Coinciding with the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Stockport Council's fostering service has created a short football themed film to celebrate the borough's foster carers. The council is one of 24 local authorities who have re-formed Local Councils United – a virtual league, with each team showcasing … [Read more...]
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NPIF facilitates £1 billion of investment into Northern businesses
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF) has facilitated the investment of more than £1 billion for businesses across the North of England since launching in 2017. Funding has been delivered through £405 million of direct and £613 million private sector co-investment. Established by the … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester’s Bee Network Committee holds first meeting
A new committee that will shape the delivery of Greater Manchester’s London-style Bee Network of integrated public transport held its inaugural meeting on Thursday 27th July. The Bee Network, launches from September will bring together buses, trams, rail and active travel to transform how people … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust targets borough’s deprived communities in new three-year strategy
Stockport County Community Trust, the official charity of Stockport County FC, has launched a new three-year strategy to help tackle inequalities across the borough. Stockport is among the UK's most polarised towns in terms of deprivation, with the poorest communities in the borough suffering … [Read more...]
C&C celebrates homecoming of cycling fundraiser
C&C Insurance Brokers have hosted Professor Rob Wynn, the paediatric haematologist who cycled all 21 stages of the Tour de France route to help raise over £1 million for Cure Leukaemia, at a celebratory homecoming event on Saturday (22nd July), at Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground. The … [Read more...]
Stockport Pain Management Team wins national Q Award
A Stockport NHS team dedicated to helping patients manage their pain has been received for a national award in recognition and support of their innovative approach. The Stockport Pain Management Team (pictured) have been for an award by Q for their 'Your Pain Journey' project, which is improving … [Read more...]
Rail operators extend consultation on ticket office closures
Rail operators, including Avanti West Coast and Northern which run train stations in Stockport, have announced they have extended the public consultation on planned ticket office closures until 1st September. Plans were announced earlier in July 2023 that would see the majority of manned ticket … [Read more...]
Self Assessment customers encouraged to file tax returns early
HMRC is encouraging Self Assessment customers to take advantage of the benefits of filing their tax returns early for the 2022/23 tax year. While the deadline for submissions for the 2022 to 2023 tax year is 31 January 2024, HMRC argues customers who file early can have greater control over … [Read more...]
Stockport County pays tribute to 140-year history in new kit reveal film
As Stockport County celebrates its 140th anniversary year, the club has released a film that pays tribute to its remarkable journey. Produced in partnership with Manchester and Macclesfield-based creative marketing agency, TrunkBBI, the film also launches an exclusive, limited-edition kit, with … [Read more...]
Borough comes together for a fair and inclusive Stockport
Stockport’s Fair and Inclusive Summit took place at Stockport Town Hall on Monday 24th July, welcoming over 100 community equity networks, partners, businesses and communities across Stockport to share their lived stories and examples of fair and inclusive good practice. The Summit focused on … [Read more...]
Stockport Homes and GMP work together on tackling Anti-Social Behaviour
Stockport Homes' Safer Neighbourhoods Team have successfully secured a Closure Order on a property in Edgeley in response to reports of anti-social behaviour. The team worked closely with Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and Stockport Council to gather sufficient evidence to take legal action … [Read more...]
Green energy boost for Greater Manchester as planning approval granted for world’s largest battery energy storage scheme
Planning approval has been granted for energy infrastructure development company, Carlton Power, to build the world's largest battery energy storage scheme (BESS) at Greater Manchester's Trafford Low Carbon Energy Park. The £750 million, 1 GW project will strengthen the resilience of the … [Read more...]
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