Stockport County are one step closer to returning to the second tier of English football after a 3-0 win on aggregate over Stevenage grants them a place in the League One Play Off Finals at Wembley. The Hatters will head to Wembley and face either Bradford or Bolton on Sunday May 24th to look to … [Read more...]
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Northern Powerhouse Rail takes next step forward
Plans to improve rail connections across the North of England have taken another step forward with the inclusion of the Northern Powerhouse Rail Bill in the King's Speech on 13th May. The Bill will resurrect plans first included in the High Speed Rail (Crewe-Manchester) Bill for a new railway … [Read more...]
Stockport Council housing services awarded highest consumer grading by regulator
Stockport Council’s housing services, run by arm's length management organisation (ALMO) Stockport Homes, have been awarded the highest consumer grading by the sector's regulator. Under its new consumer inspection programme, the Regulator of Social Housing awarded the borough's housing services a … [Read more...]
MAG welcomed 5.5 million passengers in April
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) welcomed a total of 5.5 million passengers across its three sites in April, a 0.6% increase on the same month in 2025. The Group – which owns and operates Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports – had a rolling 12-month passenger total of 66.3 … [Read more...]
Major defence contract to support 100 jobs in Stockport
A nearly £1 billion British Army procurement contract will support around 100 skilled jobs at the Stockport location of defence manufacturer, KNDS (formerly WFEL). The deal will also create 100 new jobs at Rheinmetall's site in Telford, as well as support a further 300 positions in the two firms' … [Read more...]
North West businesses benefit from share of £275 million in first two years of NPIF II
Two years on from its launch, the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has supported more than 400 businesses and facilitated almost £275 million of investment in the North West. Completed across 449 deals, the Fund is playing a vital role in boosting regional growth, while crowding … [Read more...]
Making Tax Digital roll-out sees Azets create 15 jobs in Stockport
Fifteen jobs are being created at the Stockport office of Azets as it becomes a Making Tax Digital hub for businesses and individuals. The UK-wide accountancy and business advisory firm said the roles were needed following the recent implementation of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax by … [Read more...]
Next phase of £150 million tram investment to begin
The next phase of a £150 million investment into Greater Manchester’s tram network will begin in May 2026. The essential track replacement work will make the network safer and more resilient and reliable for years to come ahead of planned expansion of the network into Stockport and other parts of … [Read more...]
Stockport Council marks Foster Care Fortnight
Stockport Council is celebrating Foster Care Fortnight (11-24 May), raising awareness of the incredible impact of foster care, and encouraging more people to become foster carers. This year’s Foster Care Fortnight theme “This is Fostering” shines a light on the everyday realities of fostering, … [Read more...]
Educate North Award win for Airport Skills partnership
Trafford & Stockport College Group and Manchester Airports Group (MAG) are celebrating after winning an Educate North Award (ENA), which recognises the success of their ongoing Manchester Airport Skills Hub partnership. The Business Engagement Award celebrates the collaboration’s innovative … [Read more...]
One month left to enter 2026 Stockport Business Awards
With just a month to go before entries close, businesses across the region are being encouraged to showcase their achievements and gain well-deserved recognition by entering the Stockport Business Awards. Designed to celebrate excellence across the local business community, the awards provide a … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels webinar to offer insight on Employment Rights Act changes
Stockport and North West law firm SAS Daniels is supporting businesses across the region and beyond in preparing for the significant changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025, with a dedicated online webinar designed to provide clarity, practical guidance and actionable next steps. The free … [Read more...]
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