Compost made from food and garden waste collected and processed in the area is now available for Stockport residents. Stockport Council in partnership with GMWDA is making the locally produced compost available for residents. Revive Multi-purpose Compost is a high-quality peat-free blended … [Read more...]
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CHILDREN’S EARNINGS OR TAXABLE BENEFITS IN KIND
It is not unusual to see company directors "employing" their children (or other family members) in the company whilst they are at university or college. The children are usually paid under the personal tax allowance limit or under the scholarship threshold so that no tax liability actually arises on … [Read more...]
MANCHESTER AIRPORT CHOIR HOSTS 75th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
The Manchester Airport Choir is celebrating 75 years of Manchester with a special anniversary charity concert at the Bridgewater Hall in aid of Medcare, the airport’s charity partner. Tickets are available now for the concert which will take place on September 7 from 7.30pm, with special … [Read more...]
LATEST – ROADWORKS UPDATE THROUGHOUT STOCKPORT
Virgin Media are resetting a cover on Buxton Road at the junction of Heaviley Grove which will require a lane closure. The closure will be in place from 9.30am to 3.30pm on Tuesday 30th July. Stockport Council is currently undertaking a programme of street lighting … [Read more...]
SEASHELL TRUST – SUMMER NEWSLETTER
The Seashell Trust have issued their Summer newsletter with updates of past events and news of great things to look forward to this summer. The newsletter includes an introduction from Dominic Timmer, Head of Fundraising: "Dear Supporter, As the children and young adults … [Read more...]
LAUNCH OF ‘SAFER IN STOCKPORT’ SUMMER CAMPAIGN
The Safer Stockport Partnership (SSP), which includes Stockport Council and Greater Manchester Police, will be holding a month long initiative aimed at reducing crime and anti-social behaviour across Stockport. The ‘Safer in Stockport’ initiative will be launched with the crushing of … [Read more...]
FINAL CALL FOR VIEWS ON BRINNINGTON LEISURE FACILITIES
There is just over a week left for residents to have their say on the next steps of regeneration in Brinnington, which includes plans to improve leisure facilities in the area. The consultation closes on Friday 2 August. As part of wider regeneration proposals - which also includes new family … [Read more...]
FLOOD ALLEVIATION SCHEME IN ROMILEY AND ROADWORKS UPDATE
Work is due to begin on the construction of a new flood alleviation scheme in Romiley commissioned by Stockport Council. Investigations by the Council into flooding incidents at Dingle Hollow highlighted the need for the renewal of the existing masonry culverted watercourse. The work … [Read more...]
BOOTH AINSWORTH GOLFING CHAMPIONS!
Keen golfers at Booth Ainsworth LLP are celebrating winning the 2013 Golf Trophy after a battle against a Stockport firm of Lawyers and Bankers yesterday. The scorching weather saw the annual competition at Vale Royal Golf Club hot up between the three teams. The 10th Anniversary … [Read more...]
FLAT SHARING GETS 1ST TIMERS ON THE PROPERTY LADDER
First time buyers can save a 15% property deposit in less than three years by flat sharing instead of renting alone, new research suggests. According to a survey by website SpareRoom.co.uk, tenants renting on their own believe it will take them an average five and a half years of saving to be … [Read more...]
LEEMICS’ YORKSHIRE TERRIERS TAKE TO THE PEAKS!
They are Yorkshire terriers after all so there is only place Aiko and Ole could go for a charity walk – over the Pennines to the White Rose County! The two pups will happily hitch a ride when the Pendlebury family, from Woodley, undertake the marathon Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge in aid … [Read more...]
MP VISITS YOUNG PEOPLE ON THE APPRENTICE PLACEMENT SCHEME
Andrew Stunell MP has been checking out Werneth High School students working on the school’s 'Young Apprentice Placement' scheme designed to help pupils from years 9, 10 and 11 to prepare for the world of work. The MP for Hazel Grove is campaigning to get many more apprenticeships … [Read more...]