Stockport’s outstanding and extraordinary citizens have been honoured at the ‘Proud of Stockport’ awards and local film production company Belly Flop TV has released films of all the winners. The awards were set up by the Council to encourage a stronger sense of pride and community spirit in the … [Read more...]
Marketing Stockport News
Chinese President visits UK in trade visit
The President of The People’s Republic of China, Mr Xi Jinping'S visit to the North West has seen relations gather pace as, along with the Prime Minister, the Rt Hon David Cameron MP, unveiled Airport City’s £130 million ‘China Cluster’ investment and also Hainan's new direct scheduled services to … [Read more...]
Cardiac Science donate Defib to rugby club
Leading Stockport-based defibrillator manufacturers have donated a state-of-the- art device to Burnage Rugby Club in Heaton Mersey. The new Powerheart AED (automated external defibrillator) from Cardiac Science, who are neighbours of the club, will be sited at the club’s Varley Park ground to … [Read more...]
Stockport business prepares for the future
The future looks bright for a local electrical firm thanks to some expert advice from The HR Dept Wilmslow. Addison Electrical Contracting is a Stockport-based family business. The firm provides electrical maintenance and contracting services for the housing and commercial property … [Read more...]
Robinsons Brewery Special Recognition
Robinsons brewery received special recognition at this year's Stockport Business Awards. The family brewer, a previous winner at the awards, was honoured for its investment in the town for more than 175 years. A total of 14 awards were handed out in front of 350 people at Stockport Town … [Read more...]
New business editor for Marketing Stockport
Former Stockport Express editor Paul Harrison is joining the team at Marketing Stockport. Paul, 46, will take up the position of news editor in November, editing the website and its quarterly Stockportal magazine. Paul (pictured left with Richard Higginson) said: “I am delighted to be … [Read more...]
Vueling Airlines Manchester route expansion
International Airlines Group owned Vueling Airlines is expanding its routes from Manchester and will offer direct flights to Rome and Alicante from summer 2016. The Spanish low cost airline will operate three flights a week to Alicante and two flights a week to Rome in addition to their … [Read more...]
Stockport Accountants win 2020 innovation award
Stockport based Hallidays are no strangers to awards but this year’s 2020 Innovation Awards delivered a shock when, following a surprise nomination for ‘Marketing Firm of the Year’ they were the clear winners! Hallidays Directors attending the award ceremony were bowled over by the award which … [Read more...]
BENNETT VERBY SUPPORTS WOMEN BACK INTO WORK
Employees at a Stockport accountants are helping women get back into work by supporting Smart Works, a locally based charity who help clients through the interview process, including providing an outfit and guidance with interview techniques. Bennett Verby employees have collected 'pre-loved' … [Read more...]
BACK TO ‘BASIC’ AS LAW FIRM GIVES LADIES A NIGHT OFF
A Stockport law firm specialising in serious injuries has raised over £500 for BASIC, the Brain and Spinal Injury Centre based in Salford, at a ‘Ladies Night Off’ event for those working in the sector. Serious injury specialists CFG Law held the event at their Cheadle based offices where 50 … [Read more...]
GORVINS INNOVATIVE APPROACH NETS A NATIONAL AWARDS SHORT LIST
A ground breaking initiative from a Stockport-based law firm to encourage the nation to make a Will has been shortlisted for a major national legal award. Gorvins Solicitors has been nominated for Best Marketing Campaign of the Year following the launch of their pioneering ‘Act on It` campaign … [Read more...]
FREE SUNDAY PARKING AT MERSEYWAY – SMBC EXTEND TO MARCH 2016
Following its success this summer, shoppers and visitors to Stockport will be able to enjoy free Sunday parking at Merseyway car park until the end of March 2016. With a wide range of shops, events and visitor attractions on offer in the town centre, Stockport Council is pleased to announce this … [Read more...]