February GDP figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) have shown that the UK economy grew 0.5%, significantly faster growth than had been predicted. Growth was driven by increased output of both services (0.3% growth) and production (1.5% growth), with construction output the same as … [Read more...]
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Oddfellows On The Park celebrates eighth anniversary with launch of new gin
Stockport boutique hotel, Oddfellows On The Park, is celebrating its eighth anniversary with the launch of a distinctive new offering: the Oddfellows Cut Gin. Developed in partnership with Spirit of Manchester Distillery, this premium gin embodiesthe spirit of creativity and collaboration that … [Read more...]
Applications open for Foundational Economy Innovation Fund grants
The GMCA’s Foundational Economy Innovation Fund is now open for applications for grants of up to £11,000 to support projects addressing major challenges facing the sector. The foundational economy is an umbrella term that includes a range of sectors that supply essential goods and services. … [Read more...]
Stockport streets awarded top UK ‘Child-Friendly Place’ title
A project that brought ‘child’s play’ to streets in the heart of a Stockport community has won a national award. The A Child’s Eye View and Portable Playtime schemes have been in place in Edgeley since March 2024, as part of the ‘On The Way Play SK’, a collaboration between Stockport Council, … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Digital Spring cleaning for your business
Stockport IT service provider, CTRL-S explains how digital Spring cleaning can help make your business more efficient and secure. Spring has finally arrived, and with it comes inspiration for many to declutter their homes. Clearing out the old and making space for the new is just as beneficial … [Read more...]
Marple, Gatley and Bramhall named in top 10 best places to live in England and Wales list
Three Stockport district centres, Marple, Gatley and Bramhall, have been named among the top 10 best places to live in England and Wales. The latest 'Best Places to Live 2025' rankings by Garrington Property Finders, celebrate locations that combine quality of life, access to green space, … [Read more...]
Business Enterprise Fund injects £50 million in Start Up Loan funding for Northern entrepreneurs
Business Enterprise Fund, a partner for the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans scheme, has provided Northern businesses with over 4,500 loans through the programme, totalling more than £50 million. Through Start Up Loans, Business Enterprise Fund has supported the founders of smaller … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport has busiest day of the year ahead of Easter getaways
Manchester Airport has experienced its busiest day of 2025 so far as it gears up to serve around 1.7 million passengers during the Easter holidays from 4th to 21st April. Friday 4th April saw 107,000 passengers travel through the UK's global gateway in the North, with those numbers are set to be … [Read more...]
SJS Smith Jewellery rebrands as Stockport Jewellery School
SJS Smith Jewellery, founded in 2017 by silversmith Sam Smith, has rebranded as Stockport Jewellery School to better represent its core mission—teaching the art of jewellery making. What started as a series of pop-up workshops at various locations has grown into a thriving creative hub. After … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust hosts local NHS staff at third County Tackles Cancer event
Stockport NHS cancer staff joined Stockport County Community Trust as it held its third County Tackles Cancer event at Edgeley Park, for the start of Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Grant funding from voluntary sector organisation Answer Cancer enabled Stockport County Community Trust to host a … [Read more...]
The Post Office to franchise 108 directly managed branches
The Post Office has confirmed it will seek to franchise its 108 directly managed branches, including the Post Office in Stockport town centre. The ambition for the Post Office to close its Crown Post Offices and shift to a fully franchised model was first set out in Autumn 2024, and a Board … [Read more...]
CMA gains new powers to enforce consumer protections
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has gained new powers to enforce consumer protections as new rules for trading online take effect. New consumer protections set out in the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) include an explicit ban on posting and commissioning … [Read more...]
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