Some Freeview channels are moving to new airwaves to allow for the future development of new mobile broadband services. Following a decision by the UK Government, transmitters are being updated region by region as part of a major engineering programme which began in 2017 and is due to complete in mid-2020. The final stages of […]

Cllr Paul Ankers quizzes senior officer on A555 issues Cllr Paul Ankers is calling for public consultations on the impacts of the implementation of the new A555 road. There were good sessions in the Civic Hall prior to completion but the Council feel they are doing enough. Click on the link above to see the […]

Citizens Advice in Stockport are today launching a six month trial of a new support service for domestic abuse victims. Domestic abuse is a common problem in the UK. An Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey in 2014 determined that 30% of women and 16% of men had reported suffering domestic abuse at some time […]

Lots of us produce extra waste over the Christmas period (wrapping paper, parsnip peelings and one or two bottles…) and it can be easy to lose track of what day it is so check the collection calendar on the Council’s website here: https://www.stockport.gov.uk/news/christmas-bin-collections It has useful information in case of a disruption of service (for […]

Christmas is almost upon us and is a wonderful time. But often it can be a difficult time if you need Council or emergency services. Stockport Council is urging residents to be be prepared this festive period and make a note of useful numbers should they face a crisis. The information available on the Council’s Winter […]

BetterOff is a new service for people who live in Stockport.  Did you know that BetterOff can show you the benefits you are entitled to and will help you to apply for them online. BetterOff also provides information on how to find and apply for jobs. The better off services are: Your Money and Benefits […]