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@mathewhbenham.bsky.social

Labour Councillor for Chorlton Ward. Campaigner, Volunteer, Governor, Allotmenteer and Leafleting Specialist.

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It was great to officially open the Greater Manchester Fair Trade event in Chorlton, which featured fair trade stalls (including fair trade footballs!), activities with an emphasis on sustainability, and great discussions on the importance of Fairtrade.

13.10.2025 08:24 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chorlton Pride at St. Clements Church, the Edge, the after party in the Spread Eagle basement and lots of events planned at the Beagle. All selling fast, so don’t miss out. #pride #chorlton

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09.09.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chorlton Pride at St. Clements Church, the Edge, the after party in the Spread Eagle basement and lots of events planned at the Beagle. All selling fast, so don’t miss out. #pride #chorlton

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02.09.2025 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Today’s Burton Road Brewing Co Supporter of the Match is Zoey.

She chose Sean Moscrop as West’s Player of the Match.

30.08.2025 16:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Donate to SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE....., organized by Bronwen a O'donoghue A stunning piece of Chorlton’s history has just been uncoveredβ€”and we need … Bronwen a O'donoghue needs your support for SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE.....

A stunning 1905 mosaic has been uncovered in Chorlton during demolition works. A go fund me is raising money for initial restoration of the mosaic, safe removal from the site and future relocation within Chorlton: www.gofundme.com/f/save-part-of-chorltons-heritage

19.08.2025 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Donate to SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE....., organized by Bronwen a O'donoghue A stunning piece of Chorlton’s history has just been uncoveredβ€”and we need … Bronwen a O'donoghue needs your support for SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE.....

I just contributed to a fundraiser being organised locally that could help preserve a fabulous piece of Chorlton’s history. This mosaic deserves to be saved. Please consider donating or sharing to help keep it alive. gofund.me/7c7f0947

15.08.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A very productive team of Womblers out on Chorlton Ees yesterday in lovely sunshine. #chorlton #chorltonwombles

11.08.2025 07:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chorlton Pride is back on Saturday 13 September at St Clement’s Church between 12pm -5pm with joint events at the Edge Theatre. A fabulous host, brilliant DJs, stalls & great performances too. There’s also an after party - Spread the Love at the Spread Eagle. #chorlton #pride

08.08.2025 08:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I joined local councillors in Chorlton for a session on the doorstep chatting to residents. Lots of interesting conversations about local and national issues. Thanks to everyone who spoke to us.

04.08.2025 09:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to be out talking to Chorlton residents with Jeff Smith MP and our brilliant members. Lots of doorstep conversations about local and national issues. We’re out all year round. #chorltonlabour #chorlton

29.07.2025 19:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It’s going to be amazing. Chorlton Pride is back on Saturday 13 September 2025. See you there! #chorlton

19.07.2025 11:25 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Delighted to have been selected by Chorlton Labour Party members tonight to be Labour's candidate in the 2026 local council election. 🌹

24.06.2025 20:30 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good to be out this evening with @ChorltonLabour colleagues listening to residents on Kingshill Road talking about things that matter to them. 🌹

23.06.2025 19:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Its all been about #Chorlton #cycleway this week, today we celebrated extending the route to #Deansgate w/ #CllrTracey, #SarahStorey, EveHolt@bsky.social and Glenys @mancitycouncil.bsky.social @gmca.bsky.social

10.06.2025 22:03 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good to chat with Chorlton residents this evening about issues of interest and concern. Labour councillors Cllrs Tina Kirwin-McGinley , John Hacking and Mathew Benham were joined by brilliant Chorlton Labour activists. 🌹

09.06.2025 19:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
compilation of highlights from 2024 Chorlton Arts Festival

compilation of highlights from 2024 Chorlton Arts Festival

Chorlton Arts Festival 2025 16-25 May- something for everyone. Find the programme in May issue of Chorlton Post or in venues around Chorlton from 11th May all information is on the website www.chorltonartsfestival.org. Most events are free to attend - it will be a lot of joy.

07.05.2025 12:31 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Great to see these bike hangars installed in Chorlton. It’s part of a trial across the city. #chorlton #bikehangars

03.05.2025 14:32 β€” πŸ‘ 45    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 8    πŸ“Œ 3
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A tremendous turnout this morning for the Chorlton Fun Run from St.Clement's.Big shout to everyone who ran as well as the brilliant volunteers who make it happen including my Chorlton Labour colleagues @mathewhbenham.bsky.social and Tina McGinley.

05.05.2025 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Excellent Chorlton Traders meeting tonight at the Beagle. We discussed the LIF, the precinct plans and ways to increase footfall. We also heard more about the Chorlton community bike ride in June. #chorlton

13.03.2025 19:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

More #ChorltonCycleway news, last bit of green infill at jctn w/ Nicholas Rd due w/c March 24.
Plus cycle awareness signs over metrolink bridge.
Cllrs continue to press for a proper solution to break in segregation. @jomidge.bsky.social @mathewhbenham.bsky.social @hacking4chorlton.bsky.social

12.03.2025 21:23 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Very productive planning meeting for Chorlton Pride 2025. Lots of great ideas for September 2025. #chorlton #chorltonpride #pride

05.03.2025 18:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Myself @kirwin_mc and @mathewhbenham had a fantastic Afternoon Tea with the @LordMayorOfMcr yesterday with an amazing group of community champions & volunteers who work across #Chorlton. We are so lucky to have such dedicated people, and it was great to recognise their work.

04.03.2025 17:52 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a lovely Afternoon Tea event with the Lord Mayor today with a brilliant group of community champions & volunteers who work across Chorlton. We are very lucky to have such dedicated people, and it was great to recognise their work. Thank you. #chorlton

03.03.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good to be out talking to residents on the Arrowfield Road estate in Chorlton Park at the weekend. Some interesting conversations about local and national issues - and how their heat pumps are working out

24.02.2025 10:57 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good news for Chorlton…
Work is nearing completion on the fantastic renovation of Chorlton Library, and there’s also exciting news on GP and health provision

20.02.2025 17:30 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m very excited that Chorlton Pride will be back on 13 September 2025. It’s a brilliant community day supported by wonderful volunteers, residents, artists, djs, performers and local businesses. Keep the day free. It’s going be Fab-u-Lous. 🌈 #chorlton #pride #chorltonpride

14.02.2025 19:11 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Out and about chatting to residents on Grange Road today. Lots of conversations with residents about a range of local and national issues. Very positive doorstep session. #chorlton #labourdoorstep #chorltonlabour

18.01.2025 13:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to see the Lych Gate on #Chorlton Green fully restored and looking magnificent.

16.01.2025 14:15 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I loved it.

24.12.2024 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hehehe

14.12.2024 18:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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