@mathewhbenham.bsky.social
Labour Councillor for Chorlton Ward. Campaigner, Volunteer, Governor, Allotmenteer and Leafleting Specialist.
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The 3 Chorlton councillors, myself, Mathew Benham and Tina Kirwin-McGinley were out listening to residents yesterday and discussing a wide range of local issues. A big thanks to the many Chorlton Labour Voice who joined us. A very positive response and plenty of casework picked up.
November 2, 2025 at 12:37 PM
The 3 Chorlton councillors, myself, Mathew Benham and Tina Kirwin-McGinley were out listening to residents yesterday and discussing a wide range of local issues. A big thanks to the many Chorlton Labour Voice who joined us. A very positive response and plenty of casework picked up.
Great turnout from our supporters and members today in Chorlton. Lots of support Chorlton Labour 🌹We knocked on hundred of doors and talked to residents about a range of local and national issues.
November 1, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Great turnout from our supporters and members today in Chorlton. Lots of support Chorlton Labour 🌹We knocked on hundred of doors and talked to residents about a range of local and national issues.
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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.
October 13, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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.
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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September 9, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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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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
eventbrite.co.uk/e/spread-the-l…
edgetheatre.co.uk/chorlton-pride���
eventbrite.co.uk/e/spread-the-l…
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September 2, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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
eventbrite.co.uk/e/spread-the-l…
edgetheatre.co.uk/chorlton-pride���
eventbrite.co.uk/e/spread-the-l…
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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.
She chose Sean Moscrop as West’s Player of the Match.
August 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Today’s Burton Road Brewing Co Supporter of the Match is Zoey.
She chose Sean Moscrop as West’s Player of the Match.
She chose Sean Moscrop as West’s Player of the Match.
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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
Donate to SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE....., organized by Bronwen a O'donoghue
A stunning piece of Chorlton’s history has just been uncovered—and we need … Bronwen a O'donoghue needs your support for SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE.....
www.gofundme.com
August 19, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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
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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
Donate to SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE....., organized by Bronwen a O'donoghue
A stunning piece of Chorlton’s history has just been uncovered—and we need … Bronwen a O'donoghue needs your support for SAVE PART OF CHORLTON'S HERITAGE.....
gofund.me
August 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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
A very productive team of Womblers out on Chorlton Ees yesterday in lovely sunshine. #chorlton #chorltonwombles
August 11, 2025 at 7:39 AM
A very productive team of Womblers out on Chorlton Ees yesterday in lovely sunshine. #chorlton #chorltonwombles
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
August 8, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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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.
August 4, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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.
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
July 29, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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
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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. 🌹
June 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Delighted to have been selected by Chorlton Labour Party members tonight to be Labour's candidate in the 2026 local council election. 🌹
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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. 🌹
June 23, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Good to be out this evening with @ChorltonLabour colleagues listening to residents on Kingshill Road talking about things that matter to them. 🌹
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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
June 10, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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
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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. 🌹
June 9, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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. 🌹
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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.
May 7, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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.
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Great to see these bike hangars installed in Chorlton. It’s part of a trial across the city. #chorlton #bikehangars
May 3, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Great to see these bike hangars installed in Chorlton. It’s part of a trial across the city. #chorlton #bikehangars
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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.
May 5, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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.
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
March 13, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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
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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
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
March 12, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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
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
Very productive planning meeting for Chorlton Pride 2025. Lots of great ideas for September 2025. #chorlton #chorltonpride #pride
March 5, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Very productive planning meeting for Chorlton Pride 2025. Lots of great ideas for September 2025. #chorlton #chorltonpride #pride
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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.
March 4, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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.
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
March 3, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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