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Smart Works brings discounted fashion to Merseyway Pop-Up Shop

Women’s employment charity, Smart Works Greater Manchester, is returning to the Pop-Up Shop in Stockport’s Merseyway Shopping Centre. Smart Works is a charity that empowers women’s independence by supporting them back into work: the organisation provides clothes and interview coaching to ensure … [Read more...]

Stockport’s largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub launches

The largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub in Stockport has been installed at the town's Decathlon store by national charging network, Be.EV. The 15-bay hub and is located just minutes from the M60 benefiting drivers passing through the town on the motorway, as well as Decathlon shoppers and local … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport welcomes up-and-coming brands to terminals

Manchester Airport is continuing its commitment to supporting local retailers and up-and-coming brands to reach customers from all around the world with two new launches.  The Sculpts, a design business started by a Mancunian couple during the pandemic, marks a huge milestone today, with the … [Read more...]

Poundland to open in refurbished BHS store Saturday 3rd August

Poundland will open at 9am on Saturday 3rd August in the refurbished former BHS building, marking the latest milestone in Stockport town centre's £1 billion regeneration. Poundland moves into one of two retail units created by Stockport Council out of the former BHS store after the council … [Read more...]

Car parts supplier opens Stockport distribution centre

Car parts supplier, GSF Car Parts, has exceeded 190 sites nationwide with the opening of a new Regional Distribution Centre in Stockport. The new site, which opened alongside a new branch for the firm in Chessington on the outskirts of London, is the fifth new location to open in just two … [Read more...]

Cheadle Carpetright store among the 54 saved from closure

Flooring retailer, Carpetright, has sold 54 of its stores, including its Cheadle branch, after appointing administrators on 22nd July, with Tapi Carpets and Floors Limited also purchasing the brand and two logistics depots. Carpetright's Cheadle location on Councillor Lane is the only Greater … [Read more...]

musicMagpie shares interim half year results

Stockport-based circular economy pioneer, musicMagpie, has announced its unaudited interim results for the six months ending 31st May 2024. The group has seen its global revenue fall slightly on the same period last year to £53.8 million, with the reduction due to planned changes in its US … [Read more...]

Lidl plan larger Heaton Norris store

German supermarket chain, Lidl, is planning a new 23,600 sq ft food store off Wellington Road North and Sparthfield Road in Heaton Norris. New plans propose a slightly larger store than the supermarket had originally been granted planning permission for in 2022. Lidl propose a 2,207 sq m store on … [Read more...]

John Lewis Cheadle hosts Stockport County take-over

John Lewis Cheadle is hosting a celebration of the Stockport County FC's historic League Two trophy win and promotion. On 22nd June form 10am to 4pm, the Hatters will be taking over the store with a range of events, activities and complimentary fizz throughout the store. In the link building, … [Read more...]

Tighter regulations for digital markets become law

The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act has become law after gaining Royal Assent, strengthening consumer protections online. The Act brings in new rules about how businesses communicate pricing in online transactions, as well as regulating subscription contracts for consumers. New … [Read more...]

Handforth retail group well positioned to deliver growth

Handforth-based retail group, Pets at Home, believes it is well positioned for strong growth in the coming years according to its FY2024 preliminary results. The pet care business has reported revenue growth of 5.2% to £1.5 billion across both its retail and vet businesses. Despite this, it has … [Read more...]