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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.

3 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.

3 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+.

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

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

1 October 2024

JD announces opening date for new Stockport store

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

1 October 2024

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.

27 September 2024

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

9 September 2024

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

5 September 2024

30 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.  

30 August 2024

23 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. 

23 August 2024

It’s exam results day for students across Stockport

Students from across Stockport are celebrating after receiving their exam results

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.

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’.

2 August 2024

New photography exhibition celebrates the people of Stockport Underbanks

The exhibition will showcase the work of photographer Mark Fairhurst

2 August 2024

15 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

15 July 2024

14 May 2024

New Family Hubs in Stockport town centre

We are continuing to grow the reach of Family Hubs in Stockport, giving more families easier access to information and help on all aspects of family life in one local place.

14 May 2024

Will the Wheel Trim Shady please stand up?

Stockport-born artist Nick Entwistle reinvents the wheel trim for Stockport Town of Culture

18 March 2024

Gifted sculpture trail celebrates best of Stockport through eyes of students

Arts students, led by a graduate from Stockport College, are launching a special temporary sculpture trail in celebration of Stockport, to mark the opening of the new Viaduct Park

18 March 2024

Transforming Stockport: Interchange Opening marks milestone in £1 Billion town centre regeneration

Stockport’s new multi-million-pound, state-of-the-art transport interchange and rooftop park has opened to the public in a historic and landmark moment for the town

18 March 2024

15 March 2024

Sunday Times hails Stockport as the best place to live in the North West

Hot on the heels of being named best place to retire, buy your first home and one of the 25 best places to shop, Stockport has been hailed as best place to live in the North West

15 March 2024

Progress made with contractor appointment in final stage as work begins to make Forum Theatre in Romiley safe for opening

Work has been ongoing to make the Forum Theatre in Romiley safe following the discovery of Reinforced Aerated Autoclave Concrete (RAAC)

15 March 2024

Young artists’ work spreads kindness and joy throughout Stockport

Young people have been creating artworks in a series of arts and crafts workshops called the Hidden Project

Primary school pupils in fine voice making sweet music with Stockport Youth Orchestra

A music project is showcasing a new collection of songs about the borough to be played by primary schools and orchestras across the area

8 March 2024

Art exhibition tells Stockport NHS COVID stories

A special exhibition at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery is telling the story of the experience of those in the NHS working through the COVID-19 pandemic

8 March 2024

Statement from Leader of the Council on Chief Executive position

8 March 2024

Council signs up to Citizens Advice Council Tax Protocol

Stockport Council has signed up to a Citizens Advice Council Tax Protocol for helping people in the borough who are struggling to pay their Council Tax

7 March 2024

Work progressing on Stockport’s innovative space for creativity, discovery and inspiration at the heart of the town centre

Stockport is pioneering an innovative plan to increase footfall and inspire a love of learning and creativity in children and adults...

7 March 2024

Day of play will be fun for all the family in Edgeley this weekend

A host of fun activities are taking place in Edgeley this weekend to celebrate the launch of ‘On the Way Play SK’

Vernon Mill Remembers

Stockport’s Cotton Mills and the lives of the people who worked in them will be the focus of a weekend of events at Vernon Mill Art Studios

Council Tax statement from Cllr Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council

When I was elected Leader of the council two years ago, I was all too aware of the economic challenges we all faced.

Budget and Council Tax 2024/25

During the financial year 2024/25 the Council plans to spend £788m on the provision of a wide range of services to Stockport residents.

4 March 2024

How to find out more about the referendum for Marple’s Neighbourhood Plan

The Marple Neighbourhood Forum has been developing a plan for their area over recent years.

4 March 2024

1 March 2024

Viaduct Park: Stockport's newest gem, a landmark achievement in town's £1bn regeneration

Stockport’s new town centre park, the first of its kind in the UK, has officially been named following a public vote

1 March 2024

Stockport’s COVID Community Commemoration Project reflects on pandemic

Sunday 3 March marks the fourth National Day of Reflection to remember those who have passed, support each other, and connect with loved ones affected by the Covid-19 pandemic

1 March 2024

29 February 2024

More than 50 events lined up across 25 locations as FREE Stockport Town of Culture Weekender promises fun for all ages

Carnival of the Animals parade, live music, comedy acts, music, theatre & dance performances, sports workshops, gardening, crafts, history tours, free entry to local venues & more

29 February 2024

10 April 2024

Families in Heatons and Reddish welcome arrival of One Stockport Family Hubs

More families are set to benefit as Stockport Council and partners launch One Stockport Family Hubs in Heatons and Reddish.

