Stockport’s ambitious town centre regeneration project has taken a significant step forward as Stockport Council Leader Cllr Mark Hunter joined the Cityheart development team to mark the start of construction at Stopford Park. The development, which will transform the area off Greek Street and … [Read more...]
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Grant scheme extended to help businesses switch to electric vans
Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood has announced an extension for the government's Plug-in Van Grant for another year to help businesses transition to electric vehicles. The Plug-in van grant has helped sell over 80,000 electric and zero emission vans since its launch. The extension will … [Read more...]
Contactless ‘tap and go’ payments across bus and tram to launch in less than a month
Bee Network passengers will soon be able to travel seamlessly across bus and tram when contactless ‘tap and go’ payments expand to bus services from 23rd March. The change is the latest step towards Greater Manchester realising its ambition of an integrated London-style transport system. Bus … [Read more...]
Stockport Digital Network to explore how AI can transform digital businesses at next meeting
Stockport based businesses in the Digital and Tech sector are invited to participate in the next Stockport Digital Network event on Thursday 20th March at the Light Cinema, Stockport. Sponsored by Stockport Council and chaired by Marie Hamilton, Microsoft Strategic Partnership Director, the … [Read more...]
Love Being Active Week returns to Life Leisure
After hosting its first Love Being Active Week last year, the week of events is returning to Life Leisure in 2025 from 17th to 22nd March. Throughout the week, all eight hubs will be offering free sessions – giving everyone the chance to try something new and get moving with Life Leisure. Love … [Read more...]
New public procurement rules take effect
New changes to make public procurement processes more efficient, transparent and competitive have taken effect from 24th February 2025. The changes come following the Procurement Act 2023 gained Royal Assent in October 2023. Among the updates to public procurement rules coming into effect … [Read more...]
Hospitality sector speaks out against Greater Manchester tourist tax idea
Following the suggestion of Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham of introducing a tourist tax for visitors to the city-region, industry body UKHospitality has pushed back against the idea. The Mayor floated the idea of a mandatory tourist levy during a BBC interview, however, UKHospitality have … [Read more...]
Vernon Building Society invests in first ever TV ad
100 years since its founding in Stockport, Vernon Building Society is investing in its first TV ad as part of a campaign to grow its visibility across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. From Monday 24 February, the Vernon’s Make It Count ad will encourage viewers to think about where they keep … [Read more...]
Nominations close 28th February for 2025 Stockport Rocks! Volunteer Awards
With less than a week to go before entries close on 28th February, time is running out to submit nominations for the 2025 Stockport Rocks! Volunteer Awards. The second Stockport Rocks! Volunteer Awards will take place on Tuesday 20 May, at Edgeley Park, celebrating the invaluable contributions of … [Read more...]
Manchester government digital campus gets go ahead
Planning approval has been granted for the government's proposed Manchester Digital Campus, which will bring 7,000 civil service jobs to the city-region. Manchester City Council has granted planning permission to the Government Property Agency (GPA) scheme on the former Central Retail Park in … [Read more...]
SMEs invited to international trade events to target exports to Indo-Pacific markets
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has announced a series of events designed to open doors for UK business in Indo-Pacific markets, with an event in Manchester taking place on 6th March. The event series, titled ‘Made in the UK Sold to the Indo-Pacific: Meet the Experts’, will take place … [Read more...]
C&C doubles down on championing grassroots sport
Stockport-based C&C Insurance Brokers reflects on its support for grassroots sport following the recent achievements of Dom Hanson of Stockport Rugby Union FC, which the firm has backed since 2012. The value and importance of supporting sport at a grassroots level could not have been brought … [Read more...]
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