A-Z of this web site

This A-Z index is a comprehensive guide to this website, providing details of information that can be found on the site. Each entry is linked to pages which are maintained by whichever department or partner offers that service.

You can access individual A-Z entries from the top right of every page on this website.

As your local council we'll be involved with you through many events in your life - we'll register you when you're born, we'll be there when you go to school, some of you will work with us, we'll take away your rubbish and we'll be there to provide support if you need extra help in your life.

We work with various organisations - such as community representatives, faith organisations, the health service, police, colleges and businesses, all with the aim of making your life better.


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Obstructions on the road
Highways must be kept clear of wilful obstructions. In most cases, Salford City Council, as the highway authority, has the power to serve notice on a person who commits an offence of wilful obstruction on the highway.

Occupational therapy
The Community occupational therapy service advises on and provides some equipment and adaptations to help people live independently at home.

Older people - abuse and neglect
If you are worried that an adult or older person you know is being neglected or abused, you should contact 212 4323.

Older people - active lifestyles
Find out about the wide range of sports and activities for people of all ages and abilities.

Older people - health and social care
We are able to organise a wide range of social care services, to help you or a relative stay as independent as possible in later life. We can only do this once a care assessment has been made.

Older people - housing
There are a range of landlords in Salford that provide sheltered housing. The schemes offer housing to people who wish to continue to live an independent lifestyle, but would like the reassurance of extra support.

Older people - travel
Find out about reduced travel fares and accessible travel options.

Older people's service directory
AskSID (Ask Salford Information Directory) is our community information directory which will enable you to find the right people to talk to, help you improve your health and live life to the full.

Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
Greater Manchester has ten local authorities and 2.5 million people in one city region. There is great richness in its cultural heritage and in the diverse mix of its community. This diversity is melded together by services, transport, business links and mutual opportunities. Salford is adjacent to the Borough of Warrington, part of the county of Cheshire.

Ombudsman
The Local Government Ombudsmen investigate complaints of injustice arising from maladministration by local authorities and certain other bodies.

Online council services
This page contains links to all council services which can be applied for, reported or requested via this web site. The online services have been grouped to make selecting the one closest to what are looking for easier.

Online discussion forums
An area of the website that enables visitors to our website to exchange views, ideas and experience on a range of subjects. There's also the opportunity to pose questions and seek answers.

Online service request form
Our online service request form can be used to report a wide variety of problems or request specific services.

Open space
Salford City Council manages over 500 hectares of open space contained within over 40 major facilities. Our pages have links to forest and country parks as well as finding out what's happening in your local parks.

Optician search
Connects you to local NHS services in England and national information about the NHS. You can find contact details for services in your local area, including doctors, dentists, opticians and pharmacies.

Ordsall Hall GhostCam
There are numerous stories and legends surrounding the Ordsall Hall ghost - "The White Lady" - but one thing is certain - she has been seen by many a local. Now you can too, via the Ordsall Hall GhostCam.

Ordsall
Find out how Salford City Council is working to improve the quality of life for all residents in your locality.

Out of date food being sold
These pages provide general advice on your consumer rights in the United Kingdom. They provide information and guidelines to help you to resolve your own consumer problems. Leaflets, sample letters and helpful tips on pursuing your complaint are all included.

Out of school activities
Our pages tell you about the different types of out of school clubs available, such as breakfast clubs, after school clubs, before and after clubs and holiday playschemes.

Outdoor facilities
Find out more about outdoor facilities in Salford - sports pitches for soccer, cricket, rugby, bowling and tennis and the Cleavley athletics track.

Overgrown vegetation
Please let us know if you have difficulty walking along pavements or driving along highways as a result of hedges or trees growing out into your path or line of sight. All we need is the address or location of the problem.

Overseas voters
Anyone who is living overseas/abroad is entitled to vote in the UK for a period of 15 years after they were last registered in an electoral register.

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