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Last chance to get the winter COVID-19 booster

It’s the last chance to get the winter Covid booster in Stockport, following the national announcement that the winter Covid booster programme is ending.

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6 hours ago

Cranes roll into Stockport as Capital&Centric’s Weir Mill reaches key milestone

The restoration of the historic Weir Mill site is continuing to take shape as two giant cranes appear on Stockport’s skyline.

6 hours ago

7 hours ago

Stockport Council a finalist for 3 iNetwork Awards 2023

The iNetwork awards celebrate digital innovation, transformation and excellence in the public sector.

7 hours ago

Yesterday

Consultation launched on Marple Neighbourhood Plan

The Marple Neighbourhood Forum has prepared a Neighbourhood Plan for Marple and the council is now seeking views on its content

Yesterday

Stockport’s night-time economy recognised with prestigious Purple Flag award

Stockport is celebrating today after receiving the news that it has retained the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for the town centre’s evening and night-time economy.

Yesterday

6 February 2023

Stockport Council Adult Social Care team shortlisted for Smarter Working Live award

Stockport Council is celebrating after its adult social care team was announced as shortlisted in the Smarter Working Live awards.

6 February 2023

2 February 2023

Stockport town centre's CCTV system given boost thanks to Home Office grant

The new cameras have been funded thanks to a grant from the Home Office's Safer Streets Fund

2 February 2023

Brinnington Jobs Fair welcomes over 120 job seekers

Stockport Council and its partners hosted a jobs fair at Brinnington Community Centre on Thursday 26th January 2023.

2 February 2023

New trees planted across borough as part of Stockport Interchange development

The planting scheme has been organised by the council and Transport for Greater Manchester

2 February 2023

Stockport Council gives foster carers 8% pay increase

Stockport Council has today announced that foster carer allowances and fees will be uplifted to support foster carers during the cost of living crisis.

2 February 2023

31 January 2023

‘A greater income to spend on household repairs’ – The real life benefits of pension credit uptake

Stockport Council’s pension credit uptake campaign is yielding real results for the people of the borough.

31 January 2023

27 January 2023

Stockport Council are official Members of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter!

At Friday’s Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) meeting, hosted by Stockport Council, Andy Burnham presented the local authority with their plaque.

27 January 2023

Cycle and Stride grant applications now open to community groups

Successful applicants could receive a grant of up to £10,000

27 January 2023

'Turn it Off' anti-idling campaign relaunches for 2023

Schools can take up the offer of a free banner highlighting the campaign

27 January 2023

Stockport Market crowned Best Small Indoor Market 2023

Stockport Market is celebrating today after being named Britain’s Best Small Indoor Market 2023 at the Great British Market Awards.

27 January 2023

25 January 2023

Partnership work helps to keep borough’s residents and visitors safe 365 days a year

Cllr Helen Foster-Grime visited Stockport County with the Public Protection team this month

25 January 2023

24 January 2023

Stockport supports Holocaust Memorial Day

Stockport Council supports Holocaust Memorial Day on Friday 27 January.

24 January 2023

20 January 2023

It’s not too late for over 50s to get the COVID-19 winter booster vaccination

There’s still time this winter for anyone 50 or over to get vaccinated or boosted against COVID-19 at One Stockport Hub vaccination clinic, Mersey Square, Stockport, SK1 1RA

20 January 2023

19 January 2023

Keeping warm and well this Christmas with Stockport Lamplighters Rotary Club

Children from a number of primary schools across Stockport were busy before Christmas designing cards to take home to family, friends and neighbours.

19 January 2023

A Christmas holiday to remember for Stockport children!

Children across Stockport enjoyed a winter break full of fun activities and nutritious food, thanks to the Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme.

19 January 2023

18 January 2023

Marple's famous Lime Kilns restored thanks to £90,000 grant

The Friends of Oldknow’s Lime Kilns (FOLK) secured the funding for the repair project, preparing grant applications and supporting the council’s bid to Historic England

18 January 2023

17 January 2023

Photo ID now required to vote in elections

The UK Government has introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station at some elections.

17 January 2023

16 January 2023

Staying Healthy in the New Year

As we welcome in the new year, Stockport Council, has put together some tips and tricks for staying healthy this January to keep everyone warm and well.

16 January 2023

Stockport Council learning disabilities support workers start work together and retire on same day 40 years later

When 16-year-olds Kathryn Smith and Fiona Fisher both started a Youth Training Scheme (YTS) together on the same day in 1983, earning the princely sum of £25 a week and bus fare -

16 January 2023

13 January 2023

Fred Perry House reception temporarily closed

In order for us to carry out essential building work, Fred Perry House reception is closed from 13th January.

13 January 2023

10 January 2023

Successful funding bid for Stockport’s Supported Housing Improvement Programme

Stockport Council has been successful in its bid for funding to develop a Supported Housing Improvement Programme

10 January 2023

5 January 2023

Road safety team visit two schools to reinforce tips to pupils

The visits were part of regular trips undertaken by the council's Road Safety Team

5 January 2023

30 November 2022

Open+ across libraries in Stockport

Stockport Council continues the roll out of its Open+ self service library service, which makes libraries more accessible to residents at a time convenient to them

30 November 2022

9 November 2022

A warm welcome despite the weather: Stockport’s warm spaces launch, with the second round of funding announced

Over 50 warm space providers and council partners met to officially launch Stockport’s warm spaces initiative on Monday (November 7).

