Stockport is gearing up to host its fourth annual Climate Action Now Summit on Friday 22nd November 2024. Organised by Stockport Council, the event brings together businesses and community organisations in the borough to to celebrate, connect, and inspire action to address the climate … [Read more...]
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SAS Daniels sponsors business community event in Stockport
Stockport and North-west law firm, SAS Daniels, is the main sponsor of a business event to reflect on ‘Stockport’s secret sauce’ behind its ongoing success. As main sponsor, SAS Daniels will be convening with local business and community leaders to reflect on the inspiring development of … [Read more...]
Acquisitions drive turnover growth for Stockport utilities contractor
Stockport headquartered utilities contractor, OCU Group, has reported annual turnover growth of 34% following a string of acquisitions. The firm has seen revenue across the group exceed £610 million for the year ending 30th April 2024, with its recent acquisition of RJ McLeod in June forecast to … [Read more...]
Government rules out reviving Northern HS2 leg in action to curb rising costs of Phase 1 of the route
The Government has restated it will not revive the cancelled Northern leg of HS2 from Birmingham to Manchester as it looks to curb rising costs of Phase 1 of the high-speed rail route from London Euston to Birmingham. In announcing measures to bring costs of delivering HS2 under control, the … [Read more...]
North West Hydrogen industry gears up for third annual Hydrogen Week
Spearheaded by the North West Hydrogen Alliance (NWHA), Hydrogen Week UK will make its return in 2025 for its third consecutive year. The annual event, scheduled from Monday 24th February to Sunday 2nd March 2025, will continue its mission to spotlight the critical role hydrogen plays in helping … [Read more...]
Jobs fair to showcase over 1,000 roles at Manchester Airport
Over 1,000 roles will be on offer at Manchester Airport at a jobs fair taking place at Wythenshawe Forum 10am to 1pm on Thursday, 7 November. The free event will give visitors the opportunity to find out more about career opportunities at the airport site by speaking directly to more than a dozen … [Read more...]
Together expands commercial sales team
Cheadle-based lender, Together, has announced the appointment of a new business development manager to its commercial sales team. April Boyes joins the specialist lender, which has a loan book of £7.4 billion, to bolster its Immediate House Sales (IHS) team, which provides finance for … [Read more...]
Government appoints new Menopause Employment Ambassador on World Menopause Day
Campaigner and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup, has been appointed as the Government’s new Menopause Employment Ambassador, appropriately announced on World Menopause Day. World Menopause Day is held every year on 18th October to raise awareness of menopause and the support options available for … [Read more...]
LSH Auto champions menopause support in the workplace
As part of its ongoing commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, LSH Auto, the dealership group behind Mercedes-Benz of Stockport, has launched a new policy, toolkit and training to support people going through the menopause in the workplace. An Inclusive Management Workshop will be held … [Read more...]
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust awarded Menopause Friendly Accreditation
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Stepping Hill Hospital and community NHS services in the borough, has been awarded the Menopause Friendly Accreditation. As with other NHS Trusts, a high proportion of its workforce is women aged 45-55, many of whom are experiencing menopause in the … [Read more...]
National fostering film launches in Stockport
Fostering can mean everything to those involved: that is the message of a new film launched by Stockport Council to help recruit more foster carers. Stockport Council’s fostering service is joining fostering services across the country for the national release of a new short film commissioned by … [Read more...]
External finance use rises across North-west businesses
The British Business Bank’s fourth Nations and Regions Tracker has found usage of external finance has increased overall across North West businesses; however, sentiment on economic opportunity remains subdued among smaller firms. Usage of external finance among smaller businesses in the North … [Read more...]
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