The Government has doubled the housebuilding target for Stockport, weakened the protections on a third of our precious green belt, and is forcing the Council through Ministerial Directives and threats to adopt a Local Plan which will let developers target green belt first.
We oppose this government’s ‘developers charter’ and need your voice. Do you agree with us that the green spaces that make our area special need to be preserved, and new housing should first be built on brownfield sites, after the infrastructure is provided with schools, improved transport, and GP places guaranteed? Help us send a message to Government and make Labour listen to local people.
Find our more about the local plan on our frequently asked questions page.
Do you agree with us that the green belt needs to be preserved, brownfield sites prioritised, and schools, transport, and GP places guaranteed?
I first saw Oasis in Lille, France in 1994 a couple of months after the release of their debut album, Definitely Maybe and was fortunate enough to repeat the trick a year later when the band performed at the small but hugely atmospheric Botanique venue.
Residents can now enjoy a new night-time bus service, and the UEA pharmacy returns under new ownership.
The government’s announcement that it intends to cut Winter Fuel Payments for all but the lowest income pensioners has caused widespread alarm.
Jonathan Aibi said “The child benefit cap means families don't get financial support for more than two children. It is unfair and cruel.
Residents and local businesses in Borough Market have won a lengthy dispute with the council, as it reverses its decision to permanently close Stoney St to vehicles. The compromise was brokered by local Lib Dem Cllrs
Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has announced his party is tabling a motion to block the government’s proposed cut to Winter Fuel Payments this week.