With footfall expected to surpass 7 million visitors by the end of the year, Stockport's Merseyway Shopping Centre is reflecting on a successful 2024. Throughout the year, the town centre shopping precinct has welcomed three new major retailers, Tesco, Poundland and Eyehut, as well as seen the … [Read more...]
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Councils gain new powers to address empty high street shops
Legal changes granting local councils greater powers to find occupiers for empty units on high streets across England have come into effect. Under the changes that came into force on 2nd December, local authorities will be able to auction off leases for commercial properties that have been empty … [Read more...]
Handforth retailer outperforms market
Handforth headquartered retailer, Pets at Home Group, outperformed subdued market conditions according to its Interim Results for the 28 week period to 10th October 2024. The retailer now believes it is in a strong position for the coming financial year following investments in its distribution … [Read more...]
Stockport Council is supporting Small Business Saturday
Stockport Council is among the organisations backing Small Business Saturday on 7th December and encouraging residents to shop locally this Christmas. Small Business Saturday UK is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign, which celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to support … [Read more...]
High Streets Task Force completes work to address challenges facing town centres
The High Streets Task Force (HSTF) has concluded its five-year programme, marking a significant milestone in efforts to revitalise England’s town centres. Established in response to a recommendation by the Expert Panel chaired by retail leader Sir John Timpson, the Task Force has delivered … [Read more...]
John Lewis Cheadle celebrates Beauty Hall re-launch
John Lewis Cheadle has celebrated the revamp of its Beauty Hall, including welcoming two globally acclaimed new beauty brands: Charlotte Tilbury and Trinny London. The newly refurbished Beauty Hall, located on the First Floor, now boasts an even bigger range of best selling beauty, fragrance and … [Read more...]
Consultation launched on new rules for subscription contracts
The government has launched a consultation on measures to make it easier for consumers to get a refund or cancel subscription contracts. The consultation will explore the detail of how the new regime governing contracts, ranging from physical subscriptions such as magazines to digital products … [Read more...]
Stockport catering supplies business to invest in eCommerce
Stockport-based catering supplies business, Stephensons has partnered with an eCommerce consultancy to enhance its offering to customers. The fifth-generation family-run firm has appointed Manchester-based PushON to help modernise its sales approach and expand its digital and eCommerce presence. … [Read more...]
Legislation introduced to cut business rates for retail, hospitality and leisure properties
Draft legislation has been published that will see retail, hospitality and leisure properties see their business rates permanently cut from 2026. The Non-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) Bill will introduce new permanently lower multipliers for retail, hospitality and leisure … [Read more...]
John Lewis launches Christmas ad amid recruitment drive for 12,500 seasonal roles
Retailer, John Lewis, has unveiled its latest Christmas ad as the group begins to take on a record 12,500 seasonal workers to staff its stores and distribution network, including at John Lewis Cheadle and Waitrose supermarkets in the borough. The roles, comprising those in Waitrose and John Lewis … [Read more...]
Town centre Post Office among 115 at risk of closure
The Stockport town centre Post Office branch is among 115 locations at risk of closure as part of plans for the organisation to streamline and modernise its operations. A Transformation Plan set out by the Post Office Chair, Nigel Railton, dubbed a 'New Deal for Postmasters', has ambitions to add … [Read more...]
FCA approval for musicMagpie acquisition
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has granted regulatory approval for AO's acquisition of Stockport-headquartered circular economy pioneer, musicMagpie. The £10 million deal was announced at the beginning of October 2024 and would see AO wholly takeover musicMagpie, with shareholders … [Read more...]
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