From Sunday 20th September 2026, rail passengers will have greater flexibility to continue journeys with ticket acceptance assured across operators when trains are cancelled. Currently passengers whose tickets restrict their journeys to specific departures or rail operating companies must wait … [Read more...]
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Stockport NHS to receive £26 million for new pathology building
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust will receive £26 million in additional funding from the Department of Health and Social Care for the development of a new and improved purpose-built pathology laboratory building. The investment will enable the trust to replace its ageing pathology accommodation … [Read more...]
New business network launches to connect food and drink manufacturers across Greater Manchester
Food and drink manufacturers in Stockport are being invited to join a new network connecting businesses in the sector from across Greater Manchester. The new Greater Manchester Food and Drink Network will hold twice-yearly events to connections, share expertise and support the continued growth of … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport welcomes methanol poisoning awareness campaigners
A group of campaigners raising awareness of the risks of methanol poisoning spoke to passengers at Manchester Airport as part of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office's (FCDO) 'Know The Signs' campaign. The campaign encourages travellers to understand how to recognise the signs of … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Windows 11 performance – the small delays that add up
Dave Taylor from Stockport-based Amshire IT discusses how loading times in Windows 11 add up to lost productivity, and whether it is Microsoft or your business' devices that are to blame. When a computer takes an extra second to open an application, load a folder or respond to a click, it is easy … [Read more...]
New rail service to launch between Birmingham and Manchester Airport
Rail operator, London Northwestern Railway (LNR) will introduce a new direct service connecting Birmingham and Stoke-on-Trent with Manchester Airport. Beginning from May 2027, the hourly service will run between Birmingham New Street station and Manchester Airport station, and make calls at … [Read more...]
Passkeys rolled out to make access government services online more secure
Faster and more secure passkeys are being rolled out for the more than 23 million people accessing government services online through the GOV.UK One Login service. Passkeys allow for users to sign into the service using their fingerprint, face ID or PIN instead of a password, allowing for faster … [Read more...]
Cowgills expands partnership with Stockport County
Stockport County is delighted to announce the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group, for the 2026/27 season. As part of the renewed agreement, Cowgills will become the official sponsor of the club’s matchday social graphics for the first time. The … [Read more...]
Stockport firm exceeds £1 billion in revenue for the first time
Stockport-headquarted utilities firm, OCU Group, has revealed its annual revenue has exceeded £1 billion in its Annual Report and financial statements for the year ended 30 April 2026. The firm saw its group revenue grow 37.8% to £1,221.2 million, up from £886.5 million in 2025, with operating … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Is your workplace dog friendly?
The Hallidays HR team discuss how businesses can benefit from becoming more dog friendly and whether your workplace should accommodate for four-legged colleagues. For many people, dogs are an important part of family life, and the idea of bringing a dog into work can be appealing. A workplace dog … [Read more...]
TransPennine Express to invest £1 billion into battery-electric trains across North
Rail operating company, TransPennine Express, has announced a £1 billion investment in a new fleet of battery-electric trains that will operate on key intercity routes across the North of England. The train operator has signed contracts with rail manufacturer Alstom for 29 new five-car … [Read more...]
Refurbished Poynton industrial unit sold in £8.325 million deal
A 65,000 sq ft industrial unit in Poynton has been acquired by hunting and firearms supplier, Edgar Brothers, in an £8.325 million deal. Founded in 1947, Edgar Brothers is one of the oldest, most well established importers and wholesalers of firearms, ammunition and associated products. Once fit … [Read more...]
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