A recent poll shows that just 6% of those asked want things to return to as they were pre-Covid-19. Community groups are calling for a recovery plan that creates a stronger, fairer and greener future and take in the whole of the UK. But in the North things aren’t changing fast enough, according to … [Read more...]
Marketing Stockport News
Digital device lending library receives Stockport Local Fund grant
Stockport Council's Stockport Local Fun has awarded almost £10,000 to Starting Point Community Learning Partnership, to set up Stockport’s first digital device lending library. The Covid-19 crisis has shown that being online now feels essential rather than optional, with access to online services … [Read more...]
Stockport learner wins prestigious performing arts award at the 2020 BTEC Awards
The exceptional achievement of Alex Waddacor from Stockport College was celebrated as she was awarded the prestigious bronze BTEC Award for performing arts. Alex was recognised by teachers and peers at Stockport College partner, Debut Academy of Performing Arts, for her excellence in shows, … [Read more...]
Cheadle care home thanks local community
A care home in Cheadle has thanked those who have gone the extra mile to support residents throughout the coronavirus pandemic, including staff and the local community. Care UK’s Abney Court, in Abney Hall Park, has expressed its gratitude for the consideration and generosity shown by the people … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: The Bounce Back Loan Scheme – A Way for Small Businesses to Bounce Back?
With further sectors including leisure and hospitality businesses set to reopen on 4th July, the future is still uncertain as questions remain about whether, and how quickly, demand will return across the economy. Stockport solicitors, SAS Daniels, explains how the government's Bounce Back Loan … [Read more...]
June 29th – Coronavirus News Updates
As Stockport’s business community prepares for recovery post-coronavirus, a group of business leaders from the town have collaborated with Stockport Council to launch a new website – www.skbusinessrecovery.co.uk to support businesses through the phases of recovery. Latest UK data to … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham announces package of Covid-19 support for young people
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has confirmed the first in a series of new measures to support young people in the city-region affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The Mayor confirmed that, during an online event to hear views from younger residents, the free local bus travel scheme, Our … [Read more...]
Stockport furniture recycling project shortlisted at housing awards
Foundations Stockport's furniture recycling project has been shortlisted for a Housing Quality Network (HQN) Frontline Stars Award. The award recognises frontline workers, volunteers, residents and members of the housing community who have gone the extra mile during the Covid-19 crisis and made a … [Read more...]
Carecall ask for help entertaining Stockport residents in self-isolation
Carecall, Stockport's 24/7 telemonitoring and falls response service, have put out a call for donations of entertainment packages for local residents in self-isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic. During June, the team have been delivering complimentary ‘entertainment packages’ for those who … [Read more...]
Back from Across the World and caring for patients
A specialist therapist who entertained millions with her the travels across Latin America on TV is now back caring for patients at Stepping Hill Hospital, following lockdown and her own struggles with health. Audiences fell in love with Jo Gardiner and her teenage son Sam as one of the team duos … [Read more...]
June 26th – Coronavirus News Updates:
As Stockport’s business community prepares for recovery post-coronavirus, a group of business leaders from the town have collaborated with Stockport Council to launch a new website – www.skbusinessrecovery.co.uk to support businesses through the phases of recovery. Latest UK data to … [Read more...]
‘Fast-track transport investment’ Northern leaders tell government
Transport for the North (TfN) has called for the UK government to commit to a fast-track for essential road and rail investment across the region as part of an economic recovery plan to rebuild after the coronavirus crisis. Political leaders in the North of the England are calling on central … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 558
- 559
- 560
- 561
- 562
- …
- 1328
- Next Page »