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  14 November 2024

  Stockport Council celebrated with two prestigious awards

  The awards highlight the council’s exceptional support for the Armed Forces community and ongoing commitment to excellence in Local Government.

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  12 November 2024

  Stockport Council invests in upgraded play areas across borough

  Some of Stockport’s best-loved parks have been given a boost with new play equipment installed at a range of sites over the past six months

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  8 November 2024

  Emergency gas work in Corporation Street, Stockport starts Monday, November 11

  Works will take place to repair the gas pipe but access to ASDA car park will remain in place

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  7 November 2024

  Marple Community Hub update - November 2024

  We are excited to confirm that the temporary library provision in Marple Scout Hut Marple Memorial Drive, Marple Memorial Park, Marple is now available.

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  7 November 2024

  Have a Stockport-acular Christmas!

  Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday will bring festive extravaganza to the town centre with over 200 performers and more than 50 free shows

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  6 November 2024

  A new era of collaboration and community empowerment: Stockport launches VCFSE Alliance

  In a significant step toward community inclusion, Stockport proudly announces the launch of the One Stockport Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Alliance.

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  6 November 2024

  New Tesco Express store to open in Stockport this Friday

  A brand new Tesco Express is set to open its doors at Merseyway Shopping Centre this Friday 8 November, bringing convenience and a wide range of shopping options to the town centre

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  4 November 2024

  Greater Manchester Fostering Fortnight returns for 2024!

  The fortnight aims to encourage residents across all ten boroughs to foster with their local council.

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  1 November 2024

  By-election October 31, 2024 result

  A by-election was held in Bramhall South and Woodford on October 31

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  1 November 2024

  Stockport Council and partners scoop national award for anti-poverty work

  The team scooped top prize in the maximising financial resources available to households category in the Resolve Poverty Awards.

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  30 October 2024

  Stockport MDC intends to triple in size and double housing ambitions, as team celebrates five years

  Event held at War Memorial Gallery to mark five years of MDC

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  30 October 2024

  One Stockport Live Well approach to ageing well

  Stockport Council is working hard to become an age-friendly borough.

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  25 October 2024

  New bin calendar for residents out next week

  Calendar will run from November to March 2025

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  21 October 2024

  One Stockport Live Well directory is here to help you find support

  The One Stockport Live Well directory brings together support and things to do in your community.

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  18 October 2024

  National fostering film launches in Stockport - Fostering is…Everything

  Fostering can mean everything to those involved. That is the message of a powerful new fostering film “Everything” launched by Stockport Council to help recruit more foster carers.

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  18 October 2024

  Stockport set for a sleigh-tacular Sunday of Christmas magic

  Popular event returns for a second year to kick off the festive season with over 200 performers and more than 50 shows.

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  17 October 2024

  By-election October 17, 2024 results

  The results of the voting in the Bredbury Green & Romiley and Cheadle West & Gatley by-elections held on October 17, 2024 are as follows:

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  17 October 2024

  National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2024

  National Hate Crime Awareness Week is taking place between 12 – 19 October 2024.

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  16 October 2024

  Stockport residents offered vital support over winter

  Stockport Council is contributing £250,000 to support residents facing the greatest financial difficulties this winter, including enhanced support for pensioners.

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  16 October 2024

  Affordable new homes top out at landmark Stockport development

  Caddick Construction and The Guinness Partnership are celebrating the halfway milestone at Edward Street in Stockport,

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  15 October 2024

  Half Term holiday fun in Stockport

  Families in Stockport can make the most of half term by exploring a wide range of activities on offer across the borough, and enjoy a week full of fun, creativity, and adventure.

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  14 October 2024

  Stockport’s Week of Action: Jobs, digital access, and cost of living support for all

  This week is Challenge Poverty Week and Get Online Week.

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  9 October 2024

  Twelve months of One Stockport Family Hubs making a difference

  Twelve months ago, we launched One Stockport Family Hubs.

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  4 October 2024

  New pop-up library to open in Marple

  A pop-up library is to open in Marple as construction of the area’s new Community Hub moves a step closer.

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  3 October 2024

  All eligible Stockport residents urged to ‘Get Winter Strong’

  This Autumn, NHS Greater Manchester (GM) is urging every eligible person to get ‘Get Winter Strong’ by getting vaccinated as soon as possible.

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  2 October 2024

  Kao Data to bring major investment and growth to Stockport with £350m new data centre

  Kao Data, a leading developer and operator of advanced data centres, has commenced construction of its new £350 million facility in Reddish.

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  2 October 2024

  Stockport Council and Stockport Jobs Match gear up for Post-16 Careers Week 2024

  Stockport Council has joined forces with Stockport Jobs Match to host a week-long virtual careers fair to showcase the borough’s employment and education options from 16 year old+.

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  2 October 2024

  Contractor appointed to create new multi-generational community in Stockport town centre

  The scheme will include an 82-bed care facility and 68 homes

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  1 October 2024

  JD announces opening date for new Stockport store

  The new unit will open its doors on Thursday, October 3

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  27 September 2024

  Stockport residents urged to give old clothes, including school uniforms, a new life with textile recycling

  Stockport residents are being encouraged to recycle their old, damaged or unwanted clothes instead of throwing them away, as part of the new #CottonOn campaign from R4GM.

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  13 September 2024

  Celebrate National Fitness Day with free keep-fit sessions

  Stockport Council, in partnership with Life Leisure, is thrilled to announce a day of free events celebrating National Fitness Day on Wednesday, 18 September.

