Despite sailing in unchartered waters, plans are being implemented around the globe to minimise the risk to health and the likely impact on the many thousands of businesses across the UK, either directly or indirectly, affected by the Coronavirus, Covid-19. The current situation is … [Read more...]
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Boris Johnson: “We need people to start working from home where they possibly can”
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ramped up the government’s advice to UK residents, advising all to work from home where possible, and minimise social contact to curb the spread of the coronavirus. In the first of the government’s daily press conferences on the Covid-19 outbreak, Boris Johnson … [Read more...]
Covid-19: Manchester Airport announces temporary pay cuts and lay-offs
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Manchester Airports Group (MAG) Chief Executive Officer, Charlie Cornish, has issued a statement on behalf of the airport operator announcing temporary pay cuts and lay-offs. The UK travel industry is facing a very challenging few months amid widespread … [Read more...]
Covid-19: Update for employers
As the UK government's response to the Covid-19 outbreak has changed from a containment strategy, to delay, Liz Chiva, HR Director at Stockport accountants and business advisors, Hallidays, shares an update on what has changed, and any new measures employers should take to protect staff and help … [Read more...]
Support programme launched for Greater Manchester’s self-employed and gig economy workers
The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has launched a new programme to increase skills and opportunities for the self-employed and gig economy workers across Greater Manchester. EnterprisingYou aims to enable up to 2500 of Greater Manchester’s self-employed to sustain and grow their … [Read more...]
Derelict Stockport pub to get new lease of life as commercial office space
A derelict pub in Stockport town centre is to be converted into a commercial office building, following a successful planning application. The former Ye Olde Woolpack pub will be converted into a four-storey commercial space, converting the cellar and loft into office space and bringing the … [Read more...]
Stockport accountants kick off mental fitness initiative
Stockport accountants and business advisors, Hurst, have partnered with charity, State of Mind Sport, to deliver a mental fitness initiative for staff. Hurst will kick off the initiative with an event for the team, staged in partnership with State of Mind Sport, a charity founded in 2011 by … [Read more...]
Stockport creative agency announce move to Profolk
Stockport based creative agency, Create8, have announced the company is moving their office into the town centre, where the team will take up space in new co-working office, Profolk. The creative agency hopes that the move into Stockport town centre will help the business build new connections … [Read more...]
Covid-19 – Can Force Majeure be Called Upon?
Paul Tyrer, Partner at SAS Daniels Solicitors in the Corporate team discusses the impact that Covid-19 could have on business contracts, specifically, a 'Force Majeure' clause, which allows suppliers or customers to suspend obligations under some circumstances. The Covid-19 virus has … [Read more...]
Stockport technology firm secures £1.35 million investment
Culture Shift, a Stockport technology firm, has received a £1.35 million in a round of venture capital investment. The Stockport business has developed a software platform to allow users to confidentially report workplace harassment and has been supported by Praetura Ventures, a VC firm which … [Read more...]
Stockport rising star appointed Support Manager by Belong
A rising star in the care sector, Stockport's Chloe Wynn, has been appointed by Belong Morris Feinmann as Support Manager in their Didsbury Care Village. Chloe has achieved recognition for her work in dementia care, being shortlisted twice at the Great North West Care Awards at just 27 years of … [Read more...]
Hatters on the road with John Delany Motors
Stockport County have welcomed John Delany Motors back to Edgeley Park, as the local independent garage agreed a new sponsorship deal with the Hatters. Established in 1980, John Delany Motors is a family run business that has grown to be the largest independent garage in Stockport, and specialise … [Read more...]
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