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• 11 March 2022

  Council Tax statement from Elise Wilson, Leader of Stockport Council

  We are committed to transforming Stockport into a world-class place to spend time, creating jobs and learning opportunities. And above all, committed to the people of Stockport.

• 10 March 2022

  Stockport Council's fostering team supports LGBT+ Fostering and Adoption Week

  Stockport Council’s fostering service is supporting LGBT+ Adoption & Fostering Week campaign which runs from 7-12 March 2022.

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  10 March 2022

  Schools across Stockport back GM-wide road safety campaign

  Banners and signs placed outside schools in borough thanks to council's Road Safety Team

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  8 March 2022

  Confidence in Stockport continues, as partners welcome ONP Group to 2 Stockport Exchange

  Stockport Town Centre is undergoing a £1bn transformation, and the council’s ambitious regeneration plans lie at the heart of this.

• 8 March 2022

  School Streets consultation begins this month ahead of proposal for summer trial

  Eight schools from across the borough have volunteered to take part, with a consultation set to run until March 28

• 7 March 2022

  One Stockport supports International Women’s Day 2022

  One Stockport is supporting this year’s International Women’s Day, which takes place on Tuesday 8th March.

• 7 March 2022

  The government's energy rebate explained

  Recently, the government announced that households in council tax bands A to D will receive a £150 energy rebate.

• 7 March 2022

  Get ready for Digital Stockport

  In the lead-up to the launch of our Digital Strategy, and with the Greater Manchester Digital City Festival now underway, there's never been a better time to get online.

• 4 March 2022

  Stockport Chief Executive takes on abseil for Mayor’s Charity

  Stockport Council’s Chief Executive, Caroline Simpson, is taking on the challenge of abseiling down Fred Perry House in central Stockport.

• 4 March 2022

  One Stockport, One Council – Our Council Plan for 2022/23 published

  The council has published its Council Plan for 2022/23, which looks to build on the core aims and objectives of the One Stockport Borough Plan.

• 4 March 2022

  A Guide to Taking Care Of Poorly Babies and Infants with Common Ailments

  Get help when you need it if you have a poorly baby or infant with NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group’s (CCG) new easy to follow online guide

• 25 February 2022

  Statement from Stockport Group Leaders

  Group Leaders stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine

• 25 February 2022

  Stockport Council sets its 2022/23 budget

  Stockport Council has set its 2022/23 Revenue Budget following approval at the Budget Council meeting held on Thursday 24 February.

• 23 February 2022

  Young people to shape the Climate Action agenda in Stockport

  A new Schools Climate Assembly will see pupils set the agenda for climate action in Stockport.

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  22 February 2022

  New bus gate in Heaton Lane introduced as part of Interchange development

  Restrictions in place from 8am on 22 February 2022, with Penalty Charge Notices starting from 4 April 2022.

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  17 February 2022

  Stockport Children’s Book Awards are back for 2022, and set to be bigger than ever!

  Schools are being encouraged to sign up for this year’s Children’s Book Awards, which are being organised by Stockport Libraries.

• 16 February 2022

  Do you want to be involved in shaping Stockport’s cultural offer?

  Culture Stockport wants to develop new links with agencies, groups and individuals to give the cultural sector in Stockport a voice

• 14 February 2022

  Leading Stockport business centre launches hunt for pioneering low carbon entrepreneurs

  The free to enter Pioneer 10 competition is Stockport Business and Innovation Centre's business acceleration programme that stimulates innovation and fosters talent.

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  11 February 2022

  Save the date! Run, Bike or Zumba at StockSport 2022

  Stockport Council and partners invite you to celebrate the power of moving and sport in their biggest event yet, StockSport 2022, Sunday June 26, from 9am.

• 10 February 2022

  Take the stress out of your holiday abroad by getting vaccinated

  Make sure you’re vaccinated if you’re planning a holiday abroad this year is the advice from Stockport health bosses.

• 9 February 2022

  Stockport Council’s substance misuse team gets CQC report boost

  The MOSAIC Drug and Alcohol service at Stockport Council has been rated as Good with Outstanding features following a recent inspection.

• 8 February 2022

  Get vaccinated at one of ten pop-up COVID vaccination clinics this February half term

  Ten more pop up COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be open across Stockport this February half-term from Monday, 14 February, to Friday, 18 February.

• 8 February 2022

  Stockport Council continues support of families in the borough with February half term and Easter holiday support vouchers

  Stockport Council is once again distributing holiday support vouchers to families with children in receipt of income-based free school meals.

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  7 February 2022

  Creative competition, '#StampOutStigma', now open for Stockport's young people

  Children and young people are invited to help #StampOutStigma around mental health by entering a creative competition.

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  4 February 2022

  Woodland pop-up park opens at Merseyway

  A woodland-themed pop-up park has opened at Merseyway in Stockport, allowing visitors to enjoy the outdoors when visiting the town centre.

• 4 February 2022

  Update on energy price cap and government support

  The government has announced a package of support available to help with fuel bills.

• 2 February 2022

  Statement on Stockroom following Cabinet Meeting: 01 February 2022

  Stockport Council’s Cabinet confirmed its decision to proceed with the investment of £14.5m of Future High Streets Funding in the Stockroom project.

• 1 February 2022

  Marple Leisure and Community Hub Update, January 2022

  A project team within the council is continuing to work with Marple Ward Members.

