LOCALS who live, work or travel in the borough are invited to put forward their views as Oldham Council begins the process of setting the budget for 2026/27.
The public consultation, which runs until Monday, February 16, will help the Council gather opinions to understand the priorities of businesses and residents.
Based on current proposals, the Council will deliver a balanced budget for the financial year ahead which, if agreed, will include a number of budget saving proposals.
Leader of Oldham Council, Cllr Arooj Shah, said: “The focus with this proposed budget is making steady, meaningful improvements that residents can feel in their everyday lives.
“This includes creating safer streets, supporting local communities, and investing in the services that help our borough thrive.
“We are being careful with public money, open about the challenges, and focused on taking a responsible approach to guarantee Oldham remains financially stable and resilient.”
The consultation asks residents and businesses two key questions: ‘Where do you think the Council should save money?’ and ‘What areas do you think the Council should be spending money on?’.
Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Corporate Services and Sustainability, Cllr Abdul Jabbar, said: “The borough is growing: we’re building more houses, driving forward with our transformation plans, and creating new opportunities for our people – but we still have savings to make.
“We’re asking residents for their views on how we can improve efficiencies, continue delivering quality services, and plan for the future.
“Your feedback will help us make informed decisions that strengthen services and support our communities.
“Now the consultation has launched, we would encourage everyone to get involved and have their say on how we shape our final plans.”
You can take part in the consultation online here.
Councillors will make a final decision on budget proposals at Budget Council on Wednesday, March 4.
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