The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced it has voted to hold its base interest rate at 4%. On 18th September, economists voted seven to two in favour of keeping rates at their current level, with those voting against the decision preferring for a further rate drop. … [Read more...]
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New company formed to take over activities of Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
After the organisation filed its intent to appoint administrators in August, a new company has been formed to take over the activities of the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. The organisation has confirmed that Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce 2025 Limited has purchased the business … [Read more...]
International recognition for Stepping Hill Hospital rheumatology department
Stepping Hill Hospital’s rheumatology department has received a new award confirming it as a top centre for training in ultrasound. The department has been recognised by the European Alliance of Associations of Rheumatology (EULAR) network as an imaging training centre for ultrasound. It has … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust welcomes new team members
Stockport County Community Trust, the football club's charitable arm, has welcomed three new team members further the Hatters' social impact across the borough. Karina Perry (pictured, left), familiar to many from her matchday role, steps into the role of Business Development & Events … [Read more...]
Transport for the North Chair steps down
Former Transport Secretary, Lord McLoughlin, has announced his intention to step down from his role as Chair of Transport for the North. During his four year term as Chair of the regional transport body, Lord McLoughlin has worked with the North’s political leaders to agree its second Strategic … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership to recruit 13,700 seasonal staff
The John Lewis Partnership has launched a recruitment drive to take on 13,700 seasonal staff across John Lewis and Waitrose stores and their distribution network in the run to Christmas. Across the group's 35 John Lewis branches including at John Lewis Cheadle, 3,000 seasonal roles are being … [Read more...]
Businesses invited to share views on public transport in Stockport and across Greater Manchester
Stockport businesses have less than a month to share their views on public transport and active travel options in the borough and throughout the city-region. TfGM are keen to understand how employers in Stockport feel about Greater Manchester’s Bee Network, and how the organisation can better … [Read more...]
Stockport marks Falls Prevention Week
Stockport is marking Falls Prevention Week, from 15th to 19th September by highlighting changes people can make to stay independent and avoid the physical, emotional, and social impact of falling as they get older. The week reminds people to take small, practical steps like making homes safer, … [Read more...]
Employment rights reforms return to Commons
The government's landmark employment rights reforms have moved closer to becoming law as the Employment Rights Bill returns to the House of Commons. The changes set out in the Employment Rights Bill include establishing day one rights to parental and bereavement leave, extending sick pay for up … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport records busiest ever summer
Nearly 7 million passengers flew through Manchester Airport during the school summer holidays, making it the busiest summer season in the hub's history. August 2025 was also the airport's busiest ever single month, with 3.5 million passengers served by the Northern hub. New data also shows … [Read more...]
Stockport Trading Standards team secure fraud conviction for double glazing business owners
A Bramhall man who ran a double-glazing business has been found guilty of fraud in court after an investigation led by Stockport Council’s Trading Standards team. Following a number of complaints from borough residents that they had paid deposits for windows and doors that were never supplied or … [Read more...]
Stockport County Together Schools’ Programme enters third year
Stockport County Community Trust has shared the impact of its Together Schools' Programme as the initiative enters its third year. Thanks to funding from Cheadle-based specialist lender, Together, the programme is offered free of charge to every primary, secondary, specialist, and alternative … [Read more...]
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