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Stockport Review Extra - 4 March 2022
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This edition at a glance...
Message from Cllr Elise Wilson
As many of you may already know, next Tuesday (8th March) is International Women's Day. This is a day celebrated worldwide, as we come together to celebrate the contribution and strength of women globally.
As a woman leader in Stockport and Greater Manchester, this is a day close to my heart. I'm lucky enough to be surrounded by fantastic and inspirational women every day, from councillors to officers within the council to Greater Manchester colleagues and those in the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector.
International Women's Day is also about breaking the bias. This year in Stockport, we'll celebrate by speaking to some of our incredible women leaders across the borough. Leadership comes in many different forms, and a leader can be anyone who inspires, motivates or cares for others. Perhaps you know some inspirational female leaders yourself, and if you do, celebrate them with us on Tuesday!
Keep an eye on the Stockport Council social media channels to see videos from some of our leaders across Stockport talking about what breaking the bias means to them.
There are also many fantastic events in the borough to celebrate International Women's Day. You can find out more about what's on and how to join in by reading below.
Finally, we're so spoilt in Stockport that we have so many dynamic, powerful women doing extraordinary things throughout the borough. I hope you will join us to celebrate them, and all the women we know and love, on Tuesday.
Have a great weekend.
- Cllr Elise Wilson, Leader of Stockport Council
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International Women's Day Activities in Stockport
This Tuesday (8th March) is International Women’s Day, and there’s plenty going on in Stockport to get involved with. See the summary of activities below – how will you celebrate?!
Sylvia vs The Fascists – The Hatworks
On Saturday (5th March), head down to the Hatworks for a play exploring Sylvia Pankhurst’s role in supporting the anti-Fascist movement in post-WW1 Britain. Her role brought her into direct conflict with the British government, who were fearful of what they saw as the threat of rising socialism. A play relevant to the backdrop of current affairs and the gender debate today.
Book your ticket here.
Breaking the glass ceiling for women of colour – masterclass
Join Saj Zafar at the Manchester Art Gallery on International Women’s Day for a masterclass which looks at the barriers facing women of colour in employment, and how everyone can work together to smash through the ‘glass ceiling’.
Book your ticket by emailing Zelda.massey@stockport.gov.uk.
The Goodness Collective
Stockport’s the Goodness Collective are hosting 8 events, by 8 women, on the 8th March! Join them for a day of events aimed at equipping women with the skills and confidence you need to smash your goals for the rest of the year.
Find out more.
Starting Point launch of menopause policy
Our friends at Starting Point are launching their menopause policy with a Q&A session on all things working with the menopause. Join them in the Start Point café to ask your questions. If you can’t join in person, they’re also hosting the Q&A live on Facebook!
Find out more.
Stockport Women’s Networking Group – an afternoon of inspirational talks
Join Stockport Women’s Networking Group on 8th March for an afternoon of inspirational female speakers at Stockport’s Central Library. From creative leads to poets and health coaches, there’s really something for everyone.
Book your place via Eventbrite.
Yaran North West Art Exhibition
Carrying on the celebrations into the weekend, Yaran North West are hosting an art exhibition put together by service users on Friday 11th March from 11am – 2pm. Come along and enjoy delicious Iranian refreshments while you browse the art!
Email parvin@yarannorthwest.com to book your place.
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 Empty Homes Week - 28th February - 6th March
Empty Homes week highlights the need for empty homes to be brought into use and raises awareness of the assistance and advice available to make a property habitable again.
Tackling empty properties maximises the properties available in the borough and improves communities. The supply of housing in Stockport is unable to match the projected demand, so it's important that any empty properties that could provide accommodation are brought back into the housing market.
If you have a property that is currently empty and has not been lived in for some time, or know of a property that is not being lived in, we would like to hear from you. If you own an empty property, it could be costing more than you think for things like repairs, loss of rent, vandalism and general deterioration.
One Stockport Story of the Week
Workers in the construction industry face many challenges due to uncertainty of contracts, pressures of work and difficult working environments. To support students at Stockport College, Stockport Samaritans stepped in to provide resilience training to construction students to help their emotional wellbeing and give them valuable skills for life.
To reinforce the message, Stockport Samaritans gave tools to students embossed with the Samaritans contact details. Stockport homes provider, Great Places, generously provided the funding.
Omicron grants available
Stockport businesses still have time to apply for the Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant.
If you haven’t already applied make sure you get your application in on time – the deadline is March 11.
You can read more and apply online below.
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 New bus gate on Heaton Lane now in operation
As part of the plans to create the town’s new multi-million-pound transport Interchange, the council has introduced a ‘bus gate’ on Heaton Lane in the town centre.