9 November 2022

2 November 2022

Remembrance in Stockport 2022

Commemorative services and events taking place across the borough on Remembrance Sunday, Sunday 13 November 2022

2 November 2022

27 October 2022

Pop-Up Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics Returning to Stockport

Pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinics are returning to Stockport from Wednesday, 2 November

27 October 2022

7 October 2022

Stockport is stamping out stigma in mental health

Last weekend, local mental health charity Beacon Counselling brought together residents from across the borough at their showcase of mental health and visual arts.

7 October 2022

4 October 2022

More Vaccination Options in the Fight Against Covid-19 in Stockport

Make the most of Stockport’s Covid-19 extended vaccination offer and protect yourself now against Covid-19.

4 October 2022

29 September 2022

Extra Evening and Saturday Appointments at GP Practices are Launching in Stockport

Extra evening and Saturday appointments at GP practices are launching in Stockport.

29 September 2022

20 September 2022

Autumn/Winter Covid-19 Vaccination Programme Information

Vaccinations are now under way in Stockport to help protect people against Covid-19 and flu, led by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care (NHS GM) and Stockport Council

20 September 2022

14 September 2022

Stockport GP Practices Closed for State Funeral

As a mark of respect for the State Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll, GP practices in Stockport will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday, 19 September

14 September 2022

23 August 2022

Bank Holiday Health Advice at Your Fingertips

Health advice is just a few clicks away if you need medical help this Bank Holiday Monday, 29 August, by calling NHS 111 or visiting NHS 111 online - www.111.nhs.uk

23 August 2022

1 August 2022

Local Covid-19 Vaccination Offer Extended into August

Stockport’s popular town centre Covid-19 vaccination clinic offer at the One Stockport Hub, has been extended and will remain open throughout August

1 August 2022

24 June 2022

Covid-19 Vaccination Offer Extended into July

Stockport’s popular town centre walk-in pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinic offer at One Stockport Hub, Merseyway, SK1 1RA, has been extended and will remain open throughout July

24 June 2022

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

6 June 2022

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

27 May 2022

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

23 May 2022

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

20 May 2022

16 May 2022

Stockport Support Hub

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

16 May 2022

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

28 April 2022

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.

27 April 2022

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

25 April 2022

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

13 April 2022

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

12 April 2022

7 April 2022

One Stockport Hub pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic re-opens

Stockport’s popular town centre walk-in pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the One Stockport Hub, Merseyway, SK1 1RA, re-opens from Wednesday, 6 April, until Saturday, 30 April.

7 April 2022

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.

30 March 2022

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

29 March 2022

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

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

21 March 2022

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

4 March 2022

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.

10 February 2022

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

31 January 2022

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

19 January 2022

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

11 January 2022

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

5 January 2022

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Last chance to get the winter COVID-19 booster

Cranes roll into Stockport as Capital&Centric’s Weir Mill reaches key milestone

Stockport Council a finalist for 3 iNetwork Awards 2023

Consultation launched on Marple Neighbourhood Plan

Stockport’s night-time economy recognised with prestigious Purple Flag award

Stockport Council Adult Social Care team shortlisted for Smarter Working Live award

Stockport town centre's CCTV system given boost thanks to Home Office grant

Brinnington Jobs Fair welcomes over 120 job seekers

New trees planted across borough as part of Stockport Interchange development

Stockport Council gives foster carers 8% pay increase

‘A greater income to spend on household repairs’ – The real life benefits of pension credit uptake

Stockport Council are official Members of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter!

Cycle and Stride grant applications now open to community groups

'Turn it Off' anti-idling campaign relaunches for 2023

Stockport Market crowned Best Small Indoor Market 2023

Partnership work helps to keep borough’s residents and visitors safe 365 days a year

Stockport supports Holocaust Memorial Day

It’s not too late for over 50s to get the COVID-19 winter booster vaccination

Keeping warm and well this Christmas with Stockport Lamplighters Rotary Club

A Christmas holiday to remember for Stockport children!

Marple's famous Lime Kilns restored thanks to £90,000 grant

Photo ID now required to vote in elections

Staying Healthy in the New Year

Stockport Council learning disabilities support workers start work together and retire on same day 40 years later

Fred Perry House reception temporarily closed

Successful funding bid for Stockport’s Supported Housing Improvement Programme

Road safety team visit two schools to reinforce tips to pupils

Open+ across libraries in Stockport

A warm welcome despite the weather: Stockport’s warm spaces launch, with the second round of funding announced

Remembrance in Stockport 2022

Pop-Up Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics Returning to Stockport

Stockport is stamping out stigma in mental health

More Vaccination Options in the Fight Against Covid-19 in Stockport

Extra Evening and Saturday Appointments at GP Practices are Launching in Stockport

Autumn/Winter Covid-19 Vaccination Programme Information

Stockport GP Practices Closed for State Funeral

Bank Holiday Health Advice at Your Fingertips

Local Covid-19 Vaccination Offer Extended into August

Covid-19 Vaccination Offer Extended into July

Get Behind the Scenes of a Stockport GP Practice

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

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

Taking Care of Aches and Pains

Stockport Support Hub

One Stockport Hub Vaccination Clinic Extended into May

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

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

New vaccination pop ups in Stockport

Health advice for Easter weekend

One Stockport Hub pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic re-opens

Pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics return to Stockport

New provider for local sexual health services in Stockport

Get vaccinated before you travel this Easter

Stockport Council supports National Day of Reflection on 23 March 2021

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

Take the stress out of your holiday abroad by getting vaccinated

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

Pregnant women urged to #GetBoostedNow

Extended vaccination options until the end of January

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