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• 6 June 2022

  Get Behind the Scenes of a Stockport GP Practice

  Getting the most out of and understanding your GP practice is the subject of a new series of videos, produced by NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group

• 3 June 2022

  Government announces £33.6 million scheme to improve the A34 in Stockport

  Works will enhance walking and cycle accessibility while tackling congestion and reducing journey times

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  1 June 2022

  Stockport Exchange welcomes a colourful new addition

  A collaboration with Stockport College has seen a new mural created by three students

• 31 May 2022

  New bowling alley set to shine at the Light Cinema in Stockport

  New attraction will open in Redrock on Thursday, June 2

• 31 May 2022

  Money Maximising Roadshow to visit Woodley in June

  Questions regarding energy, benefit, or debt management? Looking for job advice or health and wellbeing support? Need help to get online?

• 30 May 2022

  Council calls on businesses to support children with Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) scheme this summer

  Stockport Council is looking for businesses or individuals who could offer activities, classes or a club to support children and young people over the summer holidays.

• 27 May 2022

  Get Vaccinated Against Covid-19 This Half Term at One Stockport Hub

  Get vaccinated this half term at the One Stockport Hub town centre Covid-19 vaccination clinic, Merseyway, SK1 1RA

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  26 May 2022

  Stockport celebrates Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

  With two Bank Holidays next week to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, there’s plenty going on for all the family in Stockport across the four-day weekend.

• 26 May 2022

  A new beginning for breakfast club for Stockport armed forces and veterans

  A weekly breakfast club for Armed forces veterans is coming to Stockport's Produce Hall.

• 26 May 2022

  Market Place and Underbanks pedestrianisation scheme set to get underway

  Scheme will see Churchgate permanently closed to through traffic from Tuesday, June 7

• 26 May 2022

  Stockport Council continues Holiday Support Vouchers scheme for eligible families this May half term

  Stockport Council is pleased to announce the continuation of its Holiday Support Vouchers (HSV) scheme to support with the cost of food, fuel and other essentials.

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  25 May 2022

  Get ready to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend with Stockport Libraries!

  The 2nd of June marks the start of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend, and Stockport is celebrating in style with some exciting events!

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  24 May 2022

  Under 18s can win up to £50 of Amazon vouchers in Stockport's Creative Competition

  Anyone who applies (or has applied) to Beacon Counselling’s current competition will now be in with a chance to win one of nine Amazon vouchers, thanks to Stockport Family.

• 23 May 2022

  Stockport Council awarded funding from Government’s Family Hubs Transformation Fund

  Stockport Council is delighted to announce it has been awarded funding from the Government’s Family Hubs Transformation Fund

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  23 May 2022

  Major moment for Stockport Town Centre West as work set to start on Capital&Centric’s Weir Mill restoration

  Funding is in place and a contractor appointed to start work on site next month.

• 20 May 2022

  Taking Care of Aches and Pains

  Get help with common aches and pains with NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group’s (CCG) latest online self-care guide

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  19 May 2022

  Leader of Stockport Council appointed

  Following the council meeting tonight (Thursday 19 May), we are pleased to announce that Cllr Mark Hunter (Liberal Democrats) has been appointed as the Leader of Stockport Council.

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  19 May 2022

  Join Stockport’s Secret Street Party to Celebrate the Platinum Jubilee

  What are you doing over the Jubilee weekend? Have you heard about Stockport’s Secret Street Party on 4th June, a must-visit celebration?

• 18 May 2022

  Art exhibition to be held showcasing Stockport's Community Rail partnership work

  Event will take place on Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29

• 18 May 2022

  Children's services are rated 'Good' in Stockport by Ofsted

  Stockport Council's Children's Services has been rated 'Good' after a rigorous Ofsted inspection.

• 17 May 2022

  Stockport's Inclusion in the Queen's Jubilee Pageant 2022

  Two talented dancers from Stockport have been selected to join the biggest street celebration in decades.

• 16 May 2022

  Stockport Support Hub

  Stockport Council is delighted to announce the launch of the new Stockport Support Hub

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  9 May 2022

  Foster Care Fortnight 2022: Stockport Council urgently needs more foster carers! 

  Stockport Council is supporting Foster Care Fortnight in a bid to recruit more foster carers.

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  6 May 2022

  Come to Adswood and Bridgehall library – we have new Saturday opening times!

  Adswood and Bridgehall library is preparing to open its doors on Saturdays for the first time, from Saturday 30th April.

• 6 May 2022

  Stockport local election 2022 results

  The results of the voting in the Stockport local elections 5th May 2022 are as follows:

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  3 May 2022

  Four stations in Stockport pick up top gongs at county awards bash

  Awards evening was held at Grange Theatre in Northwich in April

• 28 April 2022

  One Stockport Hub Vaccination Clinic Extended into May

  Stockport’s popular town centre walk-in pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinic at the One Stockport Hub, Merseyway, SK1 1RA, will remain open throughout May with a new schedule

• 27 April 2022

  Health advice is only a few clicks away this May Bank Holiday

  Health advice is at your fingertips if you need medical help on Bank Holiday Monday, 2 May.

• 25 April 2022

  More Vaccination Options in Stockport for 5 to 11-Year-Old Children

  Children aged 5 to 11 can get vaccinated at even more locations in Stockport thanks to a new Covid-19 vaccination clinic

• 21 April 2022

  Work starts on transforming Merseyway's open spaces as part of multi-million pound regeneration scheme

  Works started earlier this year in refurbishing the tunnel beneath Merseyway now work has started above ground

• 20 April 2022

  Edgeley, Great Moor and Reddish libraries go Open+

  Residents are set to benefit as three more Stockport libraries introduce Open+ this week.

