The British Business Bank will commit up £150 million capital to a new fund to support high-growth businesses across the North of England. Announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey, the Northern scale-up fund will provide larger scale investment to innovative businesses seeking … [Read more...]
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Expert Opinion: Are you using AI in the workplace safely?
As AI tools become an increasingly everyday part of a modern workplace, the Hallidays HR team explains the importance of having policies in place to ensure it is used appropriately. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday working life. From drafting emails to summarising … [Read more...]
Two in five employers unaware of upcoming sexual harassment law changes, warns Acas
A new survey commissioned by Acas has found that over two in five employers (41%) are unaware of upcoming changes to employment law to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The Employment Rights Act 2025 strengthens the law on sexual harassment from 30 October 2026 when employers will need … [Read more...]
UK businesses secure full access to global trading bloc
British businesses can now access enhanced opportunities in economies in the Americas and Asia-Pacific regions worth almost a combined £10 trillion, as the UK's membership of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is ratified by members. The UK signed … [Read more...]
First young people begin work under Jobs Guarantee scheme
The first cohort of young people have started work through the Government's Jobs Guarantee scheme as part of work to address high youth unemployment. The scheme sees Government match 18 to 24 year-olds who have been claiming Universal Credit for 18 months with paid work placements. Placements are … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Beware the Autumn cashflow crisis
UK accountancy and advisory firm Azets has warned that SMEs across the North West could face ‘an Autumn cashflow crisis’ if they don’t prepare properly for key October tax deadlines. Praveen Gupta, UK Head of Tax at the business that has offices across the North West including in Stockport, said … [Read more...]
UK Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs message to the PM: “Stop the Creep of Taxes on Wealth Creators”
For businesses looking to grow, invest and create jobs, the cost of doing business is an increasingly important consideration. Rising taxes, changes to business incentives and reductions in entrepreneurial relief can all influence decisions about investment, expansion and succession – particularly … [Read more...]
Good Employment Charter to recognise positive workplace culture across Greater Manchester
Workers and employers in Stockport and across Greater Manchester are being asked to share their thoughts on plans for the city-region's Good Employment Charter to recognise organisations that go beyond good employment standards to create a positive workplace culture. Since launching in 2019, the … [Read more...]
New report reveals economic impact of Manchester Airport’s second runway after 25 years
A new report has revealed how the construction of a second runway at Manchester Airport has driven foreign investment, exports and academic progress across the North over the past 25 years. The study, available in full here, by economic consultants Metro Dynamics, A Route to Growth for the North, … [Read more...]
Increasing energy bills drove inflation to 2.9% in July
Inflation rose to 2.9% in July, its highest level in four months, according to the latest Consumer Price Index published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The latest increase has largely been driven by increased energy costs as a result of the ongoing conflict in Iran and its impact of … [Read more...]
Azets explains July corporate insolvency figures
There were 1,931 corporate insolvencies in July 2026. This was an increase of 4.5% compared to June 2026 (1,847) and a 4.9% decrease compared to July 2025 (2,031). Jonathan Amor, Restructuring and Insolvency Partner at international accountancy and business advisory group Azets, explains the … [Read more...]
Manufacturers urged to check eligibility for support with electricity costs
Stockport-based IN Accountancy is urging businesses to assess their eligibility for an upcoming government scheme to support them with high electricity costs. The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) is set to begin in April 2027 to support manufacturers across Great Britain with high … [Read more...]
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