Heaton Lane has been bypassed as a through route for town centre traffic following the completion of the Travis Brow to A6 link road.
Unauthorised vehicles using the bus gate were issued with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) from Tuesday, March 1.
Council commits to UK100 Net Zero Pledge
As part of our ambitious plans to tackle climate change, the council has signed a national pledge to beat climate change targets. By signing up to the UK100 Net Zero pledge, we have committed to cut our emissions to net zero by 2030 and those of our residents and businesses by 2038, which is well ahead of the government’s 2050 target.
The UK100 network is made up of 100 councils across the country, which will allow us to work directly with others facing the same climate challenges. Leader of the Council, Cllr Elise Wilson, said: “Sustainability and the environment are top of the council's agenda so I'm pleased that we are signing the UK100 pledge to continue our vital work together with partners and peers in our journey to net-zero, not just to benefit the planet but to also benefit Stockport people too.
“Stockport Council is in a great position to remove carbon from our economy. This is why we are committed to achieving net-zero for our own operations by 2030 and, in line with Greater Manchester, 2038 as a borough. These are ambitious targets that we are striving towards as part of our shared passion to be the front and centre of climate change action.
“We must share and learn from best practices which is why the UK100 network is so essential to ensure the costs of going green leaves nobody behind.”
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One Stockport, One Council - 2022/23 Council Plan published
The council has published its 2022/23 Council Plan.
Our new Council Plan continues to be shaped by our response to the many challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. It also builds on the positives around joint working and collaboration towards our ambitions for a fairer and greener Stockport.
See the Plan by clicking below.
Get ready for Digital Stockport
Next week's Greater Manchester Digital City Festival will gather digital leaders from around the world to address the key challenges as we emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic. The One Stockport Borough Plan challenges Stockport to become a radically digital borough. We've been working together with our partners, businesses and residents to develop a Digital Strategy, which sets out our ambitions and priorities for digital. We invite you to look at the Radically Digital Stockport strategy and give us your feedback.
One of our priorities is for Stockport to be a 100% digitally included borough where no one is left behind or faces inequalities due to their digital situation. So, we're working with the DigiKnow alliance of community groups and organisations to help people who aren't online or would like to improve their digital skills.
In the lead-up to the launch of our Digital Strategy, and with the Greater Manchester Digital City Festival approaching, there's never been a better time to get online. Why not make the most of DigiKnow and find out how you or someone you know can get help to get online or improve your digital skills?
Visit stockport.gov.uk/digiknow or call the DigiKnow Helpline on 07537 127 095 to find out more. Or find a Digital Skills event running next week on our online directory:
Digital Skills Events
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Free monthly information sessions for Stockport parents and carers
Start Well universal virtual offer for families will happen on the first full week of every month starting week beginning 7th March.
These are a great opportunity for Stockport parents to meet our team and receive support to enhance their child’s development. Whatever stage your child is at, there's a session for you!
All the sessions are live and offer advice and tips on supporting all aspects of a child’s development and school readiness.
Staff training means temporary libraries closures for two mornings in March
Due to staff training, all libraries will be closed the morning of Tuesday 8th and Tuesday 15th March. We apologise for the inconvenience caused to residents.
Some libraries are reopening in the afternoon: click below to see the full list and opening times.
While the libraries are closed, why not use our online services from the comfort of your home? Try our Borrowbox service to listen or read eAudiobooks and eBooks from a huge selection, or use Pressreader to read news titles from around the world. They're free to use for all Stockport libraries members.
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Local businesses give their support to Stockroom
Work will soon start on Stockroom, using £14.5m of government money, to create a fantastic new fully accessible arrival point for the town centre, a place to celebrate the rich culture, creativity and diversity of Stockport and a place to spend time exploring with friends and family.
Many Stockport businesses have shown their support for Stockroom and the positive impact it will have on the town centre and their business. Here are just a few of the comments from our town centre business community:
David Freedman, owner of Freedmans formal wear: "As the oldest business in Stockport town centre, we fully support new and innovative developments which will draw people into the town centre."
Tony Murray, owner of Old Town General Store: "Stockroom is a significant development for the town centre. It is the latest sign that Stockport is bouncing back and has a bright future. The council has a real plan to help the residents and town centre business community and you can see it coming together."
Jani Boota, owner of Karam International Traders: "Stockroom will be a stone's throw from our store, and we are delighted that more people will be visiting this area, it will provide a big boost for retail."
Simon Besson, co-owner of Hillgate Cakery: "Our business relies on a strong footfall, and developments like Stockroom will help increase visitors to this area of town."
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 Have your say!
We want to hear your views on all the current consultations and surveys we're running.
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- Let us know about your thoughts and ideas about how we can work together to enable everyone in Stockport to experience better mental health and wellbeing.
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