissed – the chair reminded representatives that voting on the motion was not the same as the application the polarised committee underwent a lengthy voting process over the application’s fate with several recounts of votes Opposing councillors struggled to accept the resulting seven-seven tie which to some appeared more like six hands than seven committee chair Cllr Marc Hince was told that following a tie he had the casting vote – the numbers were clarified for a fourth time Cllr Hince then responded to shouts from the gallery suggesting that by voting for the scheme he would be complicit for a death on the road by stating he was “not responsible for people’s illegal driving” – and casting a second tiebreaker To be located on a four-acre plot south of Ashton Road the scheme has been designed by Woodcroft Design The developer will build 10 three-bed and 27 four-bed houses Jones Homes is a subsidiary of The Emerson Group Credit: FO Developments’ scheme in Chadderton will be handed over to Great Places Housing The second application to be heard by the committee – FO Developments’ plan to build 101 homes in Foxdenton Chadderton was passed unanimously within 20 minutes The 6.5-acre site is accessed from Horton Close and is currently made up of Foxdenton Farm Riding School as well as undeveloped land It will now host 20 two-bedroom homes along with 52 three-beds and 29 four-beds while DAC Landscape Architecture designed the outdoor areas Great Places Housing is to offer all the houses for shared ownership Chadkirk Consulting is the planning consultant for the scheme Read our comments policy Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Almost thought this was an April Fools joke It would be hilarious if the backdrop to this wasn’t so serious What hope do we have of providing the required homes in this country if allocated sites (with a recommendation to approve & no stat consultee objections) are treated in this fashion Excellent news About time we built some new houses for our friends having to live in squaller in our hotels Absolute disgrace when 300 people who are concerned about peoples safety put objections in and are completely ignored,these homes are not going to be affordable for Normal people that’s why they’re being built in woodhousesthe latest development houses are being sold at 700K plus so much for affordable homes Great little scheme but highlights everything that is wrong with our planning system these are exactly the type of applications that never have to face a planning committee again The borough claims it has a “disproportionately high number of HMOs” and is to pursuing the introduction of measures to wrestle back control The housing association is working with main contractor Caddick to build 69 social rent homes for over 55s and a GP surgery on 2.5 acres of 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Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" About  Advertise  Contact It’s a rainy Tuesday morning in Manchester, and I’m chatting with Josh Jones lives up to his nickname as “the Mancunian Ray of Sunshine.” Though he’ll be the first to admit I didn’t call myself that?” he laughed “You don’t have to be that much of a ray of sunshine to stand out in Manchester though as it’s literally raining right now.” And that pretty much sums up Josh’s approach to life: self-aware As he prepares to hit the road on his new UK stand-up tour I Haven’t Won The Lottery So Here’s Another Tour Show! and his very real dream of parquet flooring Josh had what he calls a “normal Manchester upbringing” split between his parents in Droylsden and Failsworth “Dad was in Droylsden and my mum was in Failsworth. I was gigging in the Frog and Bucket a couple of weeks ago and when i said I was from Failsworth someone made a massive wrenching sound like they were throwing up.” “but we’ve got a few gobsh*tes—I can say that and he’s quick to acknowledge how the city shaped his voice on stage “Manchester makes you funny by default,” he said it’s raining—you’ve got to find the humour in it Like many Northern comics, Josh’s early days were spent playing open mics and local clubs. Gigs in the city were mainly in the Northern Quarter people learn where they can get an opportunity gigging across Greater Manchester and beyond—everywhere from the Northern Quarter to small rugby clubs in the Peak District it wouldn’t be a proper Manc comedy career without a few gigs at the legendary Frog and Bucket the heckling’s mostly behind him—“People know I can handle myself now,” he jokes—but that hasn’t stopped fans from jumping in mid-show I think I’m just easy to take the mick out of.” Josh’s new tour is a mix of fresh material and his trademark storytelling magic But don’t expect tales of wild nights and reckless youth—Josh has moved on “I’m balls-deep in my thirties now,” he says “I want this tour to feel like a proper night out,” he says “There’s a joke in the show that’s a surprise I can’t say what it is because the whole point is that people don’t see it coming—but I’m quite proud of it!” “I thought my cat was stupid because he can’t use the cat flap and I have to open the door for him he just thinks you’re the idiot who opens doors on command.’” Josh still feels most at home among the Northern comedy circuit’s best “I looked up to so many of the headliners when I was starting—like Hayley Ellis We’ve got some of the best club comics in the country right here in the Northwest.” And while big names like Jason Manford and Sarah Millican have long flown the Manchester flag Josh has carved out his own place on the scene—respected by his peers this tour isn’t just about making people laugh—it’s also funding his dream of the ultimate grown-up living room “I’ve found this gorgeous light-blue sofa I want,” he beams “And I want wall-to-wall bookshelves and parquet flooring please come to the tour—I really want that floor.” you’ll find him in Manchester doing what all proud locals do after a trip away: heading straight for a chippy tea but I always had one ‘lapse day’ on my birthday for a chippy tea “Because it’s just a good night out,” he grinned And I don’t want to big myself up too much—but I am actually really quite good at stand-up and just the right amount of chaotic—like all the best nights out in Manchester You can get tickets to see Josh Jones on his I Haven’t Won The Lottery So Here’s Another Tour Show! by clicking here Did we miss something? 