Scrutiny that actually bites
I will challenge decisions and keep asking the questions residents would ask if they were in the room.
Cheadle West and Gatley
Challenging the narrative, demanding transparency.
A simple landing page so residents can book a session, complete the residents survey, and get in touch.
Local elections matter
The next general election is still three years away. But the decisions that affect everyday life here are being made right now at Stockport Council.
Local elections have been postponed for at least a year in 29 areas across England, affecting around four million voters. Here in Cheadle, our local elections are going ahead on Thursday 7 May 2026.
A note for residents of Cheadle West and Gatley: I am here to listen. Use the links below to have your say.
VOTE PENNY DAVIS
About Penny
Hi, I am Penny Davis, known locally as Penny Dee. I have lived here since 1998 and I still live and work in the heart of Cheadle.
Like many of you, I see the leaflets coming through the door. Same points, year after year. Most people only have a few seconds, so here is the straight version.
Stockport Council is led by the Liberal Democrats, and the local MP seat is also held by the Liberal Democrats.
When the same voices dominate for too long, you get drift. Questions get softer. Decisions get made with less scrutiny. Residents end up paying the price.
The council is looking for £20 million in savings to balance the books. Council tax and charges keep rising. Services feel stretched.
I will do everything in my power to speak up for this ward, challenge poor decisions, demand transparency, and advocate relentlessly for Cheadle West and Gatley.
We do not need to wait for Westminster to change things. We can bring fresh scrutiny into the room now.
Top priorities
Straight answers on the money
The council is looking for £20 million in savings. Residents deserve plain English on what is being cut, what is being protected, and why.
A high street that stays alive
Independents and community pubs create local jobs, including first jobs for school leavers. When they close, they rarely return.
Jobs and transport that join up
Opportunity only counts if people can reach it. Local jobs, reliable links, and clear planning must work together.
The train station. Clarity, updates, timelines
Residents deserve a straightforward update on the long awaited train station. What is the latest position. What is the timeline. What are the blockers. Who is responsible for removing them.
I really do want to hear from you
HAVE YOUR SAY.
Friday 13 March 2026, 16:00 to 18:00
The Red Lion Pub, Stockport Road, Cheadle. Drop by any time between 16:00 and 18:00.
Saturday 14 March 2026
Gatley. Listen and Talk at a private residence.
Free to attend, but please book a ticket so we can plan for numbers.
Residents survey
If you cannot make it to either session, you can still have your say by completing my quick online survey, or emailing me. It takes a couple of minutes and it helps me focus on what matters to you.
In a polarised world of algorithms and doomscrolling, let us talk properly and get a real dialogue going.