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Final funding sees Marple Skatepark spring into action

Life Leisure has stepped in to provide the final piece of funding needed to complete a six-year project to re-develop the Marple Memorial Park skatepark. The improved skatepark offers users of all disciplines (including skateboards, in-line skates, BMX and scooters) the most extensive facilities in … [Read more...]

Local charities to be offered fundraising skills training

Foundation for Social Improvement is to run a two year fundraising skills training programme. The Foundation for Social Improvement (the FSI) has been awarded a grant worth £199,580 to run a two year training programme, helping small, local charities and community groups develop their fundraising … [Read more...]

Wanted: young professional to live rent FREE in Kensington!

A national competition from Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks is offering one lucky winner the chance to live rent free in Kensington for a year! TV presenter and property guru Amanda Lamb and Rick Edwards, the broadcaster and writer, are hosting the competition organised by Studio B, the financial … [Read more...]

Northern Powerhouse Fund first allocation to SMEs

Money has started to flow to businesses as the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund announced its first round of investments. The £400m Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF) has announced the first investments following its launch in February, with more than £240,000 going to four SMEs. The … [Read more...]

Stockport Accountants To Run 10K For The Wellspring

Team mates from a Stockport Accountants will don their running shoes to take part in the Manchester 10K to raise funds for a Stockport charity. The team from Bennett Verby will be running to raise money and awareness for local Stockport charity, The Wellspring. Based in the town centre, The … [Read more...]

HMRC updates support and advice for Self-employed

As part of HMRC support and advice for self-employed workers, the government department has updated their videos, webinars, e-learning, and email communications. First published in December 2014, the latest updates have been posted offering help and support from HM Revenue and … [Read more...]

Vernon Building Society profits up by 8%

Stockport's Vernon Building Society has returned profits of £1.3m, up 8% year-on-year, in spite of a difficult market. The Society helped 250 home buyers in 2016, including 26 first-time buyers. Mike Hanson, Chief Executive of the Vernon, said, “The changing market leads to more complex … [Read more...]

Hallidays release financial tips on April Newswire

Hallidays April newswire, designed to keep you informed of the latest business and tax issues, includes a look at changes to the flat rate vat scheme, rise to the minimum wage the launch of the Lifetime ISA. Stockport based Hallidays - 'more than just accountants' - recently acquired Edmondson … [Read more...]

One month left to spend your paper £5 notes

The Bank of England will be withdrawing legal tender status of the paper £5 note, featuring Elizabeth Fry, on 5 May 2017. The Bank are encouraging anyone who still has paper £5 notes to spend them over the next month. Over 50% of all Fry fivers have already been returned to us to be destroyed, … [Read more...]

Workers set to benefit from increase to Personal Allowance

Millions of workers will benefit from an increase to Personal Allowance and a Higher Rate Threshold from 6 April. Workers across the UK will see their take home pay increase when an increase to Personal Allowance and Higher Rate Threshold are increased from 6 April. This will cut income … [Read more...]

Hallidays acquires Edmondson & Co as growth continues

Hallidays growth continues as the Stockport accountants announce the acquisition of Edmondson & Co. Paul Edmondson of Edmondson & Co., Hazel Grove, has joined Hallidays who are based at Kings Reach, Stockport, bringing with him a portfolio of over 100 small and medium clients. Paul … [Read more...]

British Businesses Boosted by April Tax Changes

Millions of businesses across the UK will benefit from new tax measures coming into effect from this month, including a £9 billion cut in business rates, a further reduction in corporation tax to 19% and a continued fuel duty freeze. Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Jane Ellison said: "We’re … [Read more...]