There has been a massive response to Liberal Democrat Zahid Shah's Crime Survey in St. Peter's Ward. Zahid Shah said "I would like to thank everyone that responded. Well over a third of the residents who have responded to our survey so far say they have either been the victim of or witnessed a crime in the last year, although not everyone reported incidents to the police.
Rochdale MP Paul Rowen is launching a campaign to 'protect our moors'. Mr Rowen was speaking after taking part in a six mile hike aimed at continuing the campaign against reopening Ding Quarry. The protestors saw a great number of off road and quad bikes on their walk, as well as spotting massive damage to our moors and burnt out vehicles.
Rochdale Council has unveiled five new carton recycling banks this week - to help residents recycle food and drink cartons.
Chesterfield MP Paul Holmes is urging female war veterans to have their efforts recognised by applying for a new badge of recognition.
New generation anti-depressants have little clinical benefit for most patients, research suggests. A University of Hull team concluded the drugs actively help only a small group of the most severely depressed.
Deaf and speech-impaired people are to be able to text the emergency services for help under a new initiative.
