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MAG kicks off £60m professional services framework

MAG - Manchester Airports Group - has started the search for a professional team to work across its property portfolio, including architects, cost consultants, surveyors, and engineers. As reported on Place North West the framework is designed to support MAG investment in its estate, and … [Read more...]

Plans set out for Greater Manchester Transport Network System

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority have published plans for the future of the Greater Manchester Transport Network. The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has today launched Our Network, his ten-year plan to create an integrated, modern and accessible public transport … [Read more...]

Stockport’s Giant Leap Frogs hop onto lily pads!

Stockport's Giant Leap Frog Art Trail is leaping into the town centre as work to install all 19 giant frogs to create Stockport's first giant art trail has begun ahead of the official launch of the frog art trail on Saturday 29th June. The project is a collaboration between Stockport's Business … [Read more...]

Stockport company joins campaign against plastic

Stockport based Starkey Hearing Technologies received a delivery with a difference as a drone dropped in with a loaf of bread to celebrate the company joining the campaign against plastics. Looking at ways to reduce their own plastic footprint, Starkey Hearing Technologies’ Suzie Bryant took … [Read more...]

Record sign-up for Life Leisure swim lessons

Swim lesson sign-up at Life Leisure hits a high as residents rush to back Stockport Metro’s drowning prevention drive Stockport residents have signed up for swim lessons in their droves in response to a special scheme launched during the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) UK’s ‘Drowning Prevention … [Read more...]

Stockport Local Fund – applications close on Sunday

If you’ve got a great idea on how to make your neighbourhood even better, applications to Stockport Local Fund can be submitted until midnight on Sunday 30th June 2019. The online application process is quick and easy - you can even submit it on your mobile phone! Councillor Amanda Peers, … [Read more...]

Greater Manchester’s young people begin to meet their future

Young people have started the journey to meet their future at Greater Manchester’s first ever work shadowing safari at Hays Recruitment in Manchester. Last week students joined colleagues at the recruitment agency for a day of learning about the workplace, employment and the skills they need to … [Read more...]

Government lifts cap on Cycle to work scheme

The government has lifted its cap on the value of bikes and associated safety equipment which can be bought through a cycle to work scheme. Cycling continues to grow in popularity with e-bikes leading the way in getting more and more people using pedal power. With a new emphasis on helping … [Read more...]

Norwegian announces new route from Manchester to Bergen

Norwegian is expanding its Scandinavian network at Manchester Airport with the addition of a new non-stop service to from Manchester to Bergen. Passengers in Manchester and the North West will now be able to explore the Norwegian city of Bergen for less this winter with fares from £43.90 one … [Read more...]

GM Mayor meets Stockport College students tackling youth issues

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham visited Stockport College to meet students who have worked to find solutions to violent and knife crime. The students suggested a partnership to be set up between the college and local community support agencies to tackle burning youth issues. The new … [Read more...]

How can I cut Inheritance Tax liabilities ?

It's a question asked by many - how can I cut Inheritance tax liabilities? Death and taxes are two things that nobody likes to consider, but with the right planning, you can look after your family now and help shield them from inheritance tax liability when the time comes. Stockport based … [Read more...]