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  14 April 2022

  Vital safety improvements to be made to Wellington Road (A6) bridge in Stockport

  Improvements to the structure include replacing both sides of the existing barrier with a new 1.8m high steel barrier

• 13 April 2022

  New vaccination pop ups in Stockport

  Vaccination pop up clinics will be in local communities, Tues, 19 April – Thurs, 21 April, making it easy for anyone aged 12+ & eligible, to get their 1st, 2nd or booster dose

• 12 April 2022

  Health advice for Easter weekend

  This bank holiday Easter weekend there is help and advice available for health issues including minor illnesses

• 8 April 2022

  Businesses across the north of England come together to offer a one stop shop for jobs for Ukrainian refugees

  Leaders commit to welcoming and supporting all who are fleeing Ukraine, while new platform provides employment and support opportunities.

• 8 April 2022

  Stockport Vaccination Offer Extended to Include 5-11 Year Olds

  All children aged 5 to 11 are now eligible to get a first COVID-19 vaccination.

• 5 April 2022

  Final Recommendations for Ward Changes Published by Local Government Boundary Commission

  Some residents might already be aware that Stockport as a borough has been undergoing a boundary review by the Local Government Boundary Commission (LGBC).

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  1 April 2022

  Hopping mad fun at Stockport libraries this Easter

  The Easter holidays are almost upon us in Stockport, and Stockport libraries have got plenty of activities on to help keep families entertained!

• 31 March 2022

  Supporting Ukrainian families here in Stockport

  Many of our local residents have contacted us this week to find out more about how they can support Ukrainian refugees who may be arriving in the UK.

• 30 March 2022

  Pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics return to Stockport

  Pop-up vaccination clinics are returning to Stockport from Monday 4 April 2022.

• 29 March 2022

  Local Plan receives mapping tool boost thanks to Government grant

  Stockport has been granted £90,000 from The ‘PropTech Engagement Fund’ which will be used to secure a new mapping tool that will be used during the Local Plan engagement process

• 29 March 2022

  New provider for local sexual health services in Stockport

  From Friday 1 April sexual health services in Stockport will be provided by Locala Health and Wellbeing as part of a new contract with Stockport Council and Tameside Council

• 26 March 2022

  Greater Manchester secures £35.73million to enhance green bus fleet

  £35.73million in funding has been secured to introduce 170 green buses to the region.

• 25 March 2022

  An innovative, new project run by libraries across Greater Manchester aims to give Stockport entrepreneurs a boost!

  Calling all entrepreneurs! Have you got a great business idea, but maybe need a little help to develop it?

• 25 March 2022

  Marple Leisure and Community Hub Update, March 2022

  Stockport Council has engaged architects to progress the latest round of detailed design work.

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  25 March 2022

  Work starts on site for new town centre homes as part of Stockport’s £1bn regeneration programme

  This phase of the popular development will see the construction of 12 houses available through shared ownership and 2 apartments for affordable rent

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  24 March 2022

  Business case submitted to government to take forward transformation plans for Cheadle

  The projects will all help to unlock Cheadle’s economic potential, promoting clean growth and tackling challenges around connectivity and congestion in the area

• 23 March 2022

  Stockport Council issues vouchers to vulnerable residents to support with the rising cost of living

  Stockport Council has announced that it will offer some residents an additional cash voucher of £45, to help with the rising cost of living across the country.

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  23 March 2022

  Stockport’s local districts and businesses given a boost thanks to funding to support the high street

  Improvements include graffiti removal, repairing broken street furniture, removing weeds and debris

• 22 March 2022

  Get vaccinated before you travel this Easter

  Are you going away during the Easter holidays but still need a COVID-19 vaccination?

• 22 March 2022

  Stockport Council announces ambitious Radical Digital Strategy

  It provides an overview of its ambitions for Digital Communities, Digital Place and Digital Council.

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  21 March 2022

  Stockport Council supports National Day of Reflection on 23 March 2021

  Stockport Council is supporting a national day to remember those who have died during the pandemic and to show support for everyone who has been bereaved

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  21 March 2022

  Work begins on latest phase at Stockport Exchange

  Stockport Exchange sits centrally to the council’s Mayoral Development Corporation, the £1bn town centre regeneration project

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  18 March 2022

  Ride Anywhere Week is coming!

  Ride Anywhere Week 21-27 March aims to encourage people to enjoy the many benefits of riding a bike. Riders can pledge to ride for a week, winning prizes along the way.

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  18 March 2022

  GM Mayor and Leader of Stockport Council break ground at new multi-million pound transformational project for Stockport

  The ground-breaking ceremony took place at the site on Thursday, March 17

• 16 March 2022

  Stockport residents invited to London’s Queen’s Jubilee Pageant in Spring 2022

  Stockport residents are invited to join people from across Greater Manchester to take part in the Queen’s Jubilee Pageant on Sunday 5th June.

• 16 March 2022

  Stockport awaits final decision on Local Government Ward Boundary Review

  New boundaries are being proposed for council wards in Stockport.

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  14 March 2022

  National funding award for digital project for Stockport family social services

  Stockport Council has received a Local Digital Fund award to further develop the Family Context tool

• 12 March 2022

  Stockport Council to receive £2.63m Cultural Development funding to help safeguard nation's cultural heritage

  The funding will transform Stockport’s heritage-rich historic centre into a sustainable, world-leading digital arts neighbourhood.

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  11 March 2022

  Youth Group Showcase Talent in Offerton Exhibition

  A group of young people from the R Time Youth Project showcased their talents to the local community in a photography exhibition at Offerton Community Centre.