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...]
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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...]
Stockport County Community trust reaches nearly 2,500 young people with Summer Holiday Programme
A record number of young people in the borough have engaged with Stockport County Community Trust this summer through its Summer Holiday Programme. A total of 2,496 young people have participated in the trust's programmes this summer, across its HAF Programme, Teen HAF, County in the Park and … [Read more...]
Stockport manufacturer to invest in technology after participation in digital leadership programme
Stockport based manufacturer of cast iron radiators, Castrads, is investing in automated assembly, exploring robotics and planning how digital technology can support the business over the next five years after participating in a Government-backed digital leadership programme. The Stockport firm … [Read more...]
Paul Richards to leave Stockport Council to head up £11 billion Birmingham regeneration
Deputy Chief Executive of Stockport Council, Paul Richards, has appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Birmingham East Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC). Paul will leave Stockport Council on 21st November to take up the new role to ensure a smooth transition period over the coming … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership to create 10,400 Christmas roles
The John Lewis Partnership is to recruit more than 10,400 seasonal roles ahead of the Christmas season, with the majority in the retailer's John Lewis and Waitrose stores. Of the roles, 6,000 are within Waitrose’s 320 branches while 2,600 will be across John Lewis’ 36 shops, including at John … [Read more...]
Vernon Building Society launches new Limited Access savings accounts
Stockport-based Vernon Building Society has announced the launch of two new Limited Access Accounts, designed to help customers earn more competitive interest on their savings without locking money away completely. The new products – the Triple Access Account at and the Single Access Cash ISA – … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Should your business use an AI Voice Assistant?
Dave Taylor from Stockport's Amshire IT discusses whether or not a AI voice assistant can support your colleagues with handling telephone enquiries. AI is changing the way businesses work, and one area where it is becoming increasingly practical is the humble telephone call. For many … [Read more...]
Manchester Airports Group among businesses calling on Chancellor to close UK investment gap
A group of major transport businesses, leaders and infrastructure investors have written jointly to the Chancellor John Healey, calling on him to cultivate the conditions needed for long-term private investment in the UK. The letter, the signatories of which include the CEOs of Manchester … [Read more...]
New holiday pay reporting rules ‘baffling businesses’, warns Azets
Thousands of employers in the UK are struggling with new ‘onerous responsibility’ over holiday entitlement and pay compliance, accountancy firm Azets is warning. The issue follows the government’s 6 April introduction of the Fair Work Agency and new rules. Employers now have to maintain holiday … [Read more...]
Weir Mill reveals local line-up for party under the viaduct arches
Developer, Capital&Centric, is throwing open the doors of its newly opened Weir Mill neighbourhood in Stockport this autumn for a free, full-day party. Taking place on Saturday 3rd October from 11.30am, WEIR:LIVE promises a full day of live music and a family-friendly rave beneath the arches … [Read more...]
Artful Remembrance exhibition to open at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery
Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery will host an exhibition of works of Manchester Academy of Fine Arts members, inspired by the many ways we remember, commemorate and reflect. The Artful Remembrance exhibition will run from Saturday 12th September to Thursday 29th October, and features work that … [Read more...]
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