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Stockport prepares for Census 2021

Households across Stockport will soon be asked to participate in Census 2021. The once-in-a-decade survey provides the most accurate picture of households in England and Wales, and has been carried out every ten years since 1801, with the exception of 1941. The 2021 Census will be the first … [Read more...]

Flood warning issued for Stockport rivers

A flood warning has been issued regarding the Goyt, Tame and Mersey rivers River Goyt from Marple Dale to OffertonRiver Goyt at Marple Bridge The River Mersey is already high through Stockport and may cause flooding around Portwood and Brinksway later today and tonight. Obviously the … [Read more...]

Cheadle submits £25 million Towns Fund bid

The Cheadle Towns Fund Board has submitted its bid for a £25 million share of government funding aimed to support small towns across the UK. The funding will go to support delivering quality employment space for innovation and clean growth, as well as connecting the district centre with the rail … [Read more...]

Iconic Stockport hotel falls into administration

Stockport’s Bredbury Hall has fallen into administration with the loss of 90 jobs. Bredbury Hall has long been an iconic and important part of the local landscape; since the late 70's and early 80's it has been a favourite with residents and visitors who enjoyed the nightclub and casino. … [Read more...]

Online forum will discuss Stockport’s regeneration

An online forum, hosted by Insider, will discuss Stockport's ongoing regeneration and future potential for business and investment. Titled Building on Success: Transforming Stockport for the Future, the online event will take place on Thursday 20th August at 2pm. During the online forum, … [Read more...]

Stockport Events scoop Best Venue at Wedding Industry awards

Stockport Events and Stockport Town Hall have won a top gong at the prestigious Wedding Industry Awards. Stockport Events, who manage events held at venues owned by Stockport Council, recently entered the Wedding Industry Awards for the first time and were shortlisted in all 3 categories: Best … [Read more...]

Expert Opinion: What is the Apprenticeship Levy?

We often get asked what is the apprenticeship levy? In April 2017, the government introduced the Apprenticeship Levy with a view to funding three million new apprenticeships by 2020. The Apprenticeship Levy Explained by Stockport's Damar Training Every month employers with an annual wage bill … [Read more...]

Edgeleap hops home to Stockport County

Stockport County fans’ group, Help the Hatters, have taken a giant leap forward to bring the Hatters’ frog to Edgeley Park on a permanent basis. At an auction, which raised more than £30,000 for Stepping Hill Children’s Ward, Help the Hatters secured the highest bid and landed Edgeleap. As … [Read more...]

New Chair of Board at Stockport based Seashell Trust

A new chair has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Stockport's Seashell Trust. Gwen Carr, is to retire after completing her full term of 12 years with the Trust and will be replaced by Dr Robina Shah MBE. Last week, Gwen, who has been Chair since 2014, stepped down from her post and … [Read more...]

Expert Opinion: Why you need a PPC agency

Sharing their expert opinion are Stockport digital marketing agency Platform81 who explain 'why you need a PPC agency.' Platform81's Nick Wroe explains: At some point in our careers, every PPC’er has probably heard this comment at least once: “I am taking the campaigns in-house to do them … [Read more...]