The construction of the new link road to connect the new Airport City Manchester with the wider transport network has begun as part of the total £1 billion development project. The £15m infrastructure development and construction of Enterprise Way is being undertaken by Airport City development … [Read more...]
News for: Construction
Viaduct to deliver new homes in Stockport
A new housing development company has been formed in Stockport as a new partnership is launched between Stockport Council and Stockport Homes. 'Viaduct' has been set up to allow the Council and Stockport Homes to build as many affordable new homes in Stockport as possible. The development … [Read more...]
Gateway to Stockport – road to improvement?
A gateway to Stockport - as the £1m transformation of Stockport town centre gathers pace, Stockport Exchange is already standing proud on the horizon, bringing a new dimension to the landscape of Stockport and shaping the scene for a modern, vibrant future. To passengers and commuters arriving … [Read more...]
Stockport unveils £2.8m investment plan at Grand Central
Stockport Council are set to embark on a £2.8M investment plan at Grand Central in the town centre. Stockport is already undergoing an extensive development programme at Stockport Exchange and Redrock, providing a new gateway to Stockport from the rail station, restaurants and a new cinema. Built … [Read more...]
Avoid disputes over boundary walls
Boundary walls of one kind or another are a hot topic in the news at the moment. Incoming US president Donald Trump’s determination to build a wall along the border with Mexico has raised a few eyebrows to say the least – and could end in the mother of all neighbour disputes over who foots the … [Read more...]
New Commercial development in Stockport
NJL Consulting has secured planning permission, on behalf of Realty Estates, for a new commercial development in Stockport. The trade counter development is planned on derelict land at Stanley Green Trading Estate near the A34 to the south of Stockport. The consent allows 12 flexible trade … [Read more...]
Love is in the air at Heaton Manor
A surprise proposal showed love is in the air at a new build residential development at Heaton Manor in Stockport this Valentine’s Day. James Morgan went down on one knee to propose to his girlfriend of eight and a half years 30-year-old Isobel Perrin as they collected the keys to their first home … [Read more...]
Stockport and area roadworks planned this week
Highways England have issued a summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements affecting Stockport and the region over the coming week. The information is correct as of Friday 27 January and may be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. M6 junctions 16 to 19: … [Read more...]
New VIP lounge at Manchester Airport
A new VIP lounge at Manchester Airport is set to get passengers off to a flying start. Manchester Airport has unveiled plans for a new brand of lounge that will open in Terminal Three in April costing £1.6m. 1903, named after the year of the Wright Brothers first flight, will hold up to 71 people … [Read more...]
Poynton Relief Road granted approval
The new £30m Poynton Relief Road has been granted planing permission by East cheshire Council. Its northern end will connect into a junction with the A6 Manchester Airport relief road that is currently under construction and the southern end links to the A523 London Road via a new roundabout … [Read more...]
Stockport Economic Alliance looking to a great 2017
The Chair of Stockport Economic Alliance - SEA - looks back over the last 12 months and, whilst there were many surprises nationally and internationally, found a lot to celebrate locally. 2016 saw countless local businesses celebrate successes; a green light being given to the establishment of a … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Spatial Framework consultation extended
Stockport residents have been given more time to feedback on the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework. Following a meeting of Greater Manchester leaders, a decision has been made to extend the deadline for public consultation on the draft version of the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework. The … [Read more...]