People in Brinnington are being invited to help shape how £20 million of Pride in Place investment is used in their community. The long-term Government funding is a major opportunity for Brinnington, with decisions about the future of the programme guided by the people who know the area best. A … [Read more...]
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United Utilities to deliver additional £975 million investment across the North West
Water sector regulator, Ofwat, has provisionally approved proposals by United Utilities to deliver a £975 million investment into the region's water infrastructure. Plans will support the continued growth of the region's economy, and create an estimated 4,000 additional jobs across United … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust launches new creative wellbeing project
Stockport County Community Trust has announced the launch of a new creative wellbeing project to support adults living in the Edgeley and Lancashire Hill neighbourhoods of Stockport. The What County Means to Me programme will use creative approaches to improve health and wellbeing among Stockport … [Read more...]
Increasing energy bills drove inflation to 2.9% in July
Inflation rose to 2.9% in July, its highest level in four months, according to the latest Consumer Price Index published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The latest increase has largely been driven by increased energy costs as a result of the ongoing conflict in Iran and its impact of … [Read more...]
Work begins on 1,500 new homes at Handforth Garden Village
Construction work has begun on the first phase of development of Handforth Garden Village, which is set to deliver a new neighbourhood of 1,500 homes on the Cheshire-Stockport border. Contractors have broken ground on the creation of the new gateway entrance to the Garden Village at Handforth … [Read more...]
Azets explains July corporate insolvency figures
There were 1,931 corporate insolvencies in July 2026. This was an increase of 4.5% compared to June 2026 (1,847) and a 4.9% decrease compared to July 2025 (2,031). Jonathan Amor, Restructuring and Insolvency Partner at international accountancy and business advisory group Azets, explains the … [Read more...]
Pure Innovations celebrates sell-out Access Festival
More than 300 people came together last month to celebrate music, friendship and inclusion as Stockport charity Pure Innovations hosted its sixth annual Access Festival at Stockport Guildhall. Designed specifically for adults with learning disabilities and autism, the much-loved event once again … [Read more...]
Cheadle construction firm set for record results
A Cheadle-based construction firm has announced it is on target to achieve record-breaking results in its current financial year. Short Construction has revealed it is on track to achieve its £25 million turnover target this year, supporting the longer-term ambition to grow annual turnover to £40 … [Read more...]
New planning rules facilitate new homes near stations
New planning rules have been introduced in England to make it easier to build new homes close to transport links, including train and tram stations. Changes, which were introduced 17th August, will fast-track planning processes to build new homes on land within a reasonable walking distance of … [Read more...]
Manufacturers urged to check eligibility for support with electricity costs
Stockport-based IN Accountancy is urging businesses to assess their eligibility for an upcoming government scheme to support them with high electricity costs. The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) is set to begin in April 2027 to support manufacturers across Great Britain with high … [Read more...]
Stockport businesses urged to share insights into work experience provision
Stockport businesses are being invited to share their insights into work experience provision across Greater Manchester, to ensure programmes benefit both businesses and young people. As part of ongoing work to improve educational pathways into work in Greater Manchester, the city-region is … [Read more...]
Stroke survivor on 3 km walk to raise money for Stepping Hill stroke unit
After a stroke in the early hours of Christmas Day 2022, Andy Shaw is walking 3 km to raise money for the stroke ward at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust through Stockport NHS Charity. Before his stroke, Andy was healthy and active. He had served in the army and then worked as a police officer for … [Read more...]