Funeral of Shaw victim Jamie Heaton planned for next Thursday
The funeral of 2-year-old Jamie Heaton, who was killed in the explosion in Shaw on 26 June, has been planned for Thursday 19 July. It will start with a service at St James Church in East Crompton, followed by a committal at Hollinwood Crematorium. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Jamie had been watching television when the gas explosion next door destroyed his house. His parents have spoken of their devastation at losing their 'happy, loving little boy'.
Homes being torn down in Shaw after blast
Photo gallery: Homes damaged by suspected gas blast in Shaw being torn down
Donations for Oldham blast residents "overwhelming"
Officials running a hardship fund for those affected by the explosion in Shaw said today they have been "overwhelmed" with donations.
Parents of Oldham blast victim pay tribute to son
The parents of two-year-old Jamie Heaton, who died in an explosion in Shaw, Greater Manchester have paid tribute to their son.