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LATEST STOCKPORT EXPRESS – OUT NOW

This weeks business pages feature the Stockport Business Awards 'Award for Innovation' sponsored by Marketing Stockport; Export opportunities with South Manchester International Trade Forum; Royal Awards for Stockport's successful business; Taiwan buys MAN engines; Sarah Storey opens pal's shop; RBS … [Read more...]

UK ECONOMY GREW 0.8 PERCENT IN Q1 OF 2104

Latest figures released by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) have shown that the UK economy grew by 0.8% in the first quarter of 2014 compared with the final quarter of 2013 which showed growth of 0.7% Change in gross domestic product (GDP) is the main indicator of economic growth and … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT LIFE AS A CHILDLINE VOLUNTEER

The University Centre students at Stockport College gained an insight into the work behind UK’s helpline dedicated to protecting children. Lindsay Kendrick a volunteer co-ordinator for Childline/NSPCC spoke to BA (Hons) Health and Social Care and BA (Hons) Childhood Studies students about … [Read more...]

SEASHELL TRUST CELEBRATING 60 YEARS WITH 60 MILE CYCLE CHALLENGE

The Seashell Trust is celebrating 60 years at its Cheadle Hulme campus with a 60-mile cycle challenge.  The route will take in glorious Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire countryside, with 15 and 30-mile courses for those with less stamina. Dominic Tinner, from the charity for profoundly … [Read more...]

LEAVING THE EU POSES "VERY SIGNIFICANT RISKS" TO UK’s FUTURE

Two new reports commissioned by independent financial services membership body, TheCityUK show that leaving the European Union poses significant risks to Britain's future. This latest research suggests that exiting the EU would undermine Britain's economic well-being and the ability of business to … [Read more...]

UK RECOVERY REMAINS SOLID ACCORDING TO CBI LATEST REPORT

Economic growth continued to gather pace in April, alongside predictions of even stronger growth in the next quarter, according to the latest CBI Growth Indicator, out today. Output rose from the eight-month low recorded in the previous month, and remains well above average, indicating that the … [Read more...]

WALTHEW HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED PLEASE!

Stockport based charity Walthew House is urgently in need of volunteers for 2 important fundraising events. As a charity they are reliant upon the success of their events to provide much needed funds and are desparately looking for volunteers to help at their popular Stockport Beer & Cider … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT EXPRESS – LATEST BUSINESS NEWS

Business news from this week's Stockport Express includes Stockport Business Awards - a boost for local business; legal eagles win Booth Ainsworth Annual Quiz; Speed dating event to connect businesses with charities; Stockport is feeling good, says Marketing Stockport members; BrightSparks can … [Read more...]

APRIL 2014 STOCKPORT BUSINESS REVIEW

The April 2014 Stockport Business Review, produced by Stockport Council, has local business and events. The Review provides information including details on networking events, business funding schemes, business support initiatives and much more.  Download a copy  HERE … [Read more...]