Our Vision for 2030

In Oldham we’ve got a proud history of punching above our weight. There’s the mills that remind us where we came from, and the bright young businesses that show us where we’re going. The population of our borough may only account for 0.3% of the UK, but we’ve produced leaders in business (like Sir Jim Ratcliffe, one of the world’s richest men), sport (like David Platt and Mike Atherton, who were England football and cricket captains at the same time in the 90s) and culture (like Suranne Jones, Sarah Lancashire and Nick Grimshaw).

Our population is young, diverse and optimistic. Set between an energetic 21st century city and the timeless beauty of the Peak District, Oldham is a great place to call home. If we’re to achieve our potential, though, we need a clear, shared plan for the future.

That’s what we’ve produced here. After extensive conversations with residents, businesses, community groups and organisations around the borough, we’ve agreed this vision. Ambitious, but achievable. Reflective of the world in which we find ourselves, but with an unmistakeable Oldham accent.

Now we’ve got a shared target, it’s up to us all to work together to achieve it. We’re aiming for 2030 – far enough away that real change is possible, but near enough to drive action today.

Every Oldham resident deserves a rich, fulfilling life. This is how we make that possible. This is Our Future Oldham.