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  9 September 2024

  New crossings as part of A34 corridor project will help pupils as school year begins

  The first two schemes, on Wilmslow Road and Gatley Road, have now been finished

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  5 September 2024

  Stockport Council cracks down on owners of problem property in Adswood

  Javed and Akhtar were found to be guilty of breaching the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014 and fined £2,514 each

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  4 September 2024

  Stockport Community Nurse awarded with prestigious Queen’s Nurse title

  A Stockport Council nurse has picked up a prestigious award in recognition of her work in improving care for the Stockport community she serves.

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  29 August 2024

  Stunning new images revealed for Stockroom, showcasing a bold vision for Stockport’s new cultural landmark ahead of its opening

  New CGI images of Stockroom, Stockport’s exciting new creative and cultural centre, have been unveiled ahead of its doors opening in Spring 2025.  

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  22 August 2024

  Stockport Council honoured with Top Defence Award by Ministry of Defence

  Stockport Council has been accredited with the prestigious Gold Award by the Ministry of Defence for its ongoing support for veterans and their families. 

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  19 August 2024

  Marple Community Hub update August 2024

  Excitement building as Marple Community Hub moves a step closer

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  16 August 2024

  Planning consent granted for final phases of Stockport Exchange

  Stockport Council and development partner Muse, now have the green light to take forward 4 Stockport Exchange.

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  13 August 2024

  Stockport Council’s Job Fair Sept 2024

  If you’re looking for a fresh challenge in your career, Stockport Council could be the place for you to match your ambitions.

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  13 August 2024

  Roll out the red carpet – Stockport’s in the spotlight..again!

  Stockport’s unique architecture and culture form the backdrop for the BBC’s latest show ‘Daddy Issues’.

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  13 August 2024

  Social Sports Society submits planning application for Stockport padel venue

  Subject to planning approval, the padel courts will be open for business after the summer.

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  9 August 2024

  Message from Greater Manchester Police

  A message to the communities of Greater Manchester

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  8 August 2024

  Local Plan update

  Statement from Stockport Council on the Local Plan

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  5 August 2024

  Lung MOTs available for smokers and ex-smokers

  Smokers and former smokers aged 55-74, who are based at doctors’ surgeries in Reddish, Brinnington, Heaton Norris, Woodley, or Bredbury will be invited for a lung health check.

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  2 August 2024

  Stockport Art Gallery to host major exhibition with renowned artist

  The exhibition will feature over 100 paintings by artist Helen Clapcott

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  1 August 2024

  Poundland to move into its new Stockport home

  New store is part of massive council regeneration scheme

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  1 August 2024

  New photography exhibition celebrates the people of Stockport Underbanks

  The exhibition will showcase the work of photographer Mark Fairhurst

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  24 July 2024

  Next big step in Stockport’s £1 billion transformation

  The Council has begun the procurement process to produce a Strategic Regeneration Framework for the latest phase of the £1bn regeneration programme.

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  18 July 2024

  Family support vouchers to be sent out to residents to help with cost of living

  Stockport Council will be issuing family support vouchers soon to help local families with the cost of living.

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  17 July 2024

  10 reasons to take the children to Stockport’s Hat Works Museum this summer

  Ice-creamed out? Sick of sand in your sandwiches? Running short on funds? Try a summer holiday outing with a difference.

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  12 July 2024

  Green light for Stockport’s eco-friendly travel improvements

  Heatons Link Phase 2, Ladybrook Valley, Romiley to Stockport East, Hempshaw Lane Improvements and Woodley to Bredbury Parkway Improvements have all been funded

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  12 July 2024

  School uniform scheme set to be launched to reduce waste and support Stockport families. We need your help!

  With the school summer holidays just around the corner, many parents and families may be starting to think about school uniforms for the next academic year.

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  12 July 2024

  Stockport sizzles this summer: Exciting events coming soon

  Even though the weather can’t make its mind up if it wants summer or not, Stockport is set to sizzle with a jam-packed calendar of events to mark Summer 2024.

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  11 July 2024

  Thousands enjoying Stockport’s walks and bike rides thanks to first-of-its kind helix ramp at award-winning Interchange

  The ramp links the town centre's new Interchange with the train station and the Trans Pennine Trail

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  11 July 2024

  New Stockport Council Deputy Chief Executive

  Paul Richards has been announced as Stockport Council’s new Deputy Chief Executive following the recent promotion of Michael Cullen to Chief Executive.

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  10 July 2024

  'Up for The Task' a New Family Challenge Launched at Family Hub

  Stockport Council, in collaboration with Life Leisure, is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative digital communications campaign, ‘Up for The Task’

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  9 July 2024

  Stockport community projects to benefit from a share of almost £1m in funding

  39 projects in Stockport will benefit from the funding

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  8 July 2024

  New Family Hubs in Bramhall, Cheadle and Marple: your front door to better family support

  Expansion of Family Hubs support continues - three more networks launched this week in Bramhall, Cheadle and Marple to help improve the lives of children, young people and families

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  5 July 2024

  General Election Results 2024

  The outcome of the general election in the Stockport, Hazel Grove and Cheadle constituencies

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  23 June 2024

  In memory of Sir Howard Bernstein

  We are saddened to hear the news yesterday (22 June 2024) about Sir Howard passing.