Lighting the fuse on bonfire plan

OLDHAM Council is planning to bring back a popular family event with a bang.

The authority hopes to revive the annual bonfire and fireworks event in November.

Plans are at an early stage and while a venue hasn’t been decided, the aim is a family event with food, funfair rides and other activities.

Council leader Jim McMahon said: “It could be a really good thing for the borough.

“The bonfire event at Alexandra Park attracted big family crowds — up to 10,000 people — all enjoying a great community event.”

Anyone with suggestions or ideas can email Councillor McMahon at leadersoffice@oldham.gov.uk.