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Subscribe to our newsletter now We respect your privacy Have your visit to the website make a difference in Greater Manchester… The I Love MCR Foundation raises vital funds to help improve the lives and prospects of people across Greater Manchester – and we can’t do it without your help The official I Love MCR Shop not only spreads Manchester love across the world but it also helps keeps the lights on so we can support the city region Taking on a challenge? Why not fundraise for our Foundation. 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care home on Guido Street in Failsworth into a brand-new complex care service The former 83-bed Acorn Lodge Nursing Home will now undergo a transformative renovation led by contractor Walter Thompson Once the renovation and refit has been completed Walton Grove will support adults living with complex needs arising from brain injuries neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities providing long-term community care for adults who would otherwise have a pro-longed stay in hospital or other inappropriate setting the new home will feature 40 spacious ensuite bedrooms with Exemplar Health Care’s model of small group living providing a more homely The home will feature communal dining and living spaces These amenities are designed to enhance the overall well-being of residents and foster a sense of community within the care home the design of the new home encompasses input from Exemplar Health Care’s Service User Council a group of residents living at existing homes who ensure the plans will meet the real-world needs of future residents with a broad range of health conditions The home will have its own multi-disciplinary team including an in-house Physiotherapist Registered Nurses and Health Care Assistants offering a holistic approach to care and support Walton Grove will be Exemplar Health Care’s seventh care home in Greater Manchester with the organisation already operating homes in Ashton Exemplar Health Care will be recruiting a diverse range of positions inclusive of care Prior to the first residents moving into the home successful candidates will start by completing a comprehensive induction can be found on the Exemplar Health Care careers website: www.exemplarhc.com/careers said: “This exciting development will see the current site transformed into a state-of-the-art complex needs care home “We have designed this new home with the needs and comfort of future residents in mind and innovative features – such as kitchen equipment that can change height to support wheelchair users – to promote resident engagement and well-being “This project marks a significant investment in the local community and we look forward to welcoming the first residents to Walton Grove at the end of this year.” You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Great British Spring Clean continues at Failsworth section of the Rochdale Canal Community volunteers including staff from First Choice Homes Oldham and Northern Lily at community litter pick at the Failsworth section of the Rochdale Canal Community volunteers - including staff from First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) - cleaned rubbish out of the Failsworth section of the Rochdale Canal at the weekend using canoes and kayaks Well-known local enterprise group Northern Lily and Failsworth Walking Group led the clear up on Saturday aided by eight FCHO volunteers as part of the national Great British Spring Clean initiative The area of the canal around Ridgefield Street and Marlborough Drive has been criticised for its poor litter-strewn condition.  A significant amount of rubbish was collected on and off the water to make a real impact on the local environment and canal wildlife “Thanks to everyone who volunteered to make a big difference to this part of the canal by giving up their Saturday morning,” said FCHO’s Stronger Communities Manager Naomi Martin-Smith “The clean-up was a brilliant example of what happens when people come together with a shared passion to go out and improve where they live “But it’s not just about picking up litter and we were delighted to be involved because we’re proud to support initiatives that empower residents to take ownership of their neighbourhoods.” Director of Northern Lily Victoria Holden said: “The canals are amazing spaces for nature but because they are hidden they tend to get the worst of fly tipping and litter “Funding and support from FCHO are absolutely vital for us to be able to deliver these sessions look after our area and help keep it litter-free for people and nature to enjoy.” Mrs Martin-Smith explained FCHO is supporting a range of similar clean-ups across Oldham for the Great British Spring Clean that continues until April 6.  