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STOCKPORT BOASTS 10,000 APPRENTICES IN 4 YEARS

2 million apprenticeships have been created across the country since 2010 and over 10,000 of them have been created in Stockport alone which is "fantastic news for our young people and a huge achievement".  Commenting Lisa Smart, Prospective MP for Hazel Grove, said … [Read more...]

EMPLOYMENT LAW CHANGES FOR 2105 – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

This year will play host to the UK general election, and over the next few months we should all brace ourselves for an avalanche of news, argument and raised voices over the issue of employment law, as the main parties jockey for position, trying to win the affections of the UK electorate and … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT URGED TO HAVE A HEALTHY NEW YEAR!

Stockport Council is encouraging residents and their families to get healthy in the New Year! Evidence shows that you are more likely to succeed if you make one simple change at a time. Getting involved in one of the following national campaigns, could help make positive changes towards a healthy … [Read more...]

ROBINSONS UNVEIL THEIR 2015 SEASONAL LINE UP

Following on from a fantastic 2014, in which, on average, a pint of Robinsons’ seasonal ale was enjoyed every minute, the Stockport based brewer has announced five specially created ales which are available for a limited time. Available throughout January and February, Voodoo Dawn, a … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT COLLEGE CEO AWARDED OBE IN NEW YEAR HONOURS

Ian Clinton, Principal and CEO, at Stockport College has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List for his services to further education. Ian, who has been leading the Stockport College since February 2014, is a lifelong education professional, having worked in the FE … [Read more...]

RESIDENTS URGED TO GO DRY FOR JANUARY WITH NEW ONLINE GAME

Stockport residents are being encouraged to take up the Dry January challenge, and give up alcohol for 31 days after the festive period. Dry January participants can also sign-up to a brand new online game, and access a wealth of support and knowledge to help monitor their progress throughout the … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT RESIDENTS URGED TO TAKE FLU VACCINE

Stockport residents are being encouraged to get vaccinated against the flu, following recent reports of outbreak cases across the UK. Stockport Council, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust and NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group, want to remind everyone that influenza viruses circulate and … [Read more...]