Healey
Public cycle and pathway maintenance
Cycle Route 92, connecting Skye to Whitworth via the breathtaking Healey Dell Nature Reserve, is a cherished gem for our local community.
22 Mar 2025
Rochdale, Heywood, and Middleton Liberal Democrats
The 2024 General Election
In the 2024 General Election the Liberal Democrats won 72 seats on a vote share of 12.2%, for the first time securing the same share of seats in the Commons as our share of the vote, and becoming the largest third party in Parliament in 100 years. Across Greater Manchester the Liberal Democrats gained two seats and the Conservatives lost all their seats, making the Liberal Democrats the second party at the Parliamentary level for the first time since our foundation in 1988.
Whilst Labour formed a new government with a massive majority, they did this on just 33.7% of the votes cast, the lowest of any majority party on record.
Nationally the Conservatives were reduced to just 121 seats (with no MP's in Greater Manchester) just 50 seats ahead of the Liberal Democrats.
The election also saw an increase in the number of minor parties represented in the House of Commons (13) and the number of MP’s elected as Independents (15).
Since the General Election
In local by-elections in 2025 the Liberal Democrats for the first time won more by-elections across the UK than any other political party.
The Liberal Democrats aren’t only doing well at gaining seats, we are also holding our seats well. Historically, we have maintained a defence rate of about 67%, i.e. holding 2 out of every 3 seats we defended.
Since the General Election the Liberal Democrats have won more seats in local elections, whilst the Conservatives have lost seats both in by-elections and in defections. Here in Greater Manchester the Liberal Democrats followed on from being the second party of parliamentary politics by becoming also the second party of local politics, overtaking the Conservatives with the number of Councillors we have across Greater Manchester.
Sadly, with 18 months of Labour Government behind us, it is becoming clear that Labour are just making things worse as they take from the poorest to prop up an economy that serves the rich. From the cuts to winter fuel allowance, to the treatment of WASPI women; from the cuts to PIP’s to the failure to get sewage out of our rivers, Labour is letting us down.
Here in Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale the Liberal Democrats are providing real opposition to this Labour Council.
- It is the Liberal Democrats who are providing a voice for our local communities, whilst Labour is closing the community forums to silence the voices of residents.
- It is the Liberal Democrats who have spoken out against the poor results of Rochdale Borough Housing and the Guinness Partnership.
- It is the Liberal Democrats who have spoken out against crazy road schemes, and poor-quality traffic calming.
Nationally, whilst Labour are cutting services and support for the poorest in our society, it is the Liberal Democrats are calling for big banks, social media companies, energy companies, and gambling giants to pay their fair share, to help fund public services and support those in need.
In July 2024 the voters of Great Britain called for change, and whilst Labour continue with the same failed policies of the past, only the Liberal Democrats offer the sensible change that we need!
Liberal Democrat campaigner Tom Shaw has been fighting to get the Pilsworth Stink, which is affecting people in Heywood and Middleton, sorted out.
In Healey Ward, Liberal Democrat campaigner Andy Lord has successfully campaigned for a crossing on Shawclough Road.
Following a multi-agency meeting at Milnrow Health Centre, your Liberal Democrat Councillors have agreed funding for youth bus provision to come to Milnrow park.
Healey
Crossing is coming!
After nearly two years of persistent campaigning, a much-needed crossing on Shawclough Road is finally becoming a reality.
11 Mar 2025
Healey
A funny thing happened to the Forum!
For nearly two decades, the Healey Ward Forum provided an essential platform for residents to meet with council officers, police representatives, and local councilors to discuss and resolve issues affecting our community.
26 Mar 2025
Healey
CAMPAIGNING TO CLEAN UP OUR RIVERS
In 2023, the River Spodden and River Roch in Rochdale experienced significant sewage pollution.
10 Mar 2025
Healey
ASSURANCES SOUGHT ON HEALEY SURGERY!
Ten years ago local residents around Healey Surgery successfully blocked plans to extend the building which threatened to encroach on their light.
10 Jul 2025
Healey
Andy Lord's Residents' Survey
If you live in Healey then please complete Andy's residents survey.
4 Feb 2026
