More people than ever are using Greater Manchester's Bee Network public transport system, which is set to grow further when the first rail services are added to the network in December 2026. Eight million extra bus journeys were made in the last year and there was a 32% increase in rides taken on … [Read more...]
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NatWest Regional Growth Tracker reveals slowdown in North West business activity
Firms in the North West recorded a slight slowdown in business activity at the end of the opening quarter, following growth in the first two months of the year, the latest NatWest Growth Tracker showed. The bank's headline North West Business Activity Index – which measures changes in the … [Read more...]
Chambers of Commerce reveal gaps in reaching young people in skills system
In an analysis of Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs), the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) have?revealed their limits in engaging young people with the workplace. While the Chambers' report found the business-led skills planning approach has engaged thousands of people and employers in the … [Read more...]
Manchester Airports Group reports record passenger totals
Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the UK's largest airport operator, served a record 66.3 million passengers in the year to March 2026 across its three sites. The total represents a 1.9% increase in passengers year-on-year across Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports, which the … [Read more...]
Muse strengthens North West leadership with senior promotions
Following a successful year for the team, nationwide placemaker, Muse, has announced a series of promotions in the North West. The regeneration specialist is Stockport Council's development partner on Stockport Exchange, and as ECF, is also involved in delivering the Stockport 8 neighbourhood in … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels advises Knutsford accounting firm on sale
Stockport and Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels LLP, has advised the shareholders of Knutsford-based Matix Accounts Ltd on the sale of their business to TMF Acquisitions. Matix Accounts appointed SAS Daniels to handle the transaction, ensuring a seamless transfer of their business to the new … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service celebrates outstanding individuals at Recognition Awards
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) has officially recognised colleagues for their dedication, courage and professionalism at their latest Recognition Awards events. Held on Wednesday, 8 April and Thursday, 9 April at GMFRS's Training and Safety Centre in Bury, a remarkable total … [Read more...]
NHS Greater Manchester shares advice to ease weekend pressure on A&E departments during strike action
Amid the ongoing resident doctors strike, NHS services across Greater Manchester are reminding residents of where is best to go for health advice on weekends to help ease pressures on A&E departments. So far during the strike action, (running from 7am, Tuesday 7th to 7am, Monday 13th April), … [Read more...]
North West games development sector defies national trend
The North West has emerged as one of the most resilient video games development regions, according to new research published by TIGA, the trade association representing the sector in the UK. The latest TIGA Making Games in the UK report shows that almost every UK video games development … [Read more...]
Planning application submitted for 1.6 million sq ft airport-connected innovation campus
A hybrid planning application for phase one of MIX MANCHESTER comprising over 1.6 million sq ft of development has been submitted by the joint venture partnership behind the UK’s first airport-based science, innovation, and manufacturing campus. Planning has now been submitted to Manchester City … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester hosts inaugural National Innovation Skills Competition
The National Innovation Skills Competition, endorsed by WorldSkills UK, brought together apprentices, educators and industry leaders from across the UK, for a dynamic day celebrating the power of problem solving, collaboration and future-ready skills. Hosted at The Lowry in Salford Quays, the … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Chamber appoints new Chair
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) has appointed Wayne Jones OBE as its new Chair, with immediate effect following a Board meeting at the end of March. Not a new face to the Chamber, Wayne has previously served as a Past President, and as a Board member for nearly a decade. He brings … [Read more...]
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