It kicked off its own efforts recently with a big litter pick around its new £20 million West Vale development You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth man among two jailed for five years for their roles in summer disorder Two men - including one from Failsworth - have been jailed for five years for their roles in the summer disorder And Greater Manchester Police officers are still working hard to tackle outstanding suspects pleaded guilty to violent disorder and robbery at an earlier hearing.  Brown was jailed for two-years-and-four-months he was in the group that breached the metal barriers separating different protest groups and was part of the group that attacked a man Brown was also shouting at and goading other groups and the police Brown also pulled a scarf from a victim with force and stole it has been jailed for two-and-a-half-years following an investigation by specialist detectives following disorder which saw a bus driver assaulted thousands of pounds worth of criminal damage caused Cregan had little choice but to plead guilty to actual bodily harm against the bus driver and violent disorder police were called to reports of violent disorder on Oldham Road in Newton Heath a bus driver was assaulted as Cregan launched a violent and unprovoked attack claiming it couldn’t possibly be him as he was committing crime in Derbyshire that night extensive phone analysis placed Cregan on Oldham Road at the time of the disorder Police also recovered several videos from his phone During a search of his house in Failsworth police found his phone hidden and sellotaped under a kitchen cabinet He had mistakenly left the phone on vibrate so all it took was one phone call to unravel his lies.  DCI Jill Billington said: “GMP are committed to protecting all communities and as demonstrated we are dedicated to employing our resources to seek justice for those subjected to racially motivated crimes "To date 20 adults have been sentenced for the disorder at Newton Heath resulting in more than 25 years of custodial sentences.  locate and trace those who were involved in this deplorable and unnecessary violence and we remain focused on keeping our communities safe whilst bringing swift justice alongside the Crown Prosecution Service “Your help has seen more than 200 reports of information submitted to us which has helped identify 151 suspects.  "Many of our suspects may have been through court You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Historic cotton mill in Failsworth to be turned into more than 100 apartments An exterior shot of the proposed Ivy Mill development Part of a historic cotton mill in Oldham is due to be transformed into an residential complex with more than 100 apartments – despite opposition from locals An application for Ivy Mill in Failsworth was approved at a planning meeting last night (Wednesday).  The 140-year-old building on Crown Street is not a listed building but is steeped in local history Located in the Failsworth Pole Conservation Area it played a vital role in producing the war plane which earned it a visit from King George in 1939 Developer Navid Dean received permission to add four new floors in a tiered structure to the top of the five-storey building The new floors along with the converted top floors of the mill will contain 102 apartments – six one-beds Three of the floors will continue to be used for business They currently house the Ivy Mill Business Centre among other enterprises.  The application came in front of the planning committee once before in July when councillors decided to defer a final decision over ongoing discussions about the amount of affordable housing to be made available on site Mr Dean’s agent made a last minute offer to include 10 affordable homes in the designs.  The approval will also be subject to a £112,000 contribution towards improving public open space at Higher Memorial Park More than £32,000 will go towards improving the green space and £80 will go towards improving the offer for children and young people at the park told the committee: “It’s a project that we believe will significantly enhance the community "Like many areas of GM there’s a shortage of housing in this area.”  The application received 14 objections from locals on the planning portal told the planning panel that the development would have an ‘detrimental impact’ on residents and that dentists GPs and schools in the area were already ‘struggling to cope’ with the demand of the area.  The owner of a family-run travel agency that has neighboured the mill for 40 years Wate described the ‘nightmare junction’ at Wrigley Head and Crown Street She said: “The developer giving £112,000 to the council will make no difference to the dangerous situation created if this is passed … It is a big problem I anticipate on Crown Street.”  Councillors also raised concerns about the limited parking With an additional 50 parking spaces proposed by the developer with some already in use by businesses.  councillor Peter Hobin said he felt the number of spaces was ‘inadequate’.  