I am Mike Cordingley. I live near Sevenways.
I was a Labour Councillor in Trafford until 2026. I have since lapsed my membership of the Labour Party, but remain aligned to its values, even if the party is prone to forgetfulness.
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Just to be different!
In which a succession of Labour policies generating good news stories have materialised under the radar, yet deserving of a wider airing.
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Putting Trafford Together Again: Election Insights
On Labour’s opportunities to restore its relationship with the public in Trafford, but only if its prepared to put in the work and to demand the engagement of its lead members.
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One week to go
In which I take stock of the election in Trafford where, despite forecasts of a bloodbath, continuity seems to be the prevailing mood and only one party has issued a manifesto.
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May 2026 Local Elections: Predictions for Trafford
Against a backdrop of a forecasted bloodbath for Labour, can they emerge bruised, but afloat? And where will it leave the Tories?
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Budget 26 – the fallout
In which I reflect on Trafford’s Budget Meeting, the culmination of a process where the government has provided borrowing facilities in place of funding councils in a commuter belt stretching from Southport to Worcestershire.
Twenty Twenty-Five
mikecordingley@canal27ways.uk
0797 404 4777