November saw the number of live vacancies fall to their lowest level since May, according to global recruitment consultancy Robert Walters, however 2021 remains a record year for hiring. Fears over the Omicron Covid-19 variant as well as downgraded infrastructure investment are believed to have … [Read more...]
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Partner promotion for Gorvins Wills, Trusts and Probate team
Julie Burgess has been made a partner in the Wills, Trusts and Probate team at Stockport-based solicitors, Gorvins LLP. Julie joined Gorvins Wills, Trust and Probate team in 2018, and has over 18 years’ experience specialising in high-value, complex estate administrations, estate and inheritance … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: What is cybersecurity and how does it keep your business safe online
Stockport IT support business Amshire IT explains how cybersecurity impacts a business and the steps you can make to keep your business secure. What is cybersecurity? The core function of cybersecurity is to protect networks, devices and data from unauthorised access. This is achieved through … [Read more...]
Market Place and Underbanks improvements approved following public feedback
Stockport Council has approved a package of improvements for walking and cycling in the Market Place and Underbanks Area of the town centre, following supportive public feedback for the proposals. Over 500 responses were received to a public consultation in October on plans to reduce vehicle … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester begins process to recruit bus operators for London-style transport system
Greater Manchester has begun steps towards delivering a London-style transport system for the city-region with the launch of a business exercise to recruit bus operators for franchised services in Bolton and Wigan. The move is the first step in delivering bus reforms set out by Mayor Andy Burnham … [Read more...]
Plans approved for 21st Century library in Stockport town centre
Stockport Council has approved plans for a 21st Century library to built in the town centre as part of a £14.5 million government funded scheme to repurpose empty retail units in Merseyway. The new scheme, dubbed Stockroom, aims to help repair the economic damage of the Covid-19 pandemic on the … [Read more...]
Employee-owned wholesaler appoints new employee voice manager
Stockport-headquartered and employee-owned wholesaler, Parfetts, has announced the appointment of Zoe Taylor (pictured) to the new role of employee voice manager. Taylor, who has held several roles at the firm, will be responsible for supporting team members and lead the maintenance, … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Are small businesses in danger of a cyberattack?
Dave Taylor, MD of Amshire IT, explains that while a small business may not seem like a worthwhile target, the risk of a cyberattack against SMEs is on the rise. If you own a business, you need a cutting-edge cybersecurity solution. Now, you might say… “I only have a small business; I’m not in … [Read more...]
Stockport HGV owners urged not to miss out on their share of £120 million Clean Air Zone support
With the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone being implemented on Stockport roads from Spring 2022, HGV owners in the borough are being urged to check whether they could access funding to help comply with the new rules to help reduce harmful air pollution. Under the Clean Air Zone, commercial … [Read more...]
Record UK and Ireland results for JYSK
Despite a challenging time for retail, Danish retailer JYSK, which has its UK & Ireland headquarters in Hazel Grove, has announced a second year record results for the region in the 2020-21 financial year. While traditional retail has been impacted by repeated lockdowns and store closures, … [Read more...]
Stockport residents invited to help shape borough’s zero-carbon energy plans
Stockport residents are being invited to take part in a survey to share their views on options for which zero-carbon energy sources could be used to heat homes in the borough. The survey will help to inform the council's plans to achieve carbon neutrality as part of a Greater Manchester-wide … [Read more...]
HMRC reminds businesses to prepare for January customs changes
HMRC is issuing a reminder to businesses to prepare for customs changes that will come into effect from 1st January 2022. Changes will affect a range of rules and processes regarding the movement of goods from Great Britain to the EU, as well as to Northern Ireland. Customs declarations You … [Read more...]
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