the plans were still passed by a majority vote on the condition that the developer agrees to a construction management plan to limit the impact on local residents The location of the proposed entrance to the development has proven controversial the developer has declared its intent to appeal if further delays ensue on the allocated Failsworth site Members will also consider plans for 101 homes at Foxdenton A two-hour meeting in January saw members vote unanimously to defer a decision on Jones’ 41-home application in the village of Woodhouses Members cited the need for better transport planning information and wider consideration of the impact of adding more cars to the area’s roads Officers had recommended approval ahead of January’s meeting: the 3.84-acre site has long been allocated for housing and the proposals for 37 market homes and four affordable dwellings were considered acceptable is close to a primary school and village hall and residents have raised concerns over the impact on road safety in general the proposed access from Ashton Road has raised some ire due to the loss of some on-street parking spaces to create access to the development site One possibility had been raised: that an alternative access point is pursued Despite being under no obligation to do so the applicant has met with ward councillors and the chair of a residents’ association to go through how the alternative access idea is a non-starter Officers confirm in planning documents that an entirely fresh application would need to be made were access to change due to this being a fundamental alteration that an applicant cannot be obligated to come up with alternatives involving third parties Officers further state that is outside the scope of the planning authority to broker commercial negotiations between third parties Jones Homes is by now close to running out of patience The firm has communicated to Oldham that is prepared to go over their heads the firm’s team said: “If committee members refuse the application on this basis the Applicant will appeal and seek a claim for costs on the basis of the decision being unrelated to planning matters “The site has been allocated for housing for nearly 20 years and the planning application under consideration is policy-compliant has support from the highway officers of the council and is recommended for approval by Oldham Council officers.” FO Developments and Essex-registered Stonebond Properties (Manchester) are seeking full permission for 101 homes accessed from Horton Close with cycle and emergency access onto Horseshoe Lane subject to agreement on a contribution of £150,000 in two tranches towards education There is also a spending commitment to a linear park The land is made up of Foxdenton Farm Riding School and presently undeveloped land located centrally within the Broadway Green strategic development site which has hybrid planning permission dating from 2015 for a mix of residential and commercial uses – this is residential plot R3 as shown on the indicative development zone plan from that application The already developed plot R2 adjoins the western side of the site through which vehicular access will be obtained via Horton Close The proposed site is one of those marked out for residential development in a 2015 masterplan All homes are to be offered through shared ownership by Great Places Housing A total of 28 objections have been submitted Plans for the Chadderton project can be viewed on Oldham’s planning portal with the reference FUL/353689/24 The Jones Homes documents can be seen with the reference FUL/352724/24 Iets hope this Government’s much Iauded pIanning reforms put an end to the absoIute nonsense of compIiant appIications – recommended for approvaI by professionaI PIanning Officers – being refused or deIayed by Committees pandering to NIMBY’s once and for aII That the Jones site is an aIIocated site makes this even more ridicuIous You’re not interested in people just council tax Will these houses be open to everyone as I live just though daisy nook and want to buy You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth man among 11 people charged with two counts of conspiracy to supply class A drugs The charges are in relation to a series of warrants executed across Greater Manchester and Lancashire in July and November Detectives from Greater Manchester Police's Serious Organised Crime Group have charged 11 people with two counts of conspiracy to supply class A drugs They have each been remanded into custody and were to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court over the weekend This is in relation to a series of warrants executed across Greater Manchester and Lancashire in July and November Christopher Hargreaves (38) of Staghills Road Samuel Nyundai Robinson (24) of Shire Croft Brown were also charged with conspiracy to supply class B drugs You are Here: Home » News » Main News » MP Lucy Powell calls in at new retirement community in Failsworth Pictured (left to right) are: Declan Fishwick Manchester MP Lucy Powell made a visit to the new McCarthy Stone retirement community The Labour MP joined McCarthy Stone’s Business Development Manager to take a closer look at the development and tour both the communal facilities the show apartments Sydney Grange features a collection of low-maintenance energy efficient retirement apartments designed to support the over 60s to live life to the fullest properties at Sydney Grange are exclusively available as part of a government-backed scheme in conjunction with Homes England named Older Persons Shared Ownership (OPSO) provides a helping hand by reducing the upfront cost of a new retirement property through providing a choice of home ownership options up to 75% Monthly rent is payable on the remaining share except where the property is purchased for the maximum share of 75% The properties are currently available to reserve off-plan where almost 50% of the properties have now been reserved and first occupants are expected to make the move later this year Ms Powell said: "It was a pleasure to visit Sydney Grange and see the fantastic work being done to create a welcoming and supportive community for retirees in Failsworth "Developments like this are so important in providing older people with the chance to live independently while also being part of a community "It’s great to see more affordable options like this available locally here in Manchester Central helping people to enjoy their retirement in comfort and security.” The Government has also confirmed it is looking to expand