With the school holidays fast approaching, Stockport is gearing up for one of its biggest ever summer programmes – packed with events, activities and creative days out for families across the borough. From beach days and museum adventures to creative workshops and outdoor play, the summer-long … [Read more...]
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Smart Works brings fashion sale to Hat Works
Women’s employment charity, Smart Works Greater Manchester, will hold a pop up summer fashion sale, hosted by Arc at Hat Works. Taking place on Friday 1st And Saturday 2nd August at Stockport's iconic Hat Works from 10am to 4pm, the one-of-a-kind shopping event gives local people the chance to … [Read more...]
UK inflation rises further to 3.6%
UK inflation rose in June to 3.6%, latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the Office of National Statistics, and follows a previous rise in May's data. The increase in inflation has been driven principally by a slowdown in price falls for motor fuel and the third consecutive month of food … [Read more...]
Japanese manufacturer to make £100 million investment in Greater Manchester operations
Electronics manufacturer, Astemo, has become the latest Japanese firm to make a major investment in operations in Greater Manchester with the announcement of a £100 million boost for their Horwich site. The significant investment follows a recent trade mission by Greater Manchester leaders to … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels announces duo of solicitor promotions
Stockport and Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, has announced promotions to solicitor for two colleagues, Clarize Coertze and Anna Thompson, following their recent qualifications. Clarize (left) joined SAS Daniels in August 2022, shortly after relocating from South Africa to the UK. She holds a BA … [Read more...]
Merseyway calls for school clothing donations ahead of return of Pop-Up Uniform Shop
Stockport's Merseyway Shopping Centre is calling on shoppers to support local families by donating good-quality, secondhand school uniforms that can be resold in its popular Pop-Up Uniform Shop ahead of the new school year. From Monday 21st July – Monday 4th August, a donation bin will be … [Read more...]
Electric Car Grant scheme aims to boost uptake of zero-emission vehicles
The UK Government has announced a £650 million Electric Car Grant scheme, worth up to £3,750 per car, to reduce costs of new zero-emission vehicles. The scheme for car manufacturers aims to close the gap in pricing between electric and petrol and diesel cars and enable more people to be able to … [Read more...]
Stockport County launches new website
Stockport County has launched a brand-new website, developed in partnership with North West-based agency, Urban Zoo, in a significant step forward in the club's digital strategy. The new website has been built on Urban Zoo's Gamechanger platform and designed specifically with football fans in … [Read more...]
More passengers heading Stateside, finds Manchester Airport
Statistical analysis for Manchester Airport has shown a rise in the number of passengers travelling to and from the United States, and a concurrent boost to the regional economy in the North. Direct passengers between Manchester and the US were up 10% year-on-year in 2024, with 931,000 taking … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester cultural and community projects awarded £300,000 grant funding
Eight cultural projects across the city-region have secured a share of £300,000 from Greater Manchester Combined Authority's (GMCA) Collaborate fund. The fund aims to support organisations and individuals work together in new and innovative ways to strengthen Greater Manchester’s cultural sector. … [Read more...]
Shortlist revealed for the 2025 Stockport Business Awards
Founders, main sponsors and organisers, CN Chartered Accountants, have announced the shortlist for the 2025 Stockport Business Awards. Over 100 entries across the 11 categories were received for this year’s awards and the judging took place on Friday 4th July. This year's judging panel consisted … [Read more...]
Video highlights how Stockport is leading the way in Greater Manchester’s new 10-year vision
As Greater Manchester's Mayor sets out a bold new vision for the region’s future, a dynamic new video highlights how Stockport is leading the way, featuring local legal expert Katie Hodson of SAS Daniels LLP. At the launch of the Greater Manchester Strategy 2025–2035, Mayor Andy Burnham … [Read more...]
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