Oldham’s biggest clean-up campaign is back

Oldham Council’s major clean-up campaign, Don’t Trash Oldham, is back and this time more focused than ever.

Teams will be out across the borough tackling fly-tipping, clearing alleyways and litter hotspots, restoring pride in Oldham’s neighbourhoods. 

Last time, residents, volunteers and council teams joined forces to clear hundreds of tonnes of rubbish from streets, parks and alleyways. 

Since that time, council teams have continued to remove fly-tips across that borough. Where possible, waste is reused, recycled or used for energy. 

The return of Don’t Trash Oldham follows strong resident demand for a cleaner, greener borough, and will see the council work hand-in-hand with communities to clear, refresh and take pride in their local areas. 

To help keep the momentum going, residents can take part in new competitions, including “Clean Alleyway of the Month” and “Cleanest Alleyway of the Year” – with prizes and recognition for those who go the extra mile to keep their streets tidy. 

The campaign will also feature before-and-after photos, community shoutouts, and updates on social media showing progress right across Oldham. 

Cllr Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “Oldham is full of people who care deeply about their communities, and together we’re showing it. 

"Don’t Trash Oldham is about more than cleaning up; it’s about pride, partnership, and progress. 

"We’ve listened to residents and we’re taking action where it matters most, clearing alleyways, tackling fly-tipping, and supporting local people to keep their neighbourhoods looking their best. 

"This is about building a cleaner, greener, more confident Oldham, one street, one alley, one community at a time.” 

Cllr Elaine Taylor, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, added: “We’re focusing our efforts where residents have told us they want to see change, targeting areas that need the most attention and working with communities to make improvements that last. 

"This campaign is a team effort. Our officers, volunteers and residents are working side by side to bring pride back to our neighbourhoods. 

"We’ve already seen how much of a difference a week of action can make, and now we’re ready to take that right across the borough.”