Following a hugely successful pilot programme Life Leisure, who run sports and leisure centres across Stockport and are committed to encouraging local people to get more active, have received further funding from Sport England to deliver their unique actiSPORT programme to a further 150 people in … [Read more...]
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ONE MONTH TO GO BEFORE OAKRIDGE LAUNCH STRIDE ON DEC 8th
Oakridge Training are counting down to the launch of STRIDE, Oakridge's new 6 month leadership development programme for female middle managers, that begins on December 8th. The STRIDE leadership development programme examines practical tools and techniques, leadership support and advice to … [Read more...]
OLD TOM IS THE TOP CAT AFTER WINNING GOLD AND BRONZE AT SIBA AWARDS
Robinsons’ iconic beer, Old Tom, continues to cement itself as one of the leading beers in the UK with another set of awards to add to its ever growing list of accolades. The competition, held annually by SIBA (Society of Independent Brewers), judges a selection of regional beers in a blind … [Read more...]
CALL FOR PLAN TO BOOST TOURISM IN THE NORTH
As the Northern Futures Summit takes place in Leeds, Nick Clegg is responding to ideas put forward by the public, which include developing a plan to attract more tourists to the North of England and for tourists to make the most of the stunning countryside, history and culture that the North of … [Read more...]
STARKEY PARTNER WITH THE RAF BENEVOLENT FUND
Stockport Company, Starkey Hearing Technologies, has announced a new partnership with the RAF Benevolent Fund as the nation unites to remember the servicemen and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Beginning on Monday 10th November and through their hearing professional … [Read more...]
C&C HEALTHCARE HIGHLIGHT EMPLOYER’S DUTY OF CARE
C&C Healthcare, part of the C&C Group of Companies, are reminding employers of the duty of care issues they face with employees as work-related stress is highlighted as a major cause. A recent survey published as a result of research conducted by Mind found that workplace stress is … [Read more...]
INVESTMENT CONTINUED FOR SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE NORTH WEST
Small businesses in the north west of England could be set to invest almost £9.4bn into the UK economy in the next 12 months as confidence grows in Britain as a good place to do business According to new research by Yorkshire Bank, issued to mark the start of its third Business Week*, 59% … [Read more...]
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS IN STOCKPORT
Exciting events, festive markets, free parking and late night shopping are just some of the great things on offer in Stockport this Christmas. Celebrations kick off with Merseyway Shopping Centre’s Christmas light switch-on event on Wednesday 12th November. The Council will be providing … [Read more...]
HALLIDAYS MONTHLY NEWSWIRE – LATEST BUSINESS & TAX NEWS
Halliday's have published their latest monthly newswire designed to keep you informed of the latest business and tax issues looking at issues including the changes to access pensions, HMRC collection of debt through tax codes and tax implications for office parties. Pension flexibility In Budget … [Read more...]
AIRPORT CHIEF CHECKS IN AS LATEST SPEAKER AT GM CONFERENCE
Manchester Airport's Chief Executive is the latest speaker announced for The Great Manchester Business Conference 2015. Charlie Cornish, (pictured left) CEO at MAG since 2010, will provide a key note address focused on transport and infrastructure. The £800m Airport City project is sure to … [Read more...]
LEANCONF 2014 BACK FOR SECOND YEAR
Leanconf 2014, a conference designed to help start-ups and entrepreneurs be successful and profitable as quickly as possible, has been brought back into Manchester by two Manchester entrepreneurs for a second year. Leanconf, taking place on Monday, November 17 and Tuesday, November 18, is … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT SCHOOL SCOOPS TOP AWARD
Students and staff at Moat House (PRU) in Stockport are now celebrating after they won the Gold Award in the category of Outstanding School Team of the Year 2014 for their exceptional work. Back in May, the members of the Moat House (PRU) were recognised for their exceptional contribution … [Read more...]