The ongoing war in Iran is pushing up the cost of borrowing for North West SMEs, and may be the final nail in the coffin for some businesses, says a sector specialist from accountancy firm, Azets. Mark Barrie, Head of Debt Advisory at Azets, believes the conflict – which began in February and … [Read more...]
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Mayor retains Transport and Active Travel commissioners
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig, has confirmed that Vernon Everitt CBE and Dame Sarah Storey will stay on as Transport and Active Travel commissioners for the city region. Mayors can appoint commissioners to provide expertise and driver delivery of commitments across policy areas. Vernon … [Read more...]
Mayor announces Public Sector Land Bank as part of plans for 50,000 new council and affordable homes
Mayor of Greater Manchester Bev Craig has set out plans to build 50,000 new council and affordable homes across the city-region by 2039, and announced a new land bank to help identify disused public land for development. By May 2028 10,000 of these homes will be built, on site, or in the pipeline … [Read more...]
Muse backs launch of National Site Standard for construction sector
Regeneration specialist, Muse, has backed the launch of the new National Site Standard, an independently audited framework to improve wellbeing, safety and inclusion on construction and infrastructure sites. Created by Renee Preston, CEO of Gallaway Construction and founder of Construction for … [Read more...]
New £20 million fund announced to support Greater Manchester high streets
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig, has announced a new £20 million fund aimed at supporting local high streets across the city-region. The Good Growth High Streets Fund will be made available to local businesses, business groups, and voluntary and community organisations across Greater … [Read more...]
Rail services largely restored across North West after major signalling failure
Rail passengers across the North West are being advised that most train services are running after a power outage in Manchester affected signalling systems and cause widespread disruption across the region on 6th August. SP Electricity North West confirmed a power cut at 1.41pm in East Manchester … [Read more...]
NatWest partners with Green Economy to support Greater Manchester businesses with sustainability
NatWest has announced a partnership with Greater Manchester-based Green Economy to support businesses in the region navigate rising energy costs and reduce emissions. The partnership will combine Green Economy's fully funded business support for the region's businesses with the bank's … [Read more...]
John Lewis partners with Manchester home fitness brand
Home fitness brand, Northern Gym Equipment has announced it has partnered with John Lewis to retail its home gym equipment via the retailer's online platform. The partnership reflects growing consumer demand for high-quality, design-led fitness equipment that integrates seamlessly into modern … [Read more...]
Civil Aviation Authority report praises Manchester Airport accessibility
The Civil Aviation Authority's latest accessibility report has awarded Manchester Airport the highest possible rating for the services it offers to passengers with restricted mobility and other disabilities. ABM, which operates the airport’s special assistance services, has been recognised for … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester to expand free bus travel for young people
Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig has announced plans to expand free Bee Network bus travel for young people, rolling out the Our Pass scheme to 11- to 16-year-olds. Announced on her first official day in office, 3rd August, the newly elected mayor confirmed the change would take effect from … [Read more...]
Manchester Digital launches Switchboard to support early tech careers
Tech industry body Manchester Digital has launched Switchboard, a new service designed to make it easier for technology employers to offer work experience, mentoring, industry placements, internships and apprenticeships. Manchester Digital already works with employers across the region to deliver … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester elects Bev Craig as new Mayor
Voters across the city-region have elected Bev Craig as the new Mayor of Greater Manchester in a mayoral by-election on Thursday 30th July. Bev Craig, Labour leader of Manchester City Council, won 47.1% of first preference votes, with the second place candidate, Reform's Sian Astley, taking 21.0% … [Read more...]