Summer sunshine and sporting events have helped boost sales for the retail sector in June, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures have revealed. Sales volumes rose 0.9% month-on-month, and offer some reprieve for retailers which had seen a 2.8% fall in May. Rises in sales for … [Read more...]
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Transport investment drives sustained fall in air pollution across Greater Manchester
Newly-released figures show that air pollution dropped in 2024 in Greater Manchester, thanks to investments in cleaner transport, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has revealed. In 2018, 129 locations across the city-region were found to have illegal levels of nitrogen dioxide in the air. … [Read more...]
The Royal Oak, Mellor, is a thriving gem
At a time when the hospitality sector is facing mounting challenges, it’s as refreshing as a pint of Unicorn, a chilled Sauvignon Blanc, or an ice-cold soda and lime to see a local village pub not only surviving, but thriving, and winning awards along the way! Tucked away on the outskirts of … [Read more...]
Summer holidays to see 5 million passengers travel through Manchester Airport
More than 5 million passengers are expected to pass through Manchester Airport over the school summer holidays, delivering the busiest summer yet for the North's global gateway. Passengers travelling during the summer will be able to benefit from a range of new features at the airport which have … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: When and what to prepare ahead of Employment Right Bill
With a range of changes to employment law currently moving through Parliament, Cornerstone Resources' Rob Birley explains the timeline ahead of implementation of the Employment Rights Bill and what businesses can do to prepare. When the Labour government came to power, they heralded that the … [Read more...]
British Business Bank delivers £700 million boost for North West economy
The North West economy is expected to see a £700 million boost in output as a result of support for businesses in the region provided through the British Business Bank in 2024/25. The UK government’s economic development bank has revealed in its latest annual Impact Report that its support of … [Read more...]
Lower speed limit to take effect on A34 through Cheadle
A new speed limit will be introduced next month on the A34 close to Kingsway School in Cheadle as part of a £33 million investment in the route. Following a safety review that took place in early 2025, the speed limit on the A34 will be lowered from 50 mph to 40 mph in both directions from … [Read more...]
TfGM announces lane rental scheme to tackle roadwork disruption
A new ‘lane rental’ scheme is being considered in Greater Manchester to tackle congestion and cut disruption from roadworks on the city region’s busiest routes. Under the plans – proposed by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) in partnership with the ten local highway authorities – local … [Read more...]
Outdoor beach returns to Merseyway
Merseybay, the popular free outdoor beach, is returning to the Merseyway Shopping Centre for the school summer holidays. Launching Friday 26th July, this year Merseybay will be going tropical, transforming the shopping centre into a Hawaiian haven, complete with golden sand, beach huts, … [Read more...]
Synergy Sports Day raises over £3,400 for domestic abuse charity
An adults sport day, organised by Synergy Recruitment, has raised more than £3,400 for My Cheshire Without Abuse (MyCWA) a charity that supports individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. With recent funding cuts from Cheshire East Council placing the charity’s services at risk, the … [Read more...]
Government backing for North West Sustainable Aviation Fuel production
New funding from the Department for Transport (DfT) will support the development and production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at a facility in Stanlow, Cheshire. Essar and NorthPointe Energy – who are both developing plans for SAF production facilities at Stanlow in the North West – were … [Read more...]
August railway closure to enable £23 million investment between Stoke and Stockport
With the railway through Stockport set to close for three weeks in August to allow the Greek Street Bridge to be replaced, Network Rail is outlining the benefits for passengers of other work that can take place along the route while the line is closed. The £20 million demolition and replacement … [Read more...]
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