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Stockport’s Warm Spaces provide further support for pensioners this winter

This winter Stockport Council is working hard to provide welcoming warm spaces across the borough, particularly to support older people.

Stockport and Tameside partner to improve children’s services

Stockport Council has been officially selected as Tameside’s Strategic Partner for the next three years to improve their children's services.

28 November 2024

Interchange picks up two prestigious royal planning titles

Development heralded at Royal Town Planning Institute awards evening

28 November 2024

26 November 2024

Get ready for a magical Christmas in Stockport!

Stockport town centre is the place to be this festive season, bustling with excitement now and throughout December.

26 November 2024

Support available to residents and families this winter

This week’s cold snap has put in to sharp focus the help and support local people will need over the coming months.

20 November 2024

Work begins to transform Stockport’s derelict Grade II listed hospital into new multi-generational community ‘St Thomas Gardens’

As part of Stockport MDC’s Masterplan for Town Centre West, the project supports its ambitions to deliver the UK's most liveable and sustainable town centre

20 November 2024

Operation AVRO tackles neighbourhood crime in Stockport

Stockport residents have seen the results of a collaborative day of action as part of Greater Manchester Police’s Operation AVRO

20 November 2024

19 November 2024

Stockport's Chosen Family Album: be part of our story!

Ahead of Stockroom opening, we’re inviting the people of Stockport to help create a Chosen Family Album, to be unveiled at the launch next year

19 November 2024

15 November 2024

Stockport foster carers awarded for transforming lives over 20 years

A couple in Stockport have received a long-service award for their commitment to fostering children and young people.

15 November 2024

14 November 2024

Stockport Council Champions Men’s Health this Movember

This Movember, Stockport Council and local partners are raising awareness of men’s health, tackling prostate and testicular cancer, and promoting men’s mental health.

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.

14 November 2024

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

12 November 2024

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

8 November 2024

11 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.

11 November 2024

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

6 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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One Stockport Local approach to ageing well

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

12 hours ago

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.

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.

18 October 2024

17 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.

17 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.

22 November 2024

Twelve months of One Stockport Family Hubs making a difference

Twelve months ago, we launched One Stockport Family Hubs.

22 November 2024

5 November 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.

5 November 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’.

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

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