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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...]

musicMagpie reveals positive start to 2024 in AGM

Stockport-headquartered circular economy pioneer, musicMagpie, has informed shareholders at it Annual General Meeting (AGM) that it has had a positive start to its financial year. The refurbished consumer technology retailer shared at its AGM that trading in the second quarter of its 2023/24 … [Read more...]

Commercial opportunities at Stockport’s new Interchange

Five commercial units are now available to let as part of the new transport interchange and rooftop park in Stockport town centre. Stockport is undergoing a significant transformation with a £1 billion investment and regeneration programme. One of the first delivery milestones is the completion … [Read more...]

Local authorities to gain new powers to fill empty shops

New powers are to be granted to local authorities across England to help address high numbers of empty retail units on British high streets. From this summer, High Street Rental Auctions will allow local leaders to take control of empty shops on high streets and rent them out to local businesses … [Read more...]

Littlewoods Butchers listed among UK’s favourite local shops

Heaton Chapel's Littlewoods Butchers has been listed in the Observer as one of the UK's favourite local shops chosen by chefs and food writers. Littlewoods Butchers was one of only two butchers to make the list, and Greater Manchester's only representative. The Observer profile highlighted the … [Read more...]