News for: Coronavirus

Following rising coronavirus infection rates in the borough, Stockport has been placed back under local restrictions in line with the rest of Greater Manchester. The decision was announced by the Health Secretary Matt Hancock on the afternoon of 25th September, with new rules coming into effect … [Read more...]

500 volunteers from Greater Manchester and East Cheshire are being invited to join a phase three Covid-19 vaccine study taking place in Stockport. Phase three studies involve many thousands of people, giving researchers insights into the effects of a vaccine on a much larger population than phase … [Read more...]

Stockport Council has developed 1,000 Covid-19 safety packs, to protect homeless, disadvantaged and vulnerable people across the borough. The packs include essential safety items such as two face coverings, hand sanitiser and a selection of leaflets about mental health, covid-19 safety and One … [Read more...]

HELP US TO HELP YOU SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Over the next few weeks we would like to hear from businesses in Stockport on a range of issues around the impact of coronavirus and how we can support you, your team and your business. Please answer this short survey of just four questions to help us get … [Read more...]

HELP US TO HELP YOU SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Over the next few weeks we would like to hear from businesses in Stockport on a range of issues around the impact of coronavirus and how we can support you, your team and your business. Please answer this short survey of just four questions to help us get … [Read more...]

Designated businesses and organisations, including hospitality, close contact services and leisure venues are now legally required to enforce the government's rule of 6 on social gathering sizes. From 24th September, these businesses will also be required to display official NHS QR codes and log … [Read more...]

From October 1st, employees enrolled in the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (or furlough) will only have 60% of the wages paid by HMRC, with the remainder being provided by the employer. While the total wages paid to the employee will not change, up to a cap of £2500 per month, HMRC will reduce … [Read more...]

A pub in Edgeley has become the first business to be shut by authorities in Stockport after breaching Covid-19 guidelines. This week, The Royal Oak in Castle Street, Edgeley received a Direction Order after it was found to be breaching Covid-19 guidelines. New powers from the Government means … [Read more...]