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• 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.

• 14 December 2021

  Stockport residents and businesses come together for first ever virtual Inequalities Summit

  Stockport Council hosted its first virtual Inequalities Summit last week, on Friday 10th December.

• 14 December 2021

  Get your prescriptions ordered in time for Christmas

  The Christmas festivities will soon be will be underway, so make sure you and your family are ready, especially when it comes to health.

• 14 December 2021

  Extra COVID-19 vaccinations clinics will take place in the One Stockport Hub in Mersey Square this week

  Extra COVID-19 vaccinations clinics will take place in the One Stockport Hub in Mersey Square this week

• 13 December 2021

  Stockport Council advise caution when feeding wild birds

  Stockport Council is advising the public not to approach any sick or dead birds, and not to feed wild birds directly from your hands, due to cases of avian flu.

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  9 December 2021

  Feedback from residents and businesses has helped shape approved Market Place and Underbanks scheme

  Stockport Central Area Committee approved the plans for the town centre on December 2

• 8 December 2021

  Get your jab at the One Stockport Hub this week

  Give yourself a gift by getting you and your loved ones vaccinated before Christmas

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  8 December 2021

  Plans approved to put 21st Century library at the heart of Town Centre transformation

  Stockport Council has approved plans to put a new 21st Century library at the heart of a new £14.5m, government funded development in Merseyway.

• 7 December 2021

  Holiday activities and food clubs open for Stockport children this Christmas

  Give your children a Christmas break to remember this year!

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  7 December 2021

  Fund set up for HGV owners as Stockport prepares for introduction of GM-wide Clean Air Zone

  The Clean Air Zone, which will launch on 30 May 2022, will not include private cars, motorbikes and mopeds

• 6 December 2021

  Get jab for your 12 to 15 year olds off the to-do list before Christmas!

  With just under 3 weeks to go until Christmas, don’t forget to get vital jobs like outstanding COVID-19 jabs done

• 6 December 2021

  Stockport wants residents’ help to go carbon neutral

  The council is launching an online survey for residents to vote on how they may heat their homes in the near future

• 2 December 2021

  Gatley tree planting day to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee

  After the success of COP26 and Stockport Council’s Climate Action Now Summit, making the borough greener is high on the agenda.

• 1 December 2021

  Put your vaccination at the top of your Christmas list

  If you’re due your first, second or booster vaccination, there’s still time to get your jab, so don’t be left out in the cold

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  26 November 2021

  Stockport’s health and care heroes recognised

  The outstanding contributions made to the health and care of others across Stockport during the COVID-19 pandemic have been recognised at the ‘Stockport Health and Care Awards’.

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  26 November 2021

  You’re invited! Stockport Council’s first Inequalities Summit

  Stockport Council is hosting its first Inequalities Summit on Friday 10th December.

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  26 November 2021

  Corrie star lends support to Stockport’s Economic Recovery Plan

  Stockport’s Will Mellor is fronting a campaign to get Stockport businesses bouncing again as they recover from the impact of Covid.

• 25 November 2021

  Stockport Council to mark White Ribbon Day, 25th November, as elected Members and staff commit to ending male violence against women

  White Ribbon Day is 25th November, and Stockport Council is playing an active role in marking the day.

• 25 November 2021

  Parents have 3 more dates to book vaccinations for 12 to 15 year olds

  The latest vaccination programme for 12 to 15 year olds who missed out on their COVID vaccinations still has 3 dates available, with the next session this Saturday, 27 November

• 23 November 2021

  Getting jabbed is an essential part of Christmas planning

  The latest vaccination walk-in centre at the One Stockport Hub in Merseyway is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to eligible people without having to plan ahead with appointments

• 22 November 2021

  Marple Leisure and Community Hub Update, November 2021

  Following two phases of public engagement and ongoing discussion with local stakeholders, the Council is developing final proposals for a leisure and community hub in Marple.

• 22 November 2021

  Funding for community projects launched at Stockport’s first Climate Action Now Summit

  The Stockport Climate Action Now (CAN) fund will support residents, communities and schools to take action.

• 19 November 2021

  Stockport’s SEND Week of Action

  The week will highlight SEN Support and Early Help of Stockport’s children and young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

• 18 November 2021

  Help us to help you – choose the right healthcare this winter

  Stockport Council and its health partners recently launched a winter campaign to help Stockport residents stay safe and well as the weather gets colder.

• 18 November 2021

  Children aged 12 to 15 can now access new vaccination clinics

  A new vaccination offer allowing appointments to be booked for eligible 12 to 15 year olds in 4 Stockport sites has been announced by Stockport Council and Stockport CCG

• 17 November 2021

  Stockport Council update on Local Plan

  Stockport Council’s proposal for its Local Plan continues to make progress following months of engagement with the borough’s residents and businesses.

• 17 November 2021

  Council consider plans to put 21st Century library at the heart of Town Centre transformation to inspire young learners and bring thousands of visitors back to Stockport

  The council committed in July 2021 to explore future uses for the Central Library building that would retain public access to this well loved building.

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  15 November 2021

  Stockport residents try out new digital skills during successful Get Online Week

  People tried out a wide range of new digital activities for daily life, better health, work skills and just fun!

• 12 November 2021

  New walk-in vaccine centre opens in Merseyway

  A new vaccination walk in centre is being launched at the One Stockport Hub in the town centre offering free COVID vaccinations without the need to book

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  11 November 2021

  Bistro Marc at Winter’s prepares for grand opening in the new year!

  The iconic Winter's building in Stockport's historic Little Underbank is being transformed into a French restaurant

• 9 November 2021

  Making self-care a lifelong habit this Self-Care Week

  This Self-care Week (15 to 21 November) Stockport Council, Viaduct Care and Stockport CCG are encouraging people to practice self-care for a healthier and happier life.

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  9 November 2021

  'Turn it Off' campaign launched to clamp down on dirty air outside Stockport's schools

  Campaign will ask parents and guardians to turn off their car engines when waiting for children outside schools at pick up time

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  8 November 2021

  Children Win Awesome Lego Landmarks

  Three children from across the borough had their winning artwork turned into a bespoke Lego model by the clients at Pure Innovations, Pure Brick Studio.