NORTHERN MOOR SPEAKS FOR ITSELF

It's been a very busy week in Northern Moor. The pre-programme publicity for 'The Duchess on the Estate', which painted Northern Moor as dirty, crime-ridden and full of hoodies and thugs made local people very angry.

The three Labour Councillors took part in a public meeting, and helped residents organise a protest on the day the first part of the programme went out.

More than 200 people came to show what Northern Moor is really like - and to prove that community spirit is alive and well.

The next day, Allan Beswick of Radio Manchester broadcast his three hour breakfast show from Sale Circle, and the two Sues (Councillors Sue Cooley and Sue Murphy) were interviewed. Sue Cooley said 'Just before we went on air I had a brain wave. I thought that if the BBC could give us cameras, we could make our own film that showed people what Northern Moor is really like. So I was cheeky and asked Allan live on air. And he agreed!'

Then followed five hectic days of filming - with the help of Radio Manchester. The film we made was showcased at The Manchester College on Tuesday morning.Speaking after the film was shown, Sue Murphy said 'The film showed the Northern Moor I know - a strong community, with local people prepared to work hard to make their area a better place. I'm glad the BBC agreed - and gave us the chance to stand up for local people and our area.'

You can see the films by clicking here

BROOKLANDS SUMMER FAIR

Brooklands had a Summer Fair on the 8th August and all three of the Brooklands Labour councillors were there to join in the fun. The event was a roaring success and very well attended. It was blessed with good weather and opened by the lovely "Molly" off Cornonation Street who stayed for ages, signing autographs, having her pic taken and chatting to people.

Events varied from bands to hook-a-duck.

Bouncy castles were popular with the little ones and there was even ferret racing!

On a more serious note, local Labour councillor Sue Murphy took time out from the fun to recieve a petition from Friends of The Earth demanding action on climate change (pictured).

Sue said" The event was a big success and thanks should go to all the organisers and volunteers who have done a fantastic job."