A new Sainsbury's Local convenience store has opened on Woodford Road in Bramhall, relocating from the previous premises on Village Square. The Village Square store closed earlier this week, with all 17 colleagues now working from the new shop, which was opened on Thursday 23rd Februrary by local … [Read more...]
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Merseyway launch urgent appeal to support local children living in poverty
Merseyway is collaborating with UK charity, Zarach, and the Chelwood Food Bank Plus in Stockport to run an urgent appeal for donations to help provide the necessities for a good night’s sleep for local children who are most in need. Stockport shoppers will be able to donate a variety of bedroom … [Read more...]
Thousands of government jobs have relocated to the North-west
The Cabinet Office has revealed that more than 11,000 government jobs been relocated from London to sites around the UK, including over 2,000 in the North-west. Under the Places for Growth programme, the North-west has seen the most jobs transferred out of the capital, with 2,100 civil servants … [Read more...]
Rail links restored after damage to power lines in Cheadle Hulme
Normal rail service has resumed in Stockport after power lines above the tracks at Cheadle Hulme sustained damage on Tuesday 21st February. Damage to 25,000 volt overhead cables which supply power to electric trains travelling in and out of Stockport through Cheadle Hulme, affecting services run … [Read more...]
HMRC reminds businesses about new VAT penalties and interest payments
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding VAT registered businesses to file their returns and pay on time following the introduction of a new penalties system. The late payment penalties and points-based late submission penalties were introduced from 1 January 2023, replacing the VAT default … [Read more...]
First-of-its-kind electricity system developed in the North-west to be rolled out nationally
A first-of-its-kind electricity system pioneered by Stockport based Electricity North West is set to be rolled-out nationwide, potentially saving energy customers £1 billion a year. Developed by regional electricity network operator, Electricity North West, the system known as CLASS, helps … [Read more...]
Stockport retirement scheme welcomes developer’s 1000th homeowner
The Woodlands retirement community in Heaton Mersey, Stockport has welcomed the 1000th homeowner for developer, Adlington Retirement Living. The family owned and run business has launched 15 successful Integrated Retirement Communities since it was established in 2009 across the North West, … [Read more...]
Record numbers of women launched businesses in 2022
2022 saw the number of women starting their own businesses reach record levels in the UK, according to the Alison Rose Review, an annual report into female entrepreneurship led by NatWest CEO, Alison Rose. The annual review was first commissioned by government in 2019 to explore why fewer women … [Read more...]
Poynton Relief Road to open to traffic from March 6th
The Poynton Relief Road is to open to traffic from Monday 6th March, after construction on the bypass began in Autumn 2020. A ceremony to mark the completion of the £53 million route will take place on 3rd March, when a cycle and footway will open to cyclists and pedestrians, with motor vehicles … [Read more...]
70 new jobs to be created at Cheadle fintech
Cheadle fintech firm, Conferma Pay, has announced plans to recruit for 70 new jobs in 2023 as part of ambitious growth plans. The roles are predominantly hybrid positions at the Cheadle head office in addition to a small number at offices overseas and follow the company's recent acquisition by … [Read more...]
Stockport secures further funding for Changing Places accessible toilets
Three new Changing Places Toilets (CPTs) will be installed in Stockport following the award of government funding. Stockport has received £167,000 from the Changing Places Fund Round 2 to install the accessible toilets at three locations in the borough: Reddish Vale Country Park and Cheadle and … [Read more...]
Citizens Advice Stockport provided 73% more support in January 2023
Citizens Advice Stockport has revealed it helped 709 local residents with support this January, an increase of 73% compared to January 2022. The charity has reported unwelcome record demand in 2022 for its support for cost-of-living related issues, particularly compared to previous years. In … [Read more...]
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