Oldham

Oldham is a borough within Greater Manchester, England. It's currently newsworthy due to two distinct developments. Firstly, a statutory independent inquiry is set to examine group-based sexual exploitation, specifically addressing whether ethnicity, culture, or religion influenced the offending and the institutional response. This inquiry will begin its full investigation after the terms of reference are presented to parliament in April. Secondly, Oldham is part of the Greater Manchester region experiencing expansion of the publicly controlled Bee Network, which includes the introduction of night bus services to every borough. This expansion is driven by a significant increase in ridership since buses were brought back under public control in 2023, demonstrating the growing importance of public transportation in the area. The grooming gangs inquiry highlights ongoing concerns about child sexual exploitation, while the Bee Network expansion reflects efforts to improve connectivity and accessibility within Greater Manchester.