Construction companies are no strangers to apprentices, however a recent survey has shown that 81 per cent of construction bosses were unaware of all the financial support that’s available to them. New wage incentives of £1500 per candidate are now available for employers and … [Read more...]
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Employee Ownership Pilot makes 150 million GBP pot available to businesses
A government initiative has been announced that will allow businesses to bid for a share of a £150 million pot to create the training schemes they need to grow their companies. The fund, announced by skills Minister Matthew Hancock, is the second round of the Employer Ownership Pilot … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Economy – forecast to grow more than previously expected
Revised economic forecasts for Greater Manchester suggest the region’s GVA (Gross Value Added) output over the next decade will be slightly better than previously anticipated, rising to 3.0% by 2014 and peaking at 3.3% in 2017. The amendment to last year’s forecast (which predicted … [Read more...]
easyJet to launch first ever scheduled Manchester – Moscow flights
easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has today announced it plans to launch the first ever scheduled flights between Manchester and Moscow in Spring 2013. easyJet will operate four flights each way a week and plans to put flights on sale in the coming weeks. The … [Read more...]
From Board Room to Race Tracks
When not managing Cloud 9 Hosts, Graham Saul enjoys tearing around race tracks in a wide range of cars tuned to perfection. Taking part in the various races across the UK and at some famous race tracks. … [Read more...]
Why Stockport Needs Putting on the Map
'Marketing Stockport' is working to put Stockport well and truly on the map and to promote businesses in the area. It seems we need to and quickly! This was seen in a local magazine for an Estate Agent is Cheshire BUT - where is … [Read more...]
Council In Top 100 Employers For Apprenticeships
Stockport Council has been recognised nationally for its commitment as an outstanding employer of apprentices. The Council has made the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list compiled by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS). The prestigious Top 100 list recognises excellence in businesses … [Read more...]
Character World Cheadle Extends Range
Character World in Cheadle, licensed to produce bedroom accessories for children's favourites including Hello Kitty, Thomas & Friends, Moshi Monsters and all Disney characters has extended its Disney range to include children's luggage. The new range will feature favourite … [Read more...]
Branson Delivers Closing Address at Global Financial Leadership Conference
Some of the brightest minds in business and policy gathered this week for CME Group's annual Global Financial Leadership Conference. Business leaders discussed issues such as global economic policy, strategic management, the "fiscal cliff" and the evolving structure of financial markets. A … [Read more...]
Walthew House Stay at Home Day
Walthew House are staging a 'Stay at Home Day' Date: Saturday 8th December Could you spend a day indoors without your phone or Facebook? Many people with sight or hearing loss often feel very isolated. Walthew House are challenging you to get taste of what it's like and spend Saturday 8th … [Read more...]
Planning Approval Delay for Woodford site
A huge response from over 500 Stockport residents regarding the development of the former Woodford Aerodrome site has delayed a decision that will determine the future use of the site. Ahead of any planning applications the council must agree and approve a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD); … [Read more...]
Unemployment drops but JSA claimant level rises
At last week's meeting of Marketing Stockport's key sponsors and supporters, the subject of nurturing skills in the young people of Stockport was very much a concern. Supporting Apprenticeship schemes and providing valuable work experience was very much on our business agendas, and according to … [Read more...]
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