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All newsCulcheth’s Burnham Puts State Schools Centre Stage
Andy Burnham, raised in Culcheth, has dedicated a Made in State School plaque to Hope Academy, giving pupils a welcome reminder that ambition is not reserved for the privately educated.
NewsBurnham Brings Theatre to Labour Conference
Andy Burnham’s Labour conference appearance has clearly generated plenty of backstage chatter. The supplied report promises drama, though the actual speech details are rather mysteriously absent.
NewsBurnham Hails Liverpool Pride as He Takes the Top Job
Andy Burnham has described Liverpool as a special city on becoming Prime Minister. From Culcheth, the pride is understandable, though warm words will need practical results.
NewsPeel Eyes 450 More Homes for Culcheth
Peel wants permission for up to 450 homes north of Culcheth, alongside school, health, sports and shopping facilities. Useful extras, but another huge scheme is looming.
News450 More Homes for Culcheth? The Green Fields Fight Back
Peel Land wants an environmental ruling on up to 450 homes beside Culcheth High School, promising facilities and greenery while residents fear roads and services will buckle.
NewsWigan Councillors Take Aim at Tritax Rail Hub Plans
Wigan councillors are being urged to oppose Tritax’s proposed 500-acre rail freight hub, which critics say could bring farmland loss and 1,200 daily HGV journeys.
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