Worker Bee Markets, which runs regular craft markets in Stockport's village centres, has launched its first awards for the borough's artisans. The Worker Bee Artisan Awards are aimed at microbusinesses who live, produce and sell in SK postcodes and offer cash prizes and mentoring to help local … [Read more...]
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Greater Manchester well-placed to access economic benefits of its older generation
A report by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the International Longevity Centre (ILC) into the older generations has shown that the city-region can benefit from an ageing population. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates that the number of over 50s will increase by … [Read more...]
Manchester to lead in job creation up to 2023
Image credit : Tecmark Manchester is expected to lead in economic performance, particularly in job creation, into 2023 according to accountancy firm EY’s annual Regional Economic Forecast. The city is expected to create over 25,000 new jobs in the next three years, a rise of 1.4%, with … [Read more...]
New Chancellor reconfirms date of 2020 budget
Following his appointment after Sajid Javid's resignation, the UK's new Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that the date of the government's 2020 Budget statement will remain unchanged. In a Twitter post, Mr Sunak confirmed that the Budget would take place as planned on 11th March 2020. … [Read more...]
2020 budget offers chance to invest in UK regions
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI), which represents 190,000 UK businesses, has called on Chancellor Sajid Javid to use the 2020 Budget on March 11th to support the UK’s regions. The CBI outlined that as the start of 2020 has seen a surge in business confidence, Sajid Javid should use … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Why Customer Journey Mapping is vital for improving CX
Customer Journey Mapping, identifying every customer touchpoint and examining how they feel at each point in the process is a key tool in improving the experience customers have of your business. CX specialists Insight6 share six reasons why customer journey mapping is vital for improving the … [Read more...]
British Business Investments commits £50 million to fund supporting small businesses in the North
British Business Investments, part of the British Business Bank, has announced a commitment of £50 million to support Manchester based Tosca Debt Capital’s (TDC) fund supporting small businesses in the North of England. TDC’s fund will focus on funding regional businesses across all sectors, and … [Read more...]
Total value of North West’s listed companies grows by £6.4 billion
Listed companies in the North West increased their total value by £6.4 billion in the final three months of 2019, according to professional services firm Deloitte, the second largest quarterly increase since 2015. Deloitte’s findings indicate businesses in the North West included in the FTSE100, … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Co-operative Commission recommends greater support for the sector
A report by the Greater Manchester Co-operative Commission has recommended further support for the sector can bring greater economic and social benefits to the city-region. The commission has recommended Greater Manchester becomes a dedicated Co-operative Zone, and offers dedicated advice and … [Read more...]
300 North West manufacturing SMEs benefiting from Made Smarter pilot
300 manufacturing SMEs in the North West are benefiting from funding, support and advice on how they can use new digital technology, as part of the Made Smarter programme. The Made Smarter project is being piloted in the North West and aims to educate and support SME manufacturing companies on … [Read more...]
C&C create specialist Private Clients Division
In recognition of the specialist service offered by their in-house team, Stockport’s head-quartered C&C Insurance Brokers Limited have rebranded their personal lines division to C&C Private Clients division at their head office in Romiley providing specialist insurance cover to high-net … [Read more...]
Regional inequality should be addressed in 2020 Budget, says KPMG report
Greater investment in the UK’s regions is needed in the upcoming 2020 Budget to tackle regional inequality, according to a KPMG report which cites the successes of Greater Manchester’s devolution. The report suggests that infrastructure investment, particularly in transport and digital … [Read more...]
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