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Fairtrade Christmas Fair

by jontwigge on 28 October, 2017

Recent confirmation from the Fairtrade Foundation ensures that Stockport’s Fairtrade Borough status has been successfully renewed, through the work of the Stockport Fairtrade Group in collaboration with Stockport Council. The renewal recognises the commitment going forward to supporting and promoting fairtrade. This years Christmas fair is on Saturday November 25th.

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Shout About Stockport – Have Your Say

by jontwigge on 5 June, 2017

You probably know about the exciting changes happening across Stockport Town Centre. New investment, transport improvements, leisure opportunities, better spaces and places, cultural programmes and a host of big brand names and independent businesses are moving to Stockport. It’s all part of the complete reinvention at the heart of our town. Now we need your […]

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Stockport Market in Decline Under Labour

by paulankers on 6 April, 2017

A year after the new Labour administration ‘saved’ Stockport Market, Council figures show the market is in serious decline. A report to the Council’s Scrutiny Co-Ordination Committee forecasts a fall in visitors by 9% over the last financial year. The Labour group squashed a consultation into the market’s future, but have show no sign of […]

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Stockport Fairtrade Fair – Saturday 19th November

by jontwigge on 16 October, 2016

Stockport is a fairtrade town recognised by the Fairtrade Foundation, and is in the process of renewing this status in collaboration with the Council. As a fairtrade town, Stockport has made a commitment to supporting fair trade and using products with the Fairtrade mark. They would be delighted to see you, family and friends at their […]

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