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At a meeting of Whitworth Town Council on 19 September 2024, the Town Council voted to bestow the title of Honorary Townsman of Whitworth on Councillor Alan Neal. The nomination was made by Councillor Tom Aldred, who explained “Alan has given excellent service to Whitworth over his 37 years as a Whitworth Town Councillor. This is a prestigious accolade and the highest award the Town Council are able to give.” Councillor Aldred added that he cannot think of anyone that is more deserving.
On a misty and cold but thankfully dry morning, 420 native trees were planted at Waingap Woods. This was a WTC Environment and Wildlife Committee project supported by Ian Wright and Will Swift from LCC Treescape. We'd like to thank the amazing 9 local volunteers who turned up to help at very short notice.
Councillor Mike Royds has produced a report into proposed changes for vehicles using Tonacliffe Road and Oakenshaw Avenue. He would welcome residents thoughts and views on this proposal. PLease email any comments to cllrmikeroyds@whitworth.gov.uk or phone 07811 9944583.
At Whitworth Town Council's June Full Council meeting, councvillors were plaesed to be able to support a campaign promoted by Lord (Don) Foster and Electrical Safety First to improve the safety of lithium batteries (used in e-bike and e-scooters) and their disposal.
At 9am on 6th June 2024, Cllr Gareth Baron, Mayor of Whitworth, proudly raised the Flag of Peace, in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. At 9.15pm tonight, a commemorative beacon will also be lit at the top of Brown Wardle, alongside other beacons across France and the United Kingdom as part of the International Tribute to recognise the bravery and sacrifice of all those involved in the D-Day landings.
Annually, Whitworth Town Council present awards to amazing residents who really do enhance our fantastic town. This year, councillors felt that two very talented youngsters equally deserved the Mayor of Whitworth's Young Achiever Award - Daniel Calderbank and Ellie Clegg. The Dr Alan Morris Award was given to Whitworth Leisure Centre CIC, in receognition of the unbelievable volunteer effort that has gone into the re-opening of Whitworth Leisure Centre.