The number of homeowners in England fell to the lowest level in 29 years according to the English Housing Survey. For the first time however, more people than ever own their home outright (33%) than with a mortgage (31%). The survey issued by the Department for Communities and Local … [Read more...]
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THE IMPACT OF THE SMALL BUSINESS, EMPLOYMENT & ENTERPRISE ACT
The Small Business, Employment & Enterprise Act received Royal Assent on 26 March andThe Bill is now an Act of Parliament (law). It is soon to roll out across the country, bringing major changes to areas of business including support to the increasing number of home businesses. Championed by … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT COUNCIL ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO REGISTER TO VOTE
With one month to go until the General Election and Local Elections on May 7th, residents are being urged to make sure they are registered to vote. This is how you can register: Take 3 minutes and register online at www.gov.uk/registertovote, or For all other changes (to tell … [Read more...]
WHY EMPLOYERS SHOULD PAY NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE.
The government insists there is no excuse for companies not to pay employees the wages they are entitled to. Legislation is in place in order to ensure that anyone entitled to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) should receive it. Gary Waites (left) from Avensure warns that paying anything less than … [Read more...]
NEW FINANCIAL YEAR BRINGS NEW LEGISLATION
As we enter a new financial year Clarke Nicklin have published their April tax news and tips. Do the new pension laws mean more freedom or liberation? Do you know when your younger workers will reach their key birthdays of 18 and 21 and their national minimum wage entitlements change? Can you apply … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT BUSINESS AWARDS OPEN FOR ENTRY
It’s that time of year again; the Stockport Business Awards 2015 are back and open for entry. Last year a record number of entries were received and organisers are hoping to uncover even more successful businesses again in 2015. Stockport Business Awards winners 2014 Andrew Baggott, … [Read more...]
PENSION FREEDOM OPTIONS
'There has never been a better time to be thinking about your pension', so say Prest Financial Planning as the freedoms that came into force on 6th April 2015 will afford savers more flexibility than ever, so it’s important to understand the options available to you to ensure your savings work … [Read more...]
BENNETT VERBY HOST FREE BREAKFAST SEMINAR
Your people are your biggest asset! How do you manage the performance of your team? Do you worry that underperformance is impacting on your profits? How do you tackle these issues? These are some of the questions that Bennet Verby want to answer.On Wednesday 22nd April Bennett Verby Human Resources, … [Read more...]
REGION’S DEVOLUTION AGREEMENT PROVIDES GRANT BOOST FOR APPRENTICES
‘DEVO MANC’ has given a boost to companies recruiting apprentices as, of April 1st, Greater Manchester businesses will be entitled to more than £3,000 in additional skills funding, as part of the region’s landmark devolution agreement. Under the deal, organisations taking … [Read more...]
CAN PENSION CHANGES HELP PROPERTY BUSINESSES?
How can the April 2015 pension changes help your property business? Stockport based Fairhurst Estates Limited (FEL), a leading firm of Chartered Surveyors focussed on the North West and specialising in roadside properties, are looking to help property owners take full advantage of the pension … [Read more...]
HALLIDAYS APRIL NEWSWIRE – LATEST BUSINESS & TAX NEWS
Hallidays have published their April monthly newswire designed to keep you informed of the latest business and tax issues. Personal tax rates and allowances A summary of the income tax rates and personal allowances for 2015/16. Click here for the full story Proposed personal allowances to … [Read more...]
NEW FREE SUPPLEMENT FOR THE STOCKPORT EXPRESS
The new look Stockport Express is out now packed with more features from the area, the business community and includes a new free 24 page property supplement. This weeks supplement includes a look into a luxury 7 bedroom dream property in Marple. … [Read more...]