Ashton GP Service

05/03/2026

04/03/2026

This Van Can
This Van Can… help you get Cancer Clever
The latest “This Van Can” mobile roadshow is currently travelling across all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester. On board, specially trained staff will be available for free, friendly conversations about spotting the early signs of cancer.
Could you spot the signs?
The earlier cancer is found, the easier it is to treat. The NHS wants everyone to know the key symptoms to look out for, including:
A lump or swelling anywhere on the body
A cough or breathlessness lasting more than three weeks
Unexplained bleeding (in p*e, poo, or between periods)
Heartburn that lasts for three weeks or more
Unexplained tiredness, pain, loss of appetite, or weight loss
Dr Sarah Taylor, a Manchester GP, explains:
“Most of the time, these symptoms aren’t cancer – but it’s always worth getting them checked. If it is cancer, catching it early makes all the difference. We want people to know that their GP is here for them.”
The “This Van Can” roadshow is here to make those conversations easier – whether it’s picking up a leaflet, having a quick chat, or simply learning what to watch for.
Further help
If you are looking for more information, please visit our “Further Support” page using the button below where you will find a range of links to help you if you are worried about anything related to cancer.
This Van Can - dates - Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance
Its in Oldham in March, April in Ashton, Manchester in March

19/02/2026

Support and informational sessions for tenants

Greater Manchester Good Landlord Charter are hosting a series of webinars for tenants in the Private Rented Sector to inform them of their rights, get support, and see how the Good Landlord Charter is improving renting across the city-region.

What’s coming up this February:
11 February, 2pm to 3pm
24 February, 6:30pm to 7:30pm
27 February, 2pm to 3pm

All sessions are online and free for tenants across Greater Manchester: Tenant's | Good Landlord Charter.

11/02/2026

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05/02/2026

Awareness
Hate Crime Awareness Week
Gorton and Denton by-election
‘Your Toddler and You’ Resources

Survey
Children and Young People Survey

Events
February What’s On
Reminder - Climate Action Conference
Internships Work National Online Conference
Free Dementia Training

Awareness
Hate Crime Awareness Week
Hate Crime Awareness Week is coming up (2 – 9 February) and we are circulating resources for you to share, as well as information on some activities and events open to everyone.

The campaign encourages everyone to step up – See It, Report It, End It.

Details of activities are:

Thursday 5 February – Clarendon Shopping Centre, Hyde, SK14 2QT
A “Too Great for Hate” community drop‑in mosaic session with artist Caroline Coates. Visitors can add a piece to a community mosaic panel. Community Safety and Caroline will be present 10am–12.30pm and 12:30pm–4pm.

Saturday 7 February – Tesco Superstore, Stalybridge (9am–6pm)
Stalybridge will host an awareness stand to highlight hate crime, promote shared values for the Talking Wall, and offer information on reporting and support services, with Safe Space Wellbeing Lab.

Saturday 7 February – The Methodist Church, Crook Street, Hyde (11am -1pm)
An inclusive event promoting unity and peace, delivered by Thomas Ashton School. The church choir will open at 11am, followed by an invitation to decorate a wooden Peace Dove with a personal pledge for display on a Peace Tree at the Community Centre.

Sunday 8 February – Ark of Hope. The Meeting Point, St Barnabas Church Hattersley (12:30pm -2pm)
An inclusive event bringing cultures and residents together, creating Too Great for Hate positive messages in batik and practical activities for families.

27/01/2026

Homes, Spaces, Places Drop-in sessions

”We’re planning Tameside’s future – homes, jobs, green spaces, transport, and services.

Homes, Spaces, Places (HSP) is Tameside Council’s Local Plan, complementing the Greater Manchester Places for Everyone strategy. It sets out a long-term vision and planning framework for Tameside up to 2042

Help spread the word about the upcoming sessions across the borough and online consultation and don’t forget to join in! Your views really count too as you work across so many of communities, and many or you are residents as well, remember everyone’s input is valuable.”

Drop-in dates:

Denton – Wednesday 7th January, 3pm – 7pm at Tameside Wellness Centre
Mossley – Friday 9th January, 3:30pm – 7pm at Mossley Community Centre
Longdendale – Monday 12th January, 1pm – 5pm at Hattersley Library
Droylsden – Wednesday 14th January, 4pm – 7pm at Active Medlock
Dukinfield – Thursday 15th January, 11am – 3pm at The Together Centre
Hyde – Saturday 17th January, 9am – 1pm at Clarendon Square Shopping Centre,
Stalybridge – Wednesday 21st January, 1pm – 5pm at Stalybridge Library
Ashton – Thursday 22nd January, 3:30pm – 6:30pm at Ashton Library
Audenshaw – Wednesday 28th January, 3pm – 7pm at Ryecroft Hall


Full details and online feedback: www.tameside.gov.uk/homesspacesplaces

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27/01/2026

Gambling Harms- Information Session

When: Thursday 22nd January, 4pm – 6pm

Where: The Anthony Seddon Centre, 12 George Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6AQ

Summary:

“Who is it for?:
Anyone who gambles or is affected by anyone else’s gambling. People interested in finding out more about Gambling Harms (including professionals)


What is it?:
The organisations listed below will be holding stalls to provide information about support available around gambling harms, signposting & networking. Drop in anytime between 4pm – 6pm, no need to book!”