The event was hosted by deputy mayor Cllr Eddie Moores as mayor Cllr Zahid Chauhan was busy caring for his wife, following a diagnosis of serious illness. Reverend Canon Jean Hurlston, the borough dean for Oldham, read prayers at the event for those affected by HIV and AIDS. One attendee, Oldham Pride treasurer Jean Friend, spoke of her memories living through the HIV pandemic as a teacher. Candles were lit in the chamber (Image: Jack Fifield, Newsquest)Follow The Oldham Times on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and Threads. Marking the day, Oldham Pride chair Cllr Louie Hamblett said: “It’s been quite a mark today, the fact that we’ve had so many years of the red ribbon.

Source: The Times December 02, 2023 10:58 UTC