The supply and sale of wet wipes containing plastic is it be banned following overwhelming public support during a consultation process. The ban follows similar action on other single-use plastic products: plastic cotton buds, drinks stirrers and straws were banned from 2020, with a ban on some … [Read more...]
News for: Retail
Next phase of Merseyway Car Park repairs set to begin
A second phase of works to repair, modernise and improve Stockport town centre's Merseyway Car Park will begin at the end of April 2024 as part of the town's £1 billion regeneration. With contractors having almost finished work on the Orange Zone of the car park, the Yellow and Green zones will … [Read more...]
Stockport retail group accelerates growth with a key appointment
Stockport-headquartered retail group, Parfetts, has announced the appointment of Richard Bone as commercial director to support its growth plans. Richard (pictured) will join the board at the employee-owned group to support the commercial development within Parfetts, including stated growth plans … [Read more...]
Rebuild planned for Great Moor Co-op store
Supermarket chain, Co-op, has submitted a planning application to demolish and rebuild its Great Moor store on Buxton Road in Stockport. If approved, plans will see the existing store demolished, along with the neighbouring Yu & Me hardware store, and a new, larger convenience store built in … [Read more...]
Early Easter boosts March retail sector performance
An early Easter has helped deliver a strong March for the retail sector, according to analysis from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). The BRC's analysis for the five weeks from 25 February to 30 March 2024 found retail sales were up 3.5% on the same period in 2023, and above both the 12-month … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership appoints new Chairman
Retail group, John Lewis Partnership, has appointed Tesco executive Jason Tarry as the retailer's new Chairman, replacing Sharon White who will step down at the end of her term in September. Jason Tarry brings over 33 years experience at the supermarket, most recently as UK & Ireland CEO for … [Read more...]
Finalists revealed for #MadeInStockport Awards 2024
The finalists have been revealed for the 2024 #MadeInStockport Awards, which celebrate and showcase artisan and creative industries and businesses in the town. Over 200 businesses have been nominated across nine categories, with voting now open for Stockport residents to choose their winners from … [Read more...]
Stockport wholesaler shares annual results
Stockport headquartered wholesaler, Parfetts, has announced growth in turnover and operating profits in its annual results for the last financial year. In light of its positive performance, the employee-owned wholesaler has rewarded staff over the year with a record 10% pay rise and an overall … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership announces return to profit
Employee-owned retail group, John Lewis Partnership, has announced a return to profit for the 2023/24 financial year (ended 27th January 2024) in its unaudited annual results. The group, which includes John Lewis Cheadle in Stockport, as well as the Waitrose supermarket chain, has revealed a £120 … [Read more...]
Margin improvements behind 2023 EBIDTA rise for musicMagpie
Stockport-based circular economy pioneer, musicMagpie, has revealed significant margin improvement have contributed positively to the tech reseller's annual results to 30th November 2023. In its annual results, published today (13th March), musicMagpie has recorded a 15.4% increase in EBIDTA to … [Read more...]
Stockport’s night-time economy retains Purple Flag accreditation
Stockport has retained its prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The internationally-recognised accolade is awarded to areas that provide a vibrant and diverse mix of dining, entertainment and culture, while also promoting the safety and … [Read more...]
Stockport Primark among sites to benefit from £100 million investment in stores
Clothing retail giant, Primark, has announced it will invest £100 million in stores throughout 2024, with its Stockport branch in the Merseyway Shopping Centre set to be among those benefiting. The investment, which includes £75 million of newly announced investment, comes as the retailer marks … [Read more...]
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