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Expert Opinion: 5 Quick steps to set up an Apprenticeship scheme

As Stockport marks National Apprenticeships Week from 10th to 16th February, people planning consultant, Caroline Patten from Grassroots Recruitment, explains the steps businesses should take to hire apprentices. It's National Apprenticeships Week and 'How do we hire apprentices?' is still one of … [Read more...]

Sharp MFPs receive security validation from Keypoint Intelligence

Sharp multi-function printers (MFPs) based on its latest Controller Platform have passed the Security Validation Testing for Device Penetration conducted by Keypoint Intelligence and testing partner Agile Cybersecurity Solutions (ACS) for Digital MFP Device Penetration. As modern workplaces … [Read more...]

Apprenticeships investment hits £3 million at Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport has revealed it has invested £3 million in its apprenticeship programme since 2017, as the hub marks National Apprenticeship Week (10-16th February). More than 440 apprentices have joined the airport since it adopted its current scheme in 2017 and more than 100 apprentices are … [Read more...]

Contractor appointed for Bramall Hall restoration

Stockport Council has announced the appointment of specialist heritage contractor, Restoration Projects, to deliver essential work to preserve Bramall Hall. Work to futureproof Stockport's only Grade I listed building is being supported by a £1.6 million funding boost from Arts Council England’s … [Read more...]

Together successfully prices first RMBS of 2025

Cheadle-based specialist property lender, Together, has announced it has the successful pricing of its £276.8 million 2nd charge only residential mortgage backed securitisation (RMBS), TABS13. TABS13 is supported by a portfolio of 2nd charge owner occupied and buy-to-let loans secured … [Read more...]

Stockport Business Support Hub returns on 28th February

Stockport start-up and pre-start businesses are invited to access support from business experts at the Stockport Business Support Hub at Merseyway Innovation Centre on Friday 28th February. The programme offers a monthly opportunity for local businesses and individuals to access free business … [Read more...]

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust marks National Apprenticeship Week

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is using National Apprenticeship Week (10th – 16th February 2025) to promote the opportunities they have on offer to help people grown their careers. The week is an annual event that celebrates the positive impact and valuable opportunities that apprenticeships can … [Read more...]

Bidding opens for AI Growth Zones

The UK government has called on local and regional authorities to put themselves forward to bid to host AI Growth Zones and attract local private investment into AI infrastructure. The launch of AI Growth Zones follows the reveal in January 2025 of the government's AI Opportunities Action Plan, … [Read more...]

Greater Manchester Leaders approve new budget for year ahead

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has had its budget approved for the coming financial year to fund further improvements to public services across the city-region. The leaders of the 10 boroughs and Mayor of Greater Manchester passed the budgets for 2025-26 during a meeting of GMCA on … [Read more...]