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Business leaders call for renewed momentum for HS3

Led by leader of the Northern Powerhouse George Osborne, business leaders across the North of England are being urged to lobby the Government to commit to more investment on high speed rail networks - HS3 - in the region.  Former Tatton MP and Chancellor, Mr Osborne launched the "Northern … [Read more...]

Greater Manchester Spatial Framework – next steps

The second draft of the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF) will aim to make the most of Greater Manchester’s brownfield sites and reduce the impact on greenbelt. A timeframe for the development and publication of the second draft has been discussed between the Mayor of Greater Manchester, … [Read more...]

KFC creates 50 finger lickin’ jobs at Manchester Airport

KFC has joined the jet set and chosen Manchester to open its first UK airport restaurant. KFC and HMSHost International, a world leader in operating food and beverage concessions in airports, opened its very first airport restaurant – and is now serving up delicious finger lickin’ chicken in the … [Read more...]

400 delegates expected at Construction Summit North

Now in its fourth year, Construction Summit North will connect 400 delegates with some of the biggest names in the industry. The largest property and construction event of its kind outside of London, this two day event will provide a unique opportunity to discuss the latest developments in the … [Read more...]

GMCA reject report on ‘negligible’ impact of Media City

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority - GMCA - has rejected what is being viewed as a flawed report claiming that the BBC move to Media City has had “negligible” impact on the city region’s economy. GMCA argued that the city region is home to a huge, thriving and booming creative and … [Read more...]

New Chief Executive Officer of Manchester Airport

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer of Manchester Airport.  Andrew Cowan will take on the role, replacing Ken O'Toole, who has been named CEO of London Stansted Airport.  Meanwhile, Collette Roche has been named Chief of Staff for MAG, which will give her … [Read more...]

Petition calls for investment in Transport for the North

IPPR North’s petition calling for more money for transport in the North has attracted over 52,000 signatures. IPPR North, the dedicated think tank for the north of England with bases in Manchester and Newcastle, are urging more people to sign the petition for better Transport for the North - … [Read more...]

get me there smart card for Greater Manchester

Travelling in Greater Manchester just got smarter for thousands of passengers who can now use a single 'Oyster' style get me there smart card for all their journeys on any Greater Manchester tram and bus. This latest development is the next phase of Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) get me … [Read more...]

Stockport viaduct features on vintage rail posters

A new set of images to evoke the 'Golden Age of British Travel' feature scenes from across the region including Stockport viaduct and towns across Cheshire. The images, created by Chester based designer and artist Nicky Thompson, capture the many attractions of Mid Cheshire Railway Line. The … [Read more...]

Egan Reid & Edge Design host Design Assembly Manchester

Egan Reid has partnered with a leading design and manufacturer to launch Design Assembly Manchester - a free training and networking event for architects & designers. Egan Reid Office Environments, the Egan Reid group’s specialist office furniture and interior fit-out division, has partnered … [Read more...]