The Latest Breaking News from Rochdale

Rochdale grooming gang leader released from prison as No 10 insists he may be deported

It is understood the Home Office is looking at what can be done in this case and will provide an update in due course

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Government exploring ‘every route’ to deport grooming gang ringleader – minister

Shabir Ahmed, 73, known to his victims as Daddy, has served 14 years in jail.

Evening Standard · Jul 2

‘Want this vile criminal out of UK’: Burnham vows to explore ‘all possible options’ to deport grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed

The impending release of Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed, who cannot be deported because of a decades-old legal provision despite being stripped of British citizenship, has sparked a political storm in the UK, with Andy Burnham promising to examine "all possible options" to remove him from the country if…

The Times of India · Jul 2

Grooming Gang Ringleader Set for Release, Protected from Deportation by Immigration Act Loophole

Shabir Ahmed, a notorious grooming gang leader, is set for release due to a legal loophole, sparking public outrage and calls for changes to UK deportation laws.

International Business Times UK · Jun 30

Manchester Airport fracas: How violent events at terminal ended in trial

Footage went viral on social media.

Evening Standard · May 29

Irene Purdy obituary

Other lives: Teacher and pianist involved in amateur dramatics in Rochdale

The Guardian - UK · Apr 29

Manchester City v Chelsea: get ready for a Wembley FFP derby showpiece

In today’s Football Daily: Onwards to Wembley again

The Guardian - UK · Apr 27

UK delivery driver caught faking £1,200 iPhone drop on camera, fired by company

A delivery driver was removed after security footage showed him allegedly faking the delivery of a £1,200 iPhone 17 Pro Max to Samuel Taylor in Rochdale. The parcel never reached the customer, prompting complaints to DPD and Giffgaff. Following an investigation, DPD confirmed the driver’s removal, while Giffgaff refunded Taylor,…

The Times of India · Jan 26

From Rochdale to Rabat: the Lancashire duo at the forefront of Tanzania’s Afcon bid

Friends Tarryn Allarakhia and Haji Mnoga will step out together in Morocco having shared a path in the English lower leagues

The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2025

Regulators to announce plans to bolster mutuals after Labour vows to double £223bn sector

Bank of England and FCA to join city minister in Rochdale amid plans to streamline regulation and expand expert support

The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025