Stockport
Americannoun
noun
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a town in NW England, in Stockport unitary authority, Greater Manchester: an early textile centre and scene of several labour disturbances in the early 19th century; engineering, electronics. Pop: 136 082 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 282 500 (2003 est). Area: 126 sq km (49 sq miles)
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A 30-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were held near Stockport, Greater Manchester, and remain in custody after officers were given further time to question them.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
The Wigan-born councillor, who represents Hazel Grove in Stockport, will stand in the contest in the Greater Manchester constituency on Thursday 18 June.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
His curling effort from inside the box gave Stockport the lead in their second leg win over Stevenage at Edgeley Park as they progressed 3-0 on aggregate.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
The Liberal Democrats picked up seats in Portsmouth, Stockport and Sutton, but lost control of Hull council.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Maddie’s faith in humanity was restored and she pushed her way out of the crowd and set off down the cobbled back lanes of Stockport.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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