the provision of housing for older people and recently published new research which showed retirement housing results in improved levels of happiness The brand-new development is set to meet the needs of those aged 60 and over seeking an independent retirement with community at its heart Future homeowners will benefit from access to superb shared spaces including maintained gardens and a communal lounge Peace of mind comes from having state-of-the-art security features in every property and a House Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the development For more information about Retirement Living at Sydney Grange, please call 0800 201 4384 or click here By 2024-08-02T08:00:00+01:00 Operations manager: Amy TalbotStore: Morrisons FailsworthOpened: 2003Size: 38,964 sq ftMarket share: 6.2%Population: 866,359Grocery spend: £19,778,163.40Spend by household: £56.19Competitors: 142Nearest rivals: Aldi 0.6 miles For more info visit www.caci.co.uk/contact Notes: Shopper profiling is measured using Grocery Acorn shopper segmentation For CACI’s shopper segmentation of the other stores we visited this week see the online report at www.thegrocer.co.uk/stores/the-grocer-33 Tell us about your career: I’ve worked for the business for 22 years; I started when I was 17 and have worked my way up I’ve done all department management roles and am now operations director It’s a very mixed community of both young and older people and many have been coming to this store as long as it’s been here Pretty much all of our 112 colleagues are long-serving and live in the community Our shoppers are typically price-sensitive so new introductions like our WIGIG offers have gone down really well We’ve got 25 pallets selling a vast array of things like pots and pans We were blown away by the demand for suitcases a couple of weeks ago The business is ramping up its More Card loyalty offers We’ve had offers on bakery where customers can get 100 More points if they buy certain products so we’ve currently got lots of stuff for them The products included touch every part of the store Morrisons has been deploying AI to improve availability We’ve been rolling it out over the last couple of weeks It means there’s now always someone monitoring availability Optics cameras monitor every bay in the shop Those are connected to our handheld terminals We have colleagues working through the app who are physically chasing availability all day it drives colleagues to the shelf to see what’s causing a gap It might be that stock needs pulling forward Our focus now is working to embed those routines and make sure that everyone is involved and can do that task What are you doing to celebrate the Olympics in store lots of our offers were on beers and snacking and that kind of thing What’s been the biggest impact since Rami Baitiéh came in as CEO we’ve always been really focused on our customer but he’s given us the tools to request lines into stores that our customers are asking for but some examples are lime juice and lime cordial Everything is for the customer – it’s been positive and a breath of fresh air Sign in to comment on this article Site powered by Webvision Cloud Learn moreExplore related questionsDiscover more about the topics that matter most Browse our suggested questions or ask your own to find out more You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth primary school receives welcome grant from Tesco shoppers South Failsworth Primary School pupils enjoy their new climbing frame equipment Pupils at South Failsworth Primary School will benefit from new climbing frame equipment thanks to a £1,000 grant from Tesco shoppers which will be used to buy replacement equipment after the previous climbing frame was condemned over three years ago forms part of Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme Stronger Starts awards funds to charities and community organisations that make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people said: “Because the old equipment had been condemned we had patched it up – but eventually it had to be taken down for safety reasons “The members of the PTA have worked hard to raise the funds to pay for it but we still needed an extra boost so we’re grateful to Tesco for helping us access the final bit of funding and ensure the children have safe "The children did not have any equipment to play on and now they are so excited to go out and play each break and lunchtime for helping us achieve our target to enable us to buy new climbing equipment for the pupils We’re so grateful to you all.” in partnership with the Groundwork charity aims to support many more Greater Manchester community projects and good causes in the coming years The scheme enables shoppers to vote for local good causes to receive a £500 said: “We’re delighted that we can help organisations such as South Failsworth Primary School who really are at the heart of their community "Tesco Stronger Starts invites our customers to vote using their blue token for local schemes that they feel are important to help our communities thrive and it’s good to see the impact that the funding makes.” Greater Manchester shoppers can support their local school and children’s groups by dropping the Tesco blue token they receive at checkout into the relevant voting box as they leave the store To apply for Stronger Starts funding, just click the link here You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth bike theft - police are seeking this man Greater Manchester Police officers are looking to speak to this man (above) following the theft of a pedal bike outside Focus Pharmacy on Ashton Road West in Failsworth If you have any information that may help police please call 101 