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Welcome to Stockport, creating opportunities for everyone

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Find your bin collection day

Find planning applications

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Cost of living support

Register to vote

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Stockport Council pays tribute to former Chief Executive Eamonn Boylan OBE

2 April 2026

We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our former Chief Executive, Eamonn Boylan OBE

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Upcoming event

Sleep seminar for parents and carers

Thursday 16 April at 9:30am

A session for parents and carers on children's sleep.

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Local elections

Local elections will be held in Stockport on Thursday 7 May. You must register to vote by Monday 20 April.

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Find out about current campaigns and local projects.

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Organise your own litter pick

Our Spring Clean campaign is all about coming together to make our borough a greener, cleaner place for everyone. If you're looking for ways to get involved, why not organise a community litter pick? We have everything you need to get started.

24 March 2026
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Garden waste permits

Garden waste permits are now available to buy for collections from 1 April 2026. You'll need to buy a garden waste permit if you plan to use your green bin for garden waste.

13 January 2026