Stockport businesses across all industries are invited to develop their workforce with management masterclasses, following additional funding being secured for the programme. Training provider Instep UK, with the backing of Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the UK Shared Prosperity … [Read more...]
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New support programme launched for Stockport creative businesses and entrepreneurs
Digital technology skills and training provider, IN4 Group, is launching a new support programme, Stockport Creative Campus, for the borough's entrepreneurs. The Stockport Creative Campus programme starts on Feb 8th for 8 weeks of hybrid delivery, providing workshops, ample networking and expert … [Read more...]
New legislation to introduce digital labelling for imports
Following a consultation on its Product Safety Review, the government has announced new legislation to introduce digital labelling on imports. Digital labelling will allow British businesses to put regulatory and manufacturing information online, rather than printed onto products, when importing … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Tech trends shaping CX in 2024
CX director at customer experience specialists, insight6, Chris Lowe, explores the emerging technologies and tech trends that are changing CX in 2024. The customer experience (CX) is undergoing a profound transformation. The integration of generative AI in marketing technology, as highlighted … [Read more...]
3.8 million Self Assessment returns still to be filed a week before deadline
With just one week to go before the 31st January Self Assessment deadline, HMRC estimates that 3.8 million are risking a £100 penalty if they do not file their tax return in time. HMRC is anticipating more than 12.1 million Self Assessment tax returns to be filed for the 2022-23 tax year, along … [Read more...]
New appointments for Stockport BID company
Stockport town centre's Business Improvement District (BID) company, Totally Stockport, has started 2024 with the confirmation of new appointments, and a new office. As Totally Stockport matures into its second term, its board have opted to bring in more experience and uplift previous members of … [Read more...]
Budding Stockport entrepreneurs invited to begin start-up journey
Support service for self-employed people in Greater Manchester, EnterprisingYou, is hosting an event in Stockport for budding entrepreneurs to start a business. The free event, ‘Launchpad into EnterprisingYou: Igniting your start-up journey’ will take place at Venues@Cornerstone, 2 Edward St, … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester libraries scale up business support project
A business support project run out of libraries across Greater Manchester has been expanded to support entrepreneurs in all 10 boroughs. The 'Build a Business' scheme offers in-person workshops, one-to-one support and connects people to local networking events offering a wealth of expertise to … [Read more...]
Company insolvencies exceeded 25,000 in 2023
Corporate insolvencies exceeded 25,000 for the first time since the 2009 financial crisis in 2023, new December insolvency statistics have shown. Figures also showed that December, typically a quieter month for company insolvencies saw more than 2,000 firms close their doors, surpassing the … [Read more...]
ONS records December uptick in inflation
The Office of National Statistics (ONS) has found that its core measure of inflation, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose slightly in December 2023 to 4%. The slight rise, up from 3.9% in November last year, is the first increase in the rate of inflation seen since February of the same year. … [Read more...]
UK economy grew 0.3% in November 2023
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that the UK economy grew 0.3% in November 2023 according to its latest GDP estimates. Despite the modest growth, UK output is estimated to to have fallen 0.2% in the three months to November 2023 when compared to the previous quarter, with … [Read more...]
Stockport businesses invited to learn more about the King’s Awards for Enterprise
Stockport businesses are being invited to a breakfast networking event, hosted by the Mayor of Stockport, to learn how then can participate in the King's Awards for Enterprise. Taking place on 31st January from 8am to 10am in the Committee Rooms at Stockport Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, … [Read more...]
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