• 31 January 2022

  Get vaccinated at Stockport’s latest pop up COVID-19 vaccination clinic

  Stockport residents are being urged by health bosses to “Get Boosted Now” to give themselves better protection from the Omicron COVID-19 variant

• 27 January 2022

  Stockport Council holds civic commemoration for Holocaust Memorial Day 2022

  On Thursday 27 January 2022, the Council broadcast its Civic Commemoration for Holocaust Memorial Day, which was held virtually this year.

• 27 January 2022

  Have your say on the new constituency map of the North West

  The Boundary Commission for England recently proposed new constituency boundaries across the country as part of its 2023 Review.

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  26 January 2022

  Stockport launches third pioneering fostering family constellation

  Stockport Council’s children and young people in foster care are benefitting hugely from the Mockingbird Programme.

• 25 January 2022

  More vaccination choices launched across Stockport

  If you haven’t had your latest COVID vaccine yet then make the most of Stockport’s new and revised offer at pop up clinics in the community

• 25 January 2022

  New walking and cycling route proposed to connect Heatons to Stockport town centre

  A new crossing is proposed close to the Elizabethan Pub and St Mary's and St Mina's Church in Heaton Moor

• 24 January 2022

  Bridge works on A555 set to begin for next five weeks

  A lane closure will be required between 9.30am and 3.30pm weekdays

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  20 January 2022

  Stockport: putting children's and young people's mental health first

  Stockport Family, Beacon Counselling and education settings across the borough have teamed up to create a new Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week.

• 19 January 2022

  Pregnant women urged to #GetBoostedNow

  Pregnant women are being urged to get vaccinated after experts warn catching Covid in the later stages of pregnancy can have serious consequences for mother and baby

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  18 January 2022

  Contract awarded for multi-million pound Stockport interchange development

  Willmott Dixon Construction Ltd has been named as the contractor to build the Interchange, park and residential block

• 18 January 2022

  16 and 17 Year Olds Can Now Get The COVID-19 Booster Vaccination

  Young people aged 16 and 17 are being invited to come forward and get a COVID-19 booster vaccination.

• 17 January 2022

  Consultation begins following three-month Heaton Chapel Active Neighbourhood trial

  Trial took place between September and December 2020 and residents can now feedback via consultation portal

• 14 January 2022

  Statement on Stockroom

  The decision to relocate library services at Central Library to Stockroom was discussed at a Full Council meeting on Thursday, 13 January.

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  12 January 2022

  Open+ to be installed in four more Stockport libraries

  Four additional Stockport libraries will be fitted with the facilities to operate Open+ in the new year.

• 11 January 2022

  Extended vaccination options until the end of January

  Vaccination options across Stockport have been extended by Health Chiefs until the end of January in a bid to increase the number of people who are protected against COVID-19

• 10 January 2022

  New paving and lighting for Merseyway as next stage of town transformation gets underway

  Work will begin in Merseyway, close to the public toilets, on Monday, January 17

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  6 January 2022

  Proposals for spiral ramp connecting Stockport’s new town centre park to the River Mersey are unveiled

  The consultation will take place between Thursday 6 January and Sunday 6 February 2022.

• 6 January 2022

  All 12 to 15 year olds in Stockport can get vaccinated

  Make the most of the last few days of your school holidays and get vaccinated.

• 5 January 2022

  Confirmatory PCR tests to be temporarily suspended for positive lateral flow test results

  From 11th January, people who receive positive lateral flow results for COVID-19 will be required to self-isolate immediately & won’t be required to take a confirmatory PCR test

• 4 January 2022

  Get boosted this New Year

  Make getting your (coronavirus) COVID-19 vaccination your New Year resolution for 2022.

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  22 December 2021

  Romiley station platform upgrades to boost future rail capacity

  Work will start on January 4 and will mean services are affected

• 22 December 2021

  Council awaiting further details regarding Government's latest Covid grant scheme

  Details of the new grant scheme will be published as soon as possible

• 20 December 2021

  New Stockport Council chief executive appointment approved

  Caroline Simpson has been appointed as the new Chief Executive at Stockport Council.

• 20 December 2021

  Ambitious regeneration plans continue after a successful 2021

  Stockport is undergoing an enormous transformation and the council’s ambitious regeneration plans are at the heart of this.

• 20 December 2021

  Grants open to boost sustainable travel across Stockport and Greater Manchester

  The application deadline is Monday 31st January 2022 at 5pm

• 20 December 2021

  Dedicated vaccination clinics for 12-15 year olds at the One Stockport Hub

  This week is the first chance for 12-15 year olds to get their second COVID-19 vaccination.

• 17 December 2021

  Treat Common Ailments at Home this Christmas with a Well-Stocked Medicine Kit

  Have you got the right medicines at home to deal with everyday ailments over the festive season?

• 16 December 2021

  One Stockport Hub to become full-time vaccination centre following government roll out of booster jab programme

  One Stockport Hub is to become a vaccine centre only as part of the government’s drive to allow all adults to get their booster vaccination by the end of the year.

• 16 December 2021

  Stockport Council pledges wraparound support for families this Christmas

  More than 8,000 children in receipt of income-based free school meals will receive support from Stockport Council this Christmas.

• 16 December 2021

  Stockport’s vaccination offer extended to help residents to get boosted now

  Additional vaccination clinics and longer opening hours mean that more people can now get fully vaccinated this Christmas in Stockport.

• 16 December 2021

  New Stockport Council chief executive recommended

  Caroline Simpson has been recommended to replace the outgoing chief executive Pam Smith

• 15 December 2021

  Stockport Council co-launches pioneering £1.5m programme to tackle childhood inequalities

  Stockport Council is partnering with the charity Nesta to develop and deliver innovative services that will help give all children a fairer start in life.