The recently completed construction of a new emergency and urgent care campus at Stockport's Stepping Hill Hospital has been shortlisted for a national industry award recognising its value to the local community. The project was nominated by building contractors Tilbury Douglas in the ‘Best … [Read more...]
News for: Construction
Muse appoints Development Director to growing North West team
Muse, the nationwide placemaker and partner on a number of major regeneration projects in Stockport, has appointed Laura Percy as Development Director to strengthen its growing North West team. The new hire joins the business with over 15 years’ experience delivering complex urban regeneration, … [Read more...]
Railway bridge components set sail for Stockport
The concrete components that will form the new £20 million replacement Greek Street Bridge over the railway line in Stockport town centre have set sail across the Irish Sea ahead of construction beginning 2nd August. Network Rail and engineers from its contractor Murphy are gearing up for a … [Read more...]
Major upgrade completed to help prevent A555 flooding
Cheshire East Council has completed major improvements on the A555 Manchester Airport Eastern Link Road to reduce the risk of flooding on the route. The A555 has flooded several times in recent years (pictured from early 2019), causing serious disruption and even leaving vehicles stranded. This … [Read more...]
August railway closure to enable £23 million investment between Stoke and Stockport
With the railway through Stockport set to close for three weeks in August to allow the Greek Street Bridge to be replaced, Network Rail is outlining the benefits for passengers of other work that can take place along the route while the line is closed. The £20 million demolition and replacement … [Read more...]
Stockport County plans roof for Edgeley Park Railway End
Stockport County Football Club has applied for planning permission to construct a temporary roof over the Railway End Stand at its Edgeley Park stadium. Proposals seek to ensure the Club is compliant with English Football League (EFL) requirements that at least 20% of its away seating allocation … [Read more...]
Understand your business’ obligations during construction projects with Vita Safety webinar
Stockport health and safety consultancy, Vita Safety, is hosting an upcoming webinar to help businesses understand their duties under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Whether businesses managing a building refurbishment, office fit-out, or other works may be … [Read more...]
Planning Inspectorate to roll out digital appeals service nationwide
The Planning Inspectorate has announced its digital appeals service is to be rolled out to all local planning authorities in England as part of ongoing digitalisation of planning processes. The national launch follows a successful pilot which has seen the scheme be trialled in five London … [Read more...]
Poynton manufacturing unit set for major redevelopment
Commercial property developers, Quorum and Chestergate, are planning a major redevelopment of a manufacturing unit in Poynton after acquiring the site earlier this year. The two Cheshire-based firms plan to deliver a purpose-built 65,000 sq ft facility at Poynton Industrial Estate which will be … [Read more...]
Green light for £70 million development of town centre apartments
Stockport Council has granted planning permission for a landmark £70 million residential development of 245 apartments off Wellington Street in Stockport town centre. The scheme has been brought forward by Manchester-based developer Progressive Living in partnership with residential operator … [Read more...]
Drone photography reveals Weir Mill rooftop garden
New drone footage and photography have captured views of Capital&Centric's £60 million transformation of Weir Mill, including a first glimpse at its rooftop garden, the highest in the city-region outside of Manchester city centre. Perched above the emerging neighbourhood, the roof garden at … [Read more...]
Topping out ceremony held for Seashell’s Ged Mason Building
Students, staff and VIPs gathered at Seashell for a Topping Out Ceremony to celebrate progress on construction of the Stockport charity's new Ged Mason Building. The charity educates and cares for young people with the most complex disabilities in the country. The Ged Mason Building is set to … [Read more...]
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