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More jobs, better transport connections, science investment and a better quality of life are at the heart of the long term economic plan for the north-west as announced by The Prime Minister and Chancellor yesterday, (8 January 2015). They set out their six-point long-term economic plan for the … [Read more...]

This year will play host to the UK general election, and over the next few months we should all brace ourselves for an avalanche of news, argument and raised voices over the issue of employment law, as the main parties jockey for position, trying to win the affections of the UK electorate and … [Read more...]

Following on from a fantastic 2014, in which, on average, a pint of Robinsons’ seasonal ale was enjoyed every minute, the Stockport based brewer has announced five specially created ales which are available for a limited time. Available throughout January and February, Voodoo Dawn, a … [Read more...]

Greater Manchester can expect to gain 110,000 new jobs over next decade according to a report out today published by New Economy Manchester Estimates of how Greater Manchester’s jobs market will develop over the next ten years have received an upward revision by academic professionals … [Read more...]

Stockport residents are being encouraged to take up the Dry January challenge, and give up alcohol for 31 days after the festive period. Dry January participants can also sign-up to a brand new online game, and access a wealth of support and knowledge to help monitor their progress throughout the … [Read more...]

Stockport residents are being encouraged to get vaccinated against the flu, following recent reports of outbreak cases across the UK. Stockport Council, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust and NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group, want to remind everyone that influenza viruses circulate and … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport Group (MAG) Property has jointly submitted a planning application with Stoford, a leading logistics property specialist, for the creation of a 260,000 sq ft logistics unit at Airport City Manchester, the flagship Enterprise Zone development. Stoford is working on behalf of an … [Read more...]

To spread some festive cheer, passengers at Manchester Airport were greeted with a Christmas surprise, as 500 mystery boxes were located in Terminal One baggage reclaim, all filled with prizes. 250 boxes had a golden ticket and allowed passengers to help themselves to a range of luxury goods … [Read more...]