quoting log 2558 of 13/12/2024 or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth man among four sentenced following Piccadilly Gardens disorder Four men - including one from Failsworth - have sentenced to total of 10 years and five months for their roles in recent disorder at Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester city centre They received custodial sentences at Manchester Crown Court on Friday (August 16) They all pleaded guilty to violent disorder at previous hearings The four men were sentenced for their part in an outbreak of disorder which took place at Piccadilly Gardens on Saturday Anthony Livesey (aged 31) of Moorfield Avenue has been sentenced to three years and two months has been sentenced to two years and eight months Kane Kelly (24) of Woodford Road in Failsworth has been sentenced to two years and five months has been sentenced to two years and two months Detective Inspector Andrew Naismith said: “We’re continuing to bring people to justice and so far across several operations has led to 108 suspects being identified with 82 of those being charged and as the days pass more will start to be convicted for their actions “We are still maintaining patrols in key areas to ensure we can respond quickly to any ongoing disorder that may arise and would like to thank the public for their continued support and co-operation as we conduct further enquiries “I would like to thank the public for their support on our appeals – we have been able to take action on the back of your help “If you were involved in violent disorder expect a knock on the door if you haven’t already "Justice will be served against those who took part in mindless acts of violence across Greater Manchester “These sentences serve as a reminder that such behaviour will not be tolerated in our communities.” Officers are still seeking the public’s help in identifying suspects related to disorder across Greater Manchester one of the UK’s fastest-growing public electric vehicle (EV) charging networks has begun construction on Manchester’s first large-scale Charging Oasis.  located on the corner of Reliance Street and Oldham Road (Manchester is the only project of its kind to repurpose a former petrol station into a modern EV charging hub in the UK.  The plot of land was a derelict petrol station for over 15 years and is now being regenerated as the forecourt of the future – equipped with 12 ultra-rapid charging bays capable of charging an EV to 80% in just 20 minutes The charge points are accompanied by four labelled waiting bays giving EV owners clear spaces to queue if the Hub becomes busy These are ready to be converted into full charging bays The Charging Oasis will also be home to a new store by Caffè Nero the premium European independent coffee house who has signed a deal with Be.EV to be the exclusive retail partner on-site.  The Nero Express store will serve as the latest drive-to site in Caffè Nero’s 1,100 store estate and comes as part of the brand’s wider strategy to provide high-quality barista-made coffee to commuters and local communities alike.  Both brands are bringing a commitment to providing a welcoming space for EV drivers with the store providing a warm and welcoming environment for drivers to recharge while their vehicles power up or grab a quick coffee to go whilst passing through.  The partnership brings an additional layer of community focus to the Charging Oasis with the project being a key part of the ongoing regeneration of the Failsworth area.  Manchester City Council has already committed over £550 million to help regenerate the Failsworth area and the site will serve as a focal point for attracting further investment to the region Positioned on a high-traffic route between Manchester and Oldham, over 26,000 commuters pass by the site daily. With more than 1,242 registered EVs in the area, and over 150,000 EVs set to be on Manchester’s roads by 2038 including one fully accessible bay and one specially designed for vans with each charger featuring a water-repellant canopy to keep drivers dry The site also features free Wi-Fi for all users as well as CCTV to ensure members of the community are safe The Charging Oasis marks Be.EV’s first project of this scale and is set to serve as a model for similar Be.EV locations across the UK said: “We’re excited to break ground on our flagship Charging Oasis – this Manchester site will be the jewel in Be.EV’s crown and it’s an incredible moment for the business.  “We’ve designed the site with EV drivers in mind – we know that they want amenities on-site either to take an extended break from driving or simply to pop in and grab a takeaway coffee “Not only will the Charging Oasis provide passers-by with a calm convenient place for them to charge their EV or get a drink but it will also serve as a hub for the local community to enjoy a coffee and a snack “Having Caffè Nero on board as our retail partner is a real testament to the project The partnership elevates the site from somewhere for drivers to quickly charge their car to a destination for them to grab a coffee and recharge their own batteries too.  “Their focus on sustainability and community aligns perfectly with our mission we’re creating a space where drivers can recharge while supporting a greener future.” CEO of Caffè Nero said: “With every Caffe Nero store we aim for it to be a hub in the community where people can come together feel welcomed and enjoy premium hand crafted coffee “The store we are opening at the Manchester Oasis will be just that and it matches perfectly the ambitions Be.EV have for the site.  “We are delighted to partner with them on this they are creating a truly great project which will not only benefit those with electric cars but will also strengthen the local community The construction of the Charging Oasis is expected to be completed by spring 2025 with the site opening shortly thereafter.  Partners of the site include Architect That (who designed the site) AY (who undertook planning and discharging of conditions) Formula Space (who consulted on and manufactured signage) and Matrix (who built infrastructure to bring power to the site) Be.EV also worked with Manchester City Council which has been very supportive and helped to get the project to this point Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals A Building Magazine Leading in the field of building news reporting Building Design & Construction Magazine is one of the most respected and referenced sources of building news enquiries@bdcmagazine.co.uk+44 1484 437312 Subscribe our newsletter to get the best stories into your inbox You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Wanted man with Failsworth links shouldn't be approached Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for the public’s help to find Colin O'Grady O'Grady (aged 51) is wanted for a false imprisonment and assault He has links to the Failsworth and Newton Heath areas of Greater Manchester If you any information regarding O'Grady's whereabouts please call GMP on 0161 856 8962 or make contact through @Crimestoppers on social media You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth care home to shut down with staff to lose jobs and 70 residents told to move More than 70 elderly residents need to be relocated and care staff will lose their jobs after a care home in Failsworth announced it will be shutting down leaving many relatives ‘worried’ about their vulnerable relatives said they would have to close on July 31 due to ‘increased financial challenges beyond our control’ which has led to their decision to sell the building.  Mathew Hughes, director of the Wolverhampton-based company said: “It is with a heavy heart and deep regret that we must announce the impending closure of Acron Lodge Care Home.  “The decision has not been made lightly and comes after extensive deliberation of alternatives.” He promised the company would be working together with the council and relatives to find a new home for the 74 residents in the care home which specialises in dementia and mental health care who pay around £700 a week for the private nursing home say they are ‘gutted’ by the news.  whose 85-year-old husband joined the care home after a nasty fall said he would be ‘upset’ about having to move – but the real concern was people receiving end-of-life care or who suffer from dementia.  “I think some of them will just give up.”  Vivian also noted that it would be difficult to find alternative places that are close to relatives’ homes with most other care homes in the area already over-subscribed She added: “The staff are also really lovely – and they’re devastated "They’ve all lost their jobs.” The council has promised to support the staff at Acorn Lodge A spokesperson said: “The welfare of both the residents and staff at the home are our upmost priority so we will also work in partnership with the Get Oldham Working Team to support staff to seek alternative employment if required.” They also noted that an agreement had been struck with Oldham Property Investment so that if residents had not been relocated by July 31 the care home would stay open until everyone had found a new home They said: “In such an eventuality Oldham Property Investments Limited have given Oldham Council assurances that they will continue to meet the needs of residents at Acorn Lodge for as long as it remains feasible and in the interests of residents.” Relatives and residents have been invited to a meeting at 7pm tomorrow (Thursday) to discuss the closure You are Here: Home » News » Main News » Failsworth wards could be moved into Manchester in boundary shake-up The two Failsworth wards could move into the Manchester Central constituency Two wards in Failsworth could be moved from the Ashton constituency and into Manchester Central under new proposals by the Boundary Commission Parliament are set to change the boundaries of some electoral constituencies and the public are being asked to comment on the latest proposals The Boundary Commission’s process is coming towards its end, and this is Oldhamers’ final opportunity to have their say. The consultation will end on Monday 5 December 2022. To see the full information and comment, you can visit the Boundary Commission webpage The process is being carried out to re-balance the number of electors who are represented by each member of parliament there have been no proposals to change the existing constituency boundaries for Oldham East and Saddleworth or for Oldham West and Royton But it’s been proposed that the two wards that cover Failsworth should be moved Although these wards – Failsworth East and Failsworth West – are part of Oldham borough for council election purposes they’re currently part of the Ashton-under-Lyne parliamentary constituency But proposals now on the table are that they be moved into the Manchester Central constituency Voters can search by postcode to see any proposed changes, or read the proposals for the whole of the North West This includes the detailed changes proposed for Oldham and contains maps highlighting the existing and proposed boundaries A copy of the proposal is available on the first floor of Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre on Greaves Street The Boundary Commission will submit its final recommendations to Parliament by July 2023 Parliament will have the final word on the changes © Oldham Chronicle - all rights reserved.