29/01/2025
Local MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth, Debbie Abrahams, recently met with our chief executive, Mark Gifford for the first time and they have pledged to work together and build stronger communities in the borough. Ms Abrahams visited Mark Gifford at FCHO’s Union Street offices earlier this mont...
24/01/2025
We are pleased to announce that we have formally taken over the £4.9 million development at Hughes Close in Failsworth after roads and paths were completed just before Christmas. The 14 four-bedroom and four three-bedroom sustainable homes on the brownfield site off Hughes Close - previously a de...
22/01/2025
A way to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) has been adopted across Oldham after a summer pilot we ran in Higginshaw saw a 50% reduction in incidents. Offences like arson, vandalism, criminal damage and youths hanging around causing nuisance all plummeted in the area last July and August. There w...
20/01/2025
Exciting times for our involved customers! Last week our Customer Voice Panel (CVP) kicked off its first meeting of the year on a positive note. In a change to how our CVP has previously run, we now have a panel of 10 core members who have been recruited to work with us on all strategic and regul...
14/01/2025
Local MP Jim McMahon has praised the quality of our £20 million West Vale development during a recent visit just as the project nears completion. Mr McMahon was greeted by our new Chief Executive, Mark Gifford last Friday for a tour of the site in Coldhurst that comprises 88 high-quality and sust...
10/01/2025
This week, our teams have taken part in Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) Operation AVRO in the Oldham borough. The operation focuses on improving engagement with residents and addressing local crime. Colleagues from our ASB and Neighbourhoods teams joined GMP local policing colleagues on patrol...
06/01/2025
As the cold weather settles in, we're here to help you care for your home and manage your energy bills more effectively. Keeping your home warm and safe during the colder months is essential, both for your health and your home. We’ve rounded up tips and advice covering many issues you may encount...
06/01/2025
This week we’re supporting our friends at Greater Manchester Police to raise awareness of and take action to end domestic abuse. We know the devastating impact it can have on individuals and families and if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone and we can help...
23/12/2024
We will close at 12noon on Tuesday, 24 December 2024 and will reopen at 9am Thursday, 2 January 2025. We hope everyone celebrating Christmas has a wonderful time, and we'll see you all in January 2025! In case of an emergency, please use the below numbers: For heating and boiler issues, please r...
18/12/2024
Around 1,500 FCHO customers and members of local community groups who might otherwise go without will have special gifts to open on Christmas Day, thanks to the generosity of businesses in our supply chain and kind-hearted FCHO colleagues. Every year we organise our FCHO Winter Giving Appeal to s...