'Things had to change on terrifying estate'

Carol Knight, a long-time resident of Derker in Oldham, recently witnessed a fire lighting up her bedroom window but remains committed to her home. Meanwhile, there have been a series of troubling incidents, including a shooting linked to a broader operation by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) called Operation Vulcan, aimed at tackling counterfeit goods and organised crime. In response to these issues, 132 new homes are being developed on derelict sites throughout Derker, spearheaded by First Choice Homes Oldham alongside local authorities and policing efforts to evict troubled tenants. Local elder Keith Brown reminisced about better times in Derker, expressing concerns over safety due to drug-related biker activity.

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