Tightening Oldham lockdown would fuel racism and 'cripple' economy, says council
by Helen Pidd North of England editor from on (#573B9)
Infection rate in town slows but is still highest in UK with loud minority blaming Asians
Forcing Oldham into a tighter lockdown would not only cripple" the local economy but fuel racial tensions, the council's deputy leader has warned the government.
Officials from the Cabinet Office toured Oldham on Wednesday, led by local politicians and health experts desperate to avoid a Leicester-style" lockdown.
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