Residents invited to shape Tameside’s future as Local Plan consultation opens

Residents, businesses and community stakeholders across Tameside are being encouraged to have their say on the latest stage of the borough’s Local Plan.

The current phase, titled Homes, Spaces and Places, sets out how Tameside will grow and develop over the next 15 years, up to 2042. It will guide where new homes and jobs are located, protect valued green spaces and ensure the right infrastructure is in place to support communities as the borough evolves.

An online consultation is now open and will play a vital role in shaping Tameside’s future. The draft plan has already been informed by feedback from the first two stages of consultation, and residents are once again being invited to review the proposals and share their views.

The draft Local Plan includes:

• Policies to guide development and safeguard valued areas
• Site allocations for housing and employment growth
• Measures to ensure growth is supported by transport improvements, schools and health services
• A strong focus on high-quality design and embedding low-carbon principles in all future developments

In addition to the online consultation, a series of drop-in sessions will take place in every town across the borough over the coming weeks, giving people the chance to view the plans in person, ask questions and speak directly with council officers.

Cllr McLaren, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Growth, Housing and Homelessness, said: “Everyone’s voice in Tameside matters. This is your opportunity to shape the borough’s future and influence how it grows and thrives. We want to hear from as many people as possible to make sure our Local Plan reflects the needs and aspirations of our communities. Please take the time to get involved and have your say. Together, we can create vibrant neighbourhoods, thriving towns, and spaces that work for everyone.”

People can take part in the consultation and find out more information online at www.tameside.gov.uk/homesspacesplaces.

Drop-in session dates and locations:

• Wednesday 7 January, 3pm–7pm

Denton – Tameside Wellness Centre

• Friday 9 January, 3.30pm–7pm

Mossley – Mossley Community Centre

• Monday 12 January, 1pm–5pm

Longdendale – Hattersley Library

• Wednesday 14 January, 4pm–7pm

Droylsden – Active Medlock

• Thursday 15 January, 11am–3pm

Dukinfield – The Together Centre

• Saturday 17 January, 9am–1pm

Hyde – Clarendon Square Shopping Centre

• Wednesday 21 January, 1pm–5pm

Stalybridge – Stalybridge Library

• Thursday 22 January, 3.30pm–6.30pm

Ashton – Ashton Library, Tameside One

• Wednesday 28 January, 3pm–7pm

Audenshaw – Ryecroft Hall

Residents are encouraged to attend a session or complete the online consultation to ensure their views help shape the future of Tameside.