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Council teams adapt to new roles during coronavirus outbreak

Similarly to other organisations during this outbreak, teams at Stockport Council who are still able to work are having to do so under very different circumstances to normal. Many council employees have had to adapt the way they carry out their daily role, helping Stockport residents and … [Read more...]

Lessons in lockdown from Damar apprentices

Damar Training’s apprentices are continuing to learn and succeed during lockdown, achieving their qualifications and engaging with Working Differently, Damar’s new bespoke programme designed to keep apprentices safe, healthy and supported during the crisis. Since 23 March, we have received some … [Read more...]

Northern trains show thanks to NHS workers

Northern has redesigned four of its trains to show the company's thanks to NHS workers during the coronavirus outbreak. The new livery will be on four of Northern's trains operating across the rail company's network in the North of England, although the operator is running a reduced timetable … [Read more...]

Expert Opinion: Will Covid-19 affect spousal maintenance?

As the impact of Covid-19 affects all parts of our lives, Anita Scorah partner at Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels, explains how the pandemic is affecting spousal maintenance. Covid-19 and Spousal Maintenance Businesses are closing their doors, employee’s hours and salaries have been reduced and … [Read more...]

April 23rd – Coronavirus News Updates:

Latest data: Testing: 559,935 people have now been tested for the virus UK Cases: 133,495 have tested positive, + 4,451 on previous day Loss of life: In hospital, 18,100 people have died + 759 on previous day In Stockport: there are 658 cases of Covid-19, + 18 on previous … [Read more...]

Street food market provides free meals for NHS workers

The team behind Stockport’s street food 'Foodie Friday' markets have stepped up to provide meals for Stepping Hill Hospital and community NHS services. The monthly Friday evening street markets in Stockport town centre have been cancelled because of the coronavirus crisis, so traders have taken … [Read more...]

Permission granted for new Seashell Trust campus

Seashell Trust has been granted permission to build a new school and campus following an appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. The new facility will redevelop the charity's land on Stanley Road, Cheadle Hulme and existing school buildings. Seashell Trust intend to use part of the land for housing, … [Read more...]

Stockport auctioneers announce expansion plans

Simon Charles Auctioneers and Valuers have announced their intentions to open a third site in Stockport once social distancing restrictions are lifted. The Stockport auctioneers is one of the North West's biggest auction centres, selling on average 12,000 items a week through online and live … [Read more...]

Stockport distillery collects more awards

Local distillery, Stockport Gin, have received further recognition for their range of gins, including in The Gin Guide Awards 2020 and Bartenders Brand Awards. The Gin Guide Awards 2020 took place on Tuesday 21st April, with gins from around the world showing their quality and diversity. … [Read more...]

NHS frontline staff and reality TV stars team up for charity single

NHS frontline staff from across the country are teaming up with a host of celebrities from Britain’s most popular TV and reality shows to produce a charity single to raise funds for the NHS's Covid-19 appeal. The chosen single, Mariah Carey’s ‘Hero’, will be engineered and produced by Ed John of … [Read more...]

April 22nd – Coronavirus News Updates:

Latest data: Testing: 535,342 people have now been tested for the virus. UK Cases: 129,044 have tested positive, + 4,301 on previous day. Loss of life: In hospital, 17,366 people have died + 857 on previous day. In Stockport: there are 658 cases of Covid-19, + 18 on previous … [Read more...]

Stockport – Open for business

Is your business in Stockport? Are you ‘open for business’? Many businesses have been affected by the coronavirus outbreak and are currently unable to trade due to Government restrictions in an attempt to stem the spread of the virus, to keep us safe and to protect the NHS. But there are … [Read more...]