Stockport businesses are being given direct, one to one access to global market entry experts as part of a new support initiative designed to help them tap into billions of pounds worth of export opportunities. Delivered by GM Business Growth Hub in partnership with the Department for Business … [Read more...]
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New Stockport 10K to bring runners together at Edgeley Park
Stockport County Community Trust is supporting the Stockport 10K, a brand-new closed-road race that will raise vital funds for the Trust's free community health programmes. Organised by RunThrough, in partnership with Vitality, the event will start at 9:00am, Sunday 19 July 2026, on Hardcastle … [Read more...]
Greater Devolution and No.10 North backbone of Burnham’s promise for change
This morning former Greater Manchester Mayor, on the brink of becoming UK’s next Prime Minister, delivered his 10-year mission, laying out his priorities for growth and regeneration from The People’s History Museum in Manchester. In terms of investment and growth, Manchester has been … [Read more...]
Youth Jobs Grant scheme opens to support businesses to recruit more young people
From 30th June, businesses will be able to access the Youth Jobs Grant to support them to recruit young people who have been out of work for six months with grants of £3,000 per person. The grant scheme is expected to support up to 60,000 people aged 18 to 24 to take their first steps into work … [Read more...]
70% businesses fear economic uncertainty most, finds Azets Barometer
The findings of the Q2 2026 Azets Barometer showed that economic uncertainty was the biggest concern over the next year for nearly 70% (69%) of respondents. For the quarterly Barometer, nearly 450 (442) UK senior decision-makers were surveyed by Azets, which has offices across the North West … [Read more...]
Vernon Building Society cuts self-build mortgage rates
Stockport's Vernon Building Society has reduced the pricing across its entire self-build mortgage range by 0.15%, making its specialist lending offer more competitive for customers. The change applies across the Vernon’s self-build products and reflects the Society’s commitment to … [Read more...]
Cornerstone becomes a new Live Well space
Following the roll out of Live Well spaces in libraries across Stockport, Stockport Homes' head office building, Cornerstone, is now also a place where borough residents can access support. Based on Edward Street in the town centre, the new Live Well space builds on support already available and … [Read more...]
‘Drop-in’ chest x-ray service launches in Stockport
A new easy access service has been rolled out in Stockport allowing people experiencing lung symptoms to have a chest x-ray, without needing to see a GP or book an appointment. Supported by the Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance and Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, the service aims to help detect … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester economy remains resilient, finds Chamber survey
Greater Manchester’s economy continues to see a low level of growth but has avoided recession and remains resilient, according to the figures from Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce’s latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES). Subrahmaniam Krishnan-Harihara, Director of Business Policy and … [Read more...]
Robinsons Brewery backs campaign to lower VAT for hospitality sector
Stockport-based Robinsons Brewery has given its backing to a campaign to lower VAT for the hospitality sector to 10% by printing the messaging on the back of five of their lorries. The VAT's the Problem campaign, led by Michelin-starred chef and publican Tom Kerridge, has so far gathered more … [Read more...]
Stockport energy business secures £500,000 growth loan
Stockport-based energy optimisation business, Powerhub, has secured a £500,000 growth loan from investor, River Capital through its North West Business Growth Loan Fund. The funding will support Powerhub's continued growth trajectory as the business looks to establish itself as a leading provider … [Read more...]
Northern shows improvement in findings of Rail Customer Experience Survey
Train operator Northern has seen significant improvement in its customer satisfaction, according to the findings of the latest Transport Focus Rail Customer Experience Survey. After being the bottom of the rankings of UK rail operators in last year's survey, implementation of its 'Creating … [Read more...]
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