10 April 2024

16 February 2024

Contractors set to address RAAC and long-term safety at Forum Theatre in Romiley

Stockport Council confirm contractors will be appointed this month to begin work on the Forum Theatre in Romiley

16 February 2024

National recognition for Stockport Council and its partners

The great work done by teams and individuals at Stockport Council has been recognised after being named finalists in a number of categories in two national prestigious awards

16 February 2024

DfE announces Stockport's RAAC affected schools are part of School Rebuilding Programme.

The Department for Education announced that two Stockport schools affected by Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), will be included in the School Rebuilding Programme

9 February 2024

Former Elbow drummer leading free music taster sessions for Stockport students of all ages

Former Elbow drummer Richard Jupp will just one of the performers hosting a series of workshops for budding musicians, DJs and beatboxers taking place in Stockport

9 February 2024

22 February 2024

Marple Leisure and Community Hub Update – February 2024

We would like to thank everyone who attended the two public drop-in sessions in September and completed the online engagement for the Marple Leisure & Community Hub

22 February 2024

6 February 2024

Stockport foster carers to receive extra support following expansion of pioneering Mockingbird model

More foster families in Stockport will receive support from other people in the fostering community following the expansion of the award-winning Mockingbird programme

6 February 2024

Stockport is Rising Exhibition to Showcase Town of Culture Artists

Stockport is rising - economically, culturally and, as can be seen in the numerous building projects taking place, physically too

6 February 2024

5 February 2024

Stockport Soars with Sound: Charity enchants 1300 students in inspiring workshops

A prestigious music education charity spearheaded by a world-renowned violinist visited the borough to inspire pupils and teachers across Stockport through a series of workshops

5 February 2024

18 July 2024

From Game Design to 3D Printing: Digital Events in Stockport Offer Exciting Tech Experiences Throughout February

People of all ages can get hands on and creative, this February, with a host of fun digital workshops and events called Make Stuff

18 July 2024

6 June 2024

‘Lights, Camera, Stockport! Filming boom continues in boost to local economy!

Stockport was ‘ready for its close up’ after the borough served as a filming location in top ITV drama After the Flood

6 June 2024

25 September 2024

Consultation now open on new Specialist School for Stockport

Stockport Council on behalf of Prospere Learning Trust is seeking the views of residents and others on a new Free School for the borough.

25 September 2024

10 January 2024

Prestigious awards for national fostering film project 'Any of Us'

"Any of Us", a powerful fostering short film encouraging people from all backgrounds to consider becoming a foster carer for their local authority picked up two prestigious awards

10 January 2024

8 January 2024

Stockport Set for Bumper 2024

Councillor Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council, outlines some of the exciting developments and events coming to fruition in Stockport this year.

8 January 2024

22 January 2024

Christmas reminds us of what can be achieved when people come together in the spirit of the season

Christmas Message from Councillor Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council

22 January 2024

22 December 2023

Opening Doors to Fostering across Greater Manchester

Stockport Council’s fostering team joins UK wide campaign to recruit more foster carers during the run up to Christmas

22 December 2023

Smiles all round as Stockport in the top 10 happiest places to live in the North West

There were smiles all round as Stockport was hailed as one of the happiest places to live in the North West by online property platform Rightmove

8 December 2023

Five arrests made and £11,000 of illegal vapes seized in Stockport

Stockport Council Trading Standards officers seized £11,000 of illegal single use vapes during a joint operation with police in a high visibility day in the town centre and Edgeley

8 December 2023

Care leavers in Stockport given 'protected characteristic' status

Young people in Stockport leaving care will face less disadvantage after Stockport Council committed to make being care experienced a protected characteristic