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...]
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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
Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group and formerly IN Accountancy in Stockport, 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 … [Read more...]
Iran war pushing up borrowing costs for North West SMEs, believes Azets specialist
The ongoing war in Iran is pushing up the cost of borrowing for North West SMEs, and may be the final nail in the coffin for some businesses, says a sector specialist from accountancy firm, Azets. Mark Barrie, Head of Debt Advisory at Azets, believes the conflict – which began in February and … [Read more...]
Stockport young professionals invited to connect with others from across the city-region
Future Stockport has partnered with a Greater Manchester-wide networking group to help young professionals in the borough make connections across the city-region. Future Stockport is a networking group with an ambition to support young professionals, living and working in Stockport, to grow their … [Read more...]
436,000 file first quarterly update through Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
More than 436,000 sole traders and landlords have successfully submitted their first quarterly update after Making Tax Digital for Income Tax became mandatory for those with annual incomes over £50,000. Taxpayers who have not yet sent their update can do so now in a few simple steps through … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Re-using a company name after liquidation
Sarah Lee, Partner in Gorvins Solicitors' Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team, explains the rules company directors need to know before re-using a company name after liquidation. When a company enters liquidation, directors are often keen to move on and establish a new business. … [Read more...]
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