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SCHEME OFFERS HELP TO STOCKPORT FIRST-TIME BUYERS

Stockport Council is drawing up plans to help first-time buyers and give the housing market a boost with a proposed new mortgage scheme. The Council is currently considering proposals for the introduction of a ‘Local Authority Mortgage Scheme’ (LAMS) to assist first-time buyers … [Read more...]

FOOTBALL BOOSTS GREATER MANCHESTER VISITOR ECONOMY

The latest Manchester Monitor – a snapshot of the economic wellbeing of the region – highlights a number of positive trends in terms of Greater Manchester’s visitor economy, against the backdrop of continuing stagnation in the property and jobs market. The analysis of the … [Read more...]

DOOR RE-OPENS FOR ENERGY SAVINGS IN STOCKPORT

Stockport residents who missed out on a chance for a share of a £3m energy savings scheme have another opportunity from today, (Monday March 4th) to get a better deal. Over 35,000 Greater Manchester residents signed up to the GM Fair Energy scheme in January - more than any other energy … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT ROADWORKS UPDATE FOR MONDAY 4th MARCH

Below is a list of the roadworks affecting motorists today, Monday 4th March in Stockport: Temporary two way traffic signals will be in use on The Broadway in Bredbury to allow carriage resurfacing work to be carried out. The work will take place between 4th and 5th March. Temporary two way … [Read more...]

NEW OFFICERS SUPPORT MyGMP

The latest recruits to  join Greater Manchester Police have spoken about what they want to bring to help make communities safer.  Officers took part in a ceremony, called an attestation, to swear in new officers and provide them with their warrant cards so they can go on the … [Read more...]

CHARITY WALK RAISES £2,000 IN MEMORY OF MURDERED POLICE WOMEN

A charity walk around Greater Manchester in memory of two police officers killed on duty has raised £2,000. PCs Fiona Bone, 32, and Nicola Hughes, 23, were shot in Hattersley on 18 September at a suspected burglary.  Ten officers, from Tameside and Oldham Division, began the 110 mile … [Read more...]

ROYAL MAIL ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO PRICING

Following a public consultation announced in December, Royal Mail are making changes to their parcels range. The changes for consumers, and business customers paying with stamps, smartstamp, online postage and franking, should be easier to understand and improve choice, says Royal Mail. From … [Read more...]

MANCHESTER AIRPORT GROUP IS ALL CHECKED IN AT STANSTEAD AIRPORT

M.A.G today announced the completion of its acquisition of Stansted Airport. As part of the transaction, Industry Funds Management (IFM) has taken a 35.5% equity interest in the enlarged group. M.A.G has a detailed integration plan in place to ensure a seamless transition of ownership and … [Read more...]

VIRGIN ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF ‘LITTLE RED’ TO LONDON

Virgin Atlantic has unveiled details of its UK domestic service, including that the operation is called Little Red.  It will launch on 31 March in Manchester, 5 April in Edinburgh and 9 April in Aberdeen, providing a total of 26 daily services to Heathrow airport. Virgin won key … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY EVENT

Stockport Council is supporting an International Women’s Day Conference in Stockport. Organised by Ebony & Ivory Community Organisation, the free event takes place at the Stockport Masonic Guildhall on Friday 15th March, 9.30am-3.30pm. With a theme of ‘inspirations and … [Read more...]