The ward is represented in Westminster by Mary Robinson MP for Cheadle.
Cheadle Hulme North (Stockport electoral ward)
| Cheadle Hulme North | |
|---|---|
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| UK Parliament | Cheadle |
| Councillors | David Meller (Labour Co-op) Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat) Jilly Julian (Liberal Democrat) |
Who has control of Stockport Council?
The Leader of the Council is usually the Group Leader of the largest political group represented on the council and is usually appointed for 4 years. The current Leader is Councillor Mark Hunter. The Deputy Leader is Councillor Wendy Meikle.
Do you get paid for being a Labour Councillor?
Councillors are not paid a salary for their work, but they do receive allowances. By law, all members of the Council are required to complete a declaration of interest form, the details of which are published annually.
How many Councillors are there in Stockport?
The borough of Stockport is made up of 21 wards with 3 councillors representing each ward. The council is composed of 63 councillors (as of 13 October 2022):
Who is Councillor for Whickham?
Other councillors representing this Ward: Councillor Sonya Hawkins.
Why does Stockport smell?
Behind the trees lining the motorway, sits the Stockport Waste Treatment Works. The vast sewerage plant is largely hidden from view, but the stench it creates sweeps across the motorway, particularly if it’s picked up in a southerly wind.
What is the oldest pub in Stockport?
The Arden Arms, on Millgate, central Stockport, was built in 1815 as a replacement for Ye Blew Stoops pub, a coach inn that dated back to 1650. It is thought to have had a tunnel that ran to nearby St Mary’s Church and is believed to be the oldest pub in central Stockport.
Do councillors get a pension?
If you are a councillor or elected mayor who has left the LGPS, you can take your pension benefits after you reach age 55. You must take your pension benefits before age 75. If you qualified for pension benefits in the LGPS but did not take them when you left the Scheme, you are entitled to deferred benefits.
What is the salary of a local councillor?
The basic annual pay for councillors from 1 April 2022 is £19,571, as set out in The Local Governance (Scotland) Act 2004 (Remuneration) Amendment Regulations 2022.
What is the allowance for a councillor?
The approved basic allowance for 2022/2023 is £11,779 and will increase retrospectively on 1 April 2022 by the Local Government Pay Settlement (LGPS) award applicable for 2022/2023, and be the allowance until the 31 March 2023.
What accent do people from Stockport have?
Manchester accent
Geographical coverage. The Manchester accent is relatively localised, and is usually found in Greater Manchester including the cities of Salford and Manchester and also in the immediately adjacent parts of the boroughs of Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford.
How much does the Mayor of Stockport get paid?
around £67,000 a year
The city’s directly-elected mayor Paul Dennett currently receives around £67,000 a year, and his two deputies are paid around £33,000 each. Members of the council’s cabinet and the wider mayoral team are each entitled to between £10,000 and £15,000 more for their additional duties.
Is Stockport the biggest town in England?
Stockport is one of the biggest towns in Britain – but could it be a city? The borough has a population of around 280,000 and is well known for its iconic and unusual attractions, such as the viaduct and the Hat Works, as well, of course, as its football team.
What is a local ward councillor?
A councillor’s primary role is to represent their ward or division and the people who live in it. Councillors provide a bridge between the community and the council.
Which council is whickham in?
Location details – Whickham Room, Civic Suite, Gateshead Council.
Is a local councillor a MP?
Councillors are different to MPs. Councillors deal with things locally in the Bradford District like schools, housing and care. MP means Member of Parliament. They deal with things that affect the whole country.
Why does Stockport have frogs?
The town first welcomed the amphibious attractions two years ago. Organised by Stockport’s Business Improvement District (BID) – branded as Totally Stockport – the Giant Leap Frog Art Trail attracted thousands of visitors from across the region, and children of all ages had great fun seeking out all 19 giant frogs.
Where does Stockport tap water come from?
We take water from lots of sources. Around half the water we supply comes from moorland reservoirs, a quarter from rivers, and a quarter from underground boreholes and spring sources.
Why does Burton on Trent smell?
A strange malty scent, that I later was informed it is called the “Burton snatch”, which is the distinct aroma of the town’s breweries. It is the eggy smell in Burton that comes from beer.
Why is Stockport so called?
The name Stockport was derived from two Saxon words: STOC – a stockaded place or castle, and PORT – a wood. Literally, a castle in a wood. There is sufficient evidence that a stronghold existed in the vicinity in ancient British times as well as early Roman times.
What is the life expectancy in Stockport?
Life expectancy in Stockport is 79.9 years for men and 83 years for women.