More in common
In a world in which we are once again increasingly focusing on the differences between people, it is important to remind ourselves that we are one species, one humanity. As the late Jo Cox said in her maiden speech to...
News and updates
Doorstep surgery
Another sunny Saturday and another doorstep surgery. Today we spoke to residents of Broadway, Moreton Lane, Hillcrest, Marple Road and the various walks and avenues. Residents raised issues such as speeding, roadworks...
VE Day 80 years on
On May 8th 1945 residents across Manor Celebrated Victory in Europe Day. After 6 years of war it was time to celebrate. Across Stockport today we will be celebrating this important day and remembering those ordinary men...
Stockport Live Well
Councillors Wardlaw, Wild and I attended the Central Neighbourhood Live Well Network this morning. There were representatives of the NHS, local GPs, GMP, Stockport Homes, Stockport Council and a number of other...
Offerton High School Site - Update
Yesterday evening we met with council officers to discuss the old Offerton High. Whilst there is agreement for the buildings to be taken down it we are pushing to accelerate this process. However the most important...
Manor Spring Clean
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 4th week of the Manor Spring Clean litter pick. Today we concentrated on the area along Hall Street between the coop and Victoria Park. Litter picking is only a small part of...
Manor Spring Clean Continues
We did not let the wind get in our way this evening as we continued the Manor Spring Clean. We concentrated in and around the play area and collected 4 bags of cans, bottle and crisps packets. We are out near the coop...
Sue Glithero reselected by Labour
Congratulations to Councillor Sue Glithero, Manor Ward for being selected by our local Labour Party Branch as our candidate for the 2026 local elections. Sue stands up for our residents every day and she is a fantastic...
Central Area Committee 10/04/2025
Last night at the Central Stockport Area Commitee I once again raised my concerns of the councils move to the neighbourhood model. My main concern is that the borough has been split into 7 neighbourhoods, yet 42% of the...
Full Council 03/04/2025
Despite not enjoying public speaking, there are some things that are too important to be left unsaid. Tonight I was really proud to second "Motion for Change: Together Against Violence Towards Women and Girls in...