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New figures worryingly show councils are supporting another record-high number of households in temporary accommodation ⚠The temporary accommodation subsidy gap - currently stuck at 2011 levels - needs to be urgently addressed in the Autumn Budget local.gov.uk/about/news/lga…

Good to be back on here after my social media silence supporting NorthCare Charity 💙 with every £ going to our Oldham A&E Relative’s Room. I can’t thank everyone enough who so kindly donated whatever you could, truly overwhelmed. So target was to raise just over £600 & we raised 🥁

On this World Mental Health Day, let’s remember the power of movement! Getting up and staying active during the day not only boosts our physical health but also improves our mental well-being. 🧠💪. Check out this message from the Mayor on why it’s so important to keep moving.

Lovely to be able to share ACAT certificates with some of the 2023 cohort today #catskillsforcasemanagement #cognitiveanalytictherapy R Tan @YMCATogether

I've #justsponsored Rachel Hopkins, who's fundraising for Show Racism The Red Card on JustGiving. Donate now justgiving.com/page/rachel-ho…

Kate Portman @YMCATogether Mike Barker It’s been a privilege to work alongside you, we’re really going to miss you.

Well I am just delighted beyond words to share this news. Huge thanks to Bev Craig and the whole Manchester City Council family for the opportunity. Lots now to do, and I cannot wait to get started #Manchester #localgov

Well what a year & as I take a break from fundraising now, I know at the start of the year dealing with further health issues I questioned if we could hit our yearly £10K target like previous years for our local charities. I’m so humbled once again by your incredible support & 🥁

November is Islamophobia Awareness Month. Council Leader Arooj Shah encourages everyone to take this opportunity to learn about the impact of Islamophobia, and support our diverse communities. 💚 Let's come together to promote kindness and ensure everyone feels valued.

We’ve had a fantastic day meeting Tilbury Douglas project partners to share the progress of Phase 2 in Oldham Old Library’s restoration & the progress made against our social value commitments for Oldham Council. #TilburyDouglas #Construction #Oldham #DKMS

.✨ Donna Hall ✨ presents a radical new model of place leadership, which starts and ends with the person

I think it’s time to join the new enlightened world of Bluesky. Feel free to follow me here 👇 bsky.app/profile/mikeba…

I feel it’s time to move - you’ll find me now at mikebarker2.bsky.social Have enjoyed living here but feel the neighbourhood has changed too much for my liking Will still call by occasionally

There are just 2 weeks till #NHSConfedExpo This conference will bring together 5000+ health & care leaders to collaborate, share insights & develop innovative solutions to deliver high-quality care for all. I hope to see you there! Book your pass: i.snoball.it/p/jnNXA/t/1

Congratulations to Oldham Council, winners of the@OdgersInterim sponsored #MostImprovedCouncil award at the 2025 #LGCAwards. Well done! #Localgov #LGA #OldhamCouncil

Most Improved Council 2025

We know we have our critics & we’ve never shied away from the challenges 🏆   That’s why we’re proud to be named Most Improved Council at the national LGC awards ❤️🙌    Thank you to everyone in Oldham who’s helped us get here. Read on: oldham.gov.uk/news/article/2… 🎉 #LoveOldham

Congratulations Arooj Shah & everyone at Oldham Council on this Award. Well deserved recognition #OurCoopDifference