The June edition of the Manchester Monitor highlights that the strong performance of the UK economy is being mirrored in Greater Manchester, with business start-ups on the rise and the number of people claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance still falling. House prices and sales are also increasing in … [Read more...]
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ROBINSONS CONTINUE TO INVEST IN PUB ESTATE
The Three Crowns, Hurdsfield, is toasting to a new look following a substantial investment from Robinsons Brewery and pub licensee Tracy Pascoe. The pub, located a stone's throw away from Macclesfield town centre, was taken over by experienced publican Tracy in October 2013 who has since … [Read more...]
CLOUD 9 WARNING OVER ‘GAME OVER ZEUS’ VIRUS DANGER
The UK has a "two-week period" to protect itself from a major computer virus that could give hackers access to sensitive information - costing the country millions of pounds, the National Crime Agency has said. Cloud 9 Hosts know that UK business is at risk NOW and the Virus, known as "Game Over … [Read more...]
HALLIDAYS RESPONDS TO RESEARCH WITH FRESH NEW LOOK
Hallidays, have launched their new look and website. 10 years of client feedback has seen Hallidays always score highly on ‘Personal Attention’ and ‘Approachability’ as the top two things their clients like about them. This transparent feedback has been shared … [Read more...]
HIGH ENERGY DONATION BY FOCUSED NUTRITION
Healthy snack specialist Focused Nutrition has donated 200 energy bars to charity riders Team RedBlack for next week's Etape De Yorkshire cycle challenge.Focused Nutrition is based in Stockport, Cheshire, and is best known for its Applejack and FiveaDay ranges of healthy-option flapjacks sold … [Read more...]
AWARD FOR STOCKPORT HOMES
Stockport Homes has been recognised at the prestigious Housing Excellence awards as best social landlord (medium sized) in the country. The winners were announced at a ceremony at the Lancashire County Cricket Club in Manchester on 14 May. The Housing Excellence awards highlight and reward those … [Read more...]
GORVINS SUPPORT GENESIS RESEARCH TRUST
The team at Stockport-based Gorvins Solicitors has chosen the Genesis Research Trust as its charity of the year and committed to a series of fundraising events to support the cause. To kick off its fundraising drive 14 members of the team took part in the Great Manchester Run and raised … [Read more...]
POCHIN APPOINTED TO £1.1M FOUR HEATONS REGENERATION SCHEME
Construction firm Pochin has been appointed by Stockport Council to develop a £1.1m scheme on Didsbury Road in Stockport. The regeneration project will replace the derelict Four Heatons pub with a 3,900 sq ft retail unit to be fitted out as a food store and eight apartments, due to … [Read more...]
ROGUE EMPLOYERS FACE BIGGER PENALTIES IN MINIMUM WAGE ENFORCEMENT PLANS
Employers who do not pay their workers the National Minimum Wage will face penalties