Jamie Swaby (L) and Ben Horrigan (R), from digital media creators Studio 91, have challenged themselves to run the Great Manchester Run to raise funds for St Ann's Hospice. The pair are hoping to raise £1,000 for the Heald Green hospice charity by running the half marathon across the city-region … [Read more...]
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Expert Opinion: Responding to Subject Access Requests
With Data Privacy Day taking place on the 28th January, Hallidays HR explains what businesses need to know when responding to Subject Access Requests (SAR). In recent months, there has been a rise in Subject Access Requests (known as SARs). As you have a legal duty to respond, it is important to … [Read more...]
Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has voted to once again increase interest rates, with the Bank's base rate now set at 4%. The latest rate rise is the tenth consecutive increase announced by economists at the UK's central bank, which is continuing to use its power over … [Read more...]
505 Stockport businesses have benefited from Start Up Loans scheme
The Start Up Loans programme, delivered by the British Business Bank, has seen 505 new businesses in Stockport benefit from £4.95 million since its launch in 2012. Stockport's 505 loans contribute to the more than 12,300 start up businesses in the North-west to be accessed finance through the … [Read more...]
Eden Point fully let after double letting
Following a final phase of refurbishment works, Bridge Properties has confirmed Eden Point is now fully let after securing two deals totalling nearly 9,000 sq ft. Capelli Sports has taken 5,608 sq ft on a 10-year lease whilst footwear company, Skechers, will relocate from Wilmslow, where it was … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport partners with British Sign Language interpreting app to improve experience for deaf passengers
Manchester Airport has joined forces with the online interpreting service, SignLive, to provide Deaf customers with interpretation in British Sign Language (BSL) when using and contacting the airport. The new service enables customers who want to communicate in BSL to connect via video with a … [Read more...]
The Light Stockport marks awards season with competition to win a private cinema screening
To mark this year’s Awards Season, The Light Cinema in Stockport is running a 'Pick your picture competition to win a private screening for up to 20 people, complete with bubbly on the night. To enter all you need to do is correctly answer the question on everyone’s lips: What film will be named … [Read more...]
Stockport recognised as net zero hotspot
Stockport has been named a stand-out hotspot for the UK's net zero economy, according to a report from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) think-tank. Produced in partnership with CBI Economics and Datacity, the Mapping The Net Zero Economy 2023 report revealed that the Green Economy … [Read more...]
3 Stockport Exchange takes shape
Work is progressing on 3 Stockport Exchange, the third Grade A office scheme being brought forward in the town centre business hub. The building, which will add a further 64,000 sq ft of commercial office space and a stunning roof terrace to Stockport Exchange, is due to complete in September … [Read more...]
Stockport gears up for National Apprenticeships Week 2023
The 6th to 13th February 2023 is National Apprenticeships Week with a host of events taking place in Stockport for both apprentices-to-be and employers. This nationwide event taking place from 6th-12th of February will provide you with any and everything you could possibly know or want to know … [Read more...]
Community projects in Stockport invited to apply for grants to encourage more people to walk or cycle
Community groups in Stockport are being invited to apply for grants of up to £10,000 to fund projects that will encourage more people to choose to walk or cycle. The ‘Cycle and Stride for Active Lives’ initiative is being led by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) thanks to a £1 million grant … [Read more...]
Next step takes place in delivering new transport interchange
The latest step in delivering a new transport interchange in Stockport town centre is to take place this week when a walking and cycling bridge that will connect the train station and new bus interchange is installed. The linking bridge will provide a direct route from outside the main entrance … [Read more...]
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