Situated at the heart of South Manchester, Stockport has established itself as a thriving business location over recent years. Stockport Council is committed to ensuring that Stockport continues to be the strongest it possibly can be for companies.
Whether you are starting up a business; trying to develop your company or thinking of relocating to Stockport, a range of services are available to help you including business support advice, and networking events.
This page contains information on a number of business services currently delivered in Stockport as well as outlining how to access key information and support.
Business Events and Networking Opportunities
Information on business events being held in Stockport
Business Finance
Information relating to Business Rates and potential sources of funding available to help start and grow your business.
Business Support and Assistance
Outlining business support available to new and growing business in Stockport
Corporate Procurement
Information about procurement procedures with the Council and local, regional and national businesses.
Economic Development in Stockport
Working to make Stockport the strongest business location it possibly can be
Food Safety and Standards
Everything you need to know about food safety and hygiene.
Licensing
Information about registering your business in Stockport and how to apply for various operating licences.
Location Stockport
News and information about doing business in Stockport
Meet the Buyer
Your businesses chance to meet members of public sector procurement teams face to face
Regeneration
Information on Stockport's District and Local Centres, M60 gateway/town centre and historic areas.
Resource Consultancy
Need help to fund your project? Need support to manage your project or programme?
Stockport Economic Alliance
Charged with overseeing Stockport's Economic Development Strategy, the Stockport Economic Alliance is key to ensuring the strategy's fulfilment
Stockport Market
Information about the historic Stockport Market
Trading Standards
The Trading Standards Service promotes fair trading practices in Stockport.
Workplace Health and Safety
Promoting and protecting the health, safety and welfare of employees and members of the public in workplaces.