Stunning Stockport scenery is showcased in the Vernon's 2015 calendar for good causes. Vernon Building Society have created a 2015 calendar featuring stunning photographs of the Stockport area by local photographers, all of whom have given their images free of charge as the calendar will … [Read more...]
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STOCKPORT SUPPORTS STEPS TO BRING EMPTY BUILDINGS BACK TO LIFE
The Government has announced plans to see abandoned buildings brought back to life in a renewed effort to tackle a chronic problem where vast sites in Northern towns and cities become empty and unused for long periods of time, making areas look blighted. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg wants to … [Read more...]
UK SMES SMART CITIES SOLUTIONS CHALLENGE LAUNCHED
The UK China smart cities project funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth office is seeking to establish a strong relationship with a small number of UK SMEs working in the smart city market. The UK-China Smartcities project aims To produce a blueprint for smart green city governance that will … [Read more...]
STARRING ROLE FOR HAT WORKS
Stockport's Hat Works tourist attraction, dedicated to the hatting industry, will be promoted to a new Asian audience as it is set to star on a Chinese Travel Channel. The Chinese production company spent an afternoon filming at Hat Works on Wednesday 26th November for their travel show and will … [Read more...]
MDT-UK FUNDRAISING ACROSS THE UK
Over the past few weeks, MAN Diesel & Turbo UK Ltd staff in Stockport and Colchester have been generously donating to four fantastic causes. £221.81 was raised for Children In Need £241.51 was raised for Wear It Pink £126.21 was raised for the Poppy Appeal … [Read more...]
BUILDING MANAGER AT ORBIT MAKES A SPLASH FOR RNLI
Malcolm Bailey from Orbit Developments has completed his Land’s End to John O’Groats bike ride and raised a fantastic £4,180 for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. He covered 961 miles in 12 days as planned, meeting other ‘end to enders’ on route and with 17 … [Read more...]
E-CIGARETTES IN THE WORKPLACE POSE A CHALLENGE FOR EMPLOYERS
The rise of the e-cigarette in the workplace is posing a challenge for employers as regulation hides behind a fog of unclear direction leaving employers to decide on an appropriate policy for the use of e-cigarettes in the workplace. UK sales of e-cigarettes have quadrupled during 2013, to an … [Read more...]
FREE BREAKFAST SEMINAR: PROTECTING YOUR WEALTH
Many of us work hard to build up our businesses and our wealth for us to enjoy with our family, friends and colleagues and securing a bright future. But have we considered the ‘what if’ factor? The question no one likes to think about is “what will happen if I die”? On … [Read more...]
FRAUDULENT CLAIMS COSTS UK HOUSEHOLDS AN ADDITIONAL £50 EACH YEAR!
Fraudulent claims are costing every UK household an additional £50 through increased premiums, according to the Association of British Insurers. The ABI reported that fake car crashes are the biggest cause pushing the level to a record £1.3bn in 2013, an increase of 18% on the … [Read more...]
LOCAL COMPANY CONFIRM PRIMARY AUTHORITY AGREEMENT
Stockport Council has confirmed a Primary Authority agreement with a local motor company that will benefit customers. Dace Motor Company Ltd is the latest Stockport based business to sign a Primary Authority agreement with the Council’s Trading Standards team, which promotes … [Read more...]
CBI SUGGESTS MEASURES FOR CHANCELLOR’S AUTUMN STATEMENT FOR CONTINUED RECOVERY
The Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne will give his annual Autumn Statement to Parliament on 3 December 2014 providing an update on the government's plans for the economy based on the latest forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility. Against a backdrop of solid UK growth but … [Read more...]
CHRISTMAS STARTS IN STOCKPORT WITH FESTIVE FRINGE WEEKEND
Stockport Old Town's Festive Fringe takes place this weekend with a sackful of entertainment for the whole family. Sponsored by Robinsons Brewery and supported by the Portas Delivery Group, Festive Fringe begins in the Market Place on Friday with Foodie Friday and the Christmas lights switch … [Read more...]