To adopt changes which have occurred to Sites
of Biological Importance (SBI), including boundary changes, within
the borough. Appendix 1 provides maps of the revised SBI boundaries
(at Fennifield Lily Pond and Castleshaw Pasture). These changes are
outlined in Appendix 2 and 3 alongside details of the SBIs
reviewed.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: Medlock Vale; Saddleworth North;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 23/02/2026
Decision due: 19 Oct 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member - Neighbourhoods and Statuory Deputy Leader
Lead director: Executive Director Place (Deputy Chief Executive)
Department: Place Directorate
Contact: Elizabeth Dryden-Stuart, Team Leader (Interim) Email: elizabeth.dryden-stuart@oldham.gov.uk Email: elizabeth.dryden-stuart@oldham.gov.uk.
Consultation process
N/A. The changes are recommended by Greater
Manchester Ecology Unit who follow the SBI Guidelines.
Consultees
N/A. N/A. The changes are recommended by
Greater Manchester Ecology Unit.
Making Representations: N/A. The changes are recommended by Greater Manchester Ecology Unit who follow the SBI Guidelines.
Key Decision Reference: RBO-05-26
Equality Impact Assessment: to be completed
Documents to be Considered, and if public or private (If private, with reasons): Public Appendix 1 - Maps of SBIs at Castleshaw Pasture and Fennifield Lilly Pond. Appendix 2 - District Synopsis. Appendix 3 – District Fact Sheet.