Large crowds gathered across the region on Saturday as the 8th stage of the Tour of Britain came through. This final stage saw the OVO Energy Tour of Britain starting in Altrincham, Wilmslow, Bramhall and out towards Marple and Ramsbottom with the finish in Manchester city centre. The … [Read more...]
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Stockport is proud to fly the Purple Flag
Stockport Council is officially celebrating today after receiving the news that Stockport town centre has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its evening and night-time economy. This accreditation is similar to the Blue Flag for beaches and aims to raise the standard and … [Read more...]
UK: 2-year post-study work visa for international students
As the North West and Manchester Airport Group strengthens its relationships with China in terms of both investment and connectivity, the UK Government has announced a new two-year post-study work visa, transforming how talented international students are able build successful careers in the … [Read more...]
Exciting changes as Peak Translations announces expansion plans
Following a clutch of business wins over recent months, many of which work into multiple languages, Peak Translations have expanded the team enabling them to take advantage of their skills in managing multilingual projects. As a result of this growth, they have recently taken on a part-time … [Read more...]
Premier Football demands new SAS flight between Stavanger and Manchester
A new service is launched between Stavanger and Manchester and increased frequencies between Manchester and Oslo & Bergen as increased Premiership football demand has boosted flight services with SAS SAS has responded to a surge in interest in English football by introducing a new direct … [Read more...]
Artificial Intelligence to end future holiday jams caused by roadworks
Navigational apps powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) are set to help drivers to plan trips and avoid congested roads. Motorists could soon enjoy quicker and easier getaways on bank holidays, as government announces plans to open up data on planned changes to the road network, highlighting … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport offers advice ahead of busiest weekend ever
The UK’s third largest airport is expecting Friday 23 August to be the busiest day in its 81-year-old history with more than 115,000 passengers expected to arrive and depart from the Northern hub. With around 430,000 passengers expected to travel during the busy bank holiday … [Read more...]
Tour of Britain route through Stockport
The final stage of the Tour of Britain will come to the borough on Saturday, September 14, with Stockport featuring in the stage that begins in Altrincham and finishes in the centre of Manchester. As it enters Stockport, the route will take in Woodford, Bramhall, Hazel Grove, High Lane, Marple, … [Read more...]
IPPR: north to get £2,300 less per person than London on transport
The Institute for Policy Research - IPPR – has urged Boris Johnson to keep his promise to invest more for transport in the north of England after they found it was set to receive £2,389 less per person than those in the capital. IPPR North’s research, which analysed the government’s planned … [Read more...]
Rail fare increases ‘kick in the teeth’ for Greater Manchester commuters
Rail fare increases are set to hit Greater Manchester rail users as a further rise in ticket prices is due to take effect from next year. The increase is based on the Retail Prices Index (RPI) inflation measure for July of 2.8%. Bev Hughes, Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester, said: "This … [Read more...]
Manchester to USA – new schedule unveiled by Delta and Virgin
Virgin Atlantic and Delta Air Lines are boosting flights from Manchester to USA from next summer. Delta is returning to Manchester Airport to once again join forces with its partner Virgin Atlantic. Delta will operate a new peak-summer service to Boston effective May 22, 2020 taking over … [Read more...]
Leap into action at the Big Stockport Run
The town’s army of decorated frogs have been given a special role at this year’s BIG Stockport Run. The colourful amphibians, which have been living on the streets of Stockport for the past two months, will form the trail for the ‘Frog Dash’, a special charity treasure trail organised for … [Read more...]
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