Residents and community groups can now apply for funding to throw their own street parties as part of the wider celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June.

With a host of events already lined up over the extended Bank Holiday, residents can also now apply for a community street party grant to support celebrations in their own neighbourhoods.

A total of 70 grants are available with each grant, worth £250, to be spent on food and drink, decorations and entertainment in support of their event.

Residents and community groups have until Monday 11 April to apply for funding, and they can do so by visiting www.oldham.gov.uk/streetparties.

Can I encourage people in Shaw and Crompton to apply.