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Independent Economic Impact Assessment Confirms RDA Delivers £14.30 Return for Every £1 Invested

An independent economic impact assessment has confirmed that Rochdale Development Agency (RDA) is delivering exceptional value for money, generating £14.30 in local Gross Value Added (GVA) for every £1 spent.                   

Rochdale Development Agency Appoints Rachel Laver as New Managing Director

Rochdale Development Agency has appointed Rachel Laver as its new Managing Director. Rachel brings more than 25 years of senior leadership experience in economic development, regeneration and the delivery of major public sector programmes. She has successfully overseen £50m+

Double Award Win Puts Rochdale Town Hall in the National Spotlight

Rochdale is firmly in the national spotlight following a landmark moment for one of its most iconic heritage assets.                                     

Rochdale bids to be first town of culture

Rochdale has announced its intention to bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028, entering the national competition launched by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.                       

Ireland’s Barry Kerr Crowned Folk Album Of The Year Award Winner On St Patrick’s Day

17 March 2026 — The Folk Album of the Year Award has unveiled Barry Kerr as its first prize winner for Curlew’s Cry.

The Irish artist, from County Armagh and now based in Connemara, was selected as the

Street Eat returns to Rochdale Town Hall Square

Street Eat, the food and drink festival that attracts thousands of visitors every year is returning to Rochdale Town Hall Square for another serving of food, drink, free entertainment and live music on Saturday 30th May. 

Synth-pop legends OMD set for historic Rochdale show

OMD to make history in Rochdale with debut live show, performing with Peter Hook and A Certain Ratio for first time in 47 years.                             

First look: Inside Heywood’s revamped civic

Heywood Civic is set to open its doors within days following a multi-million pound revamp of the much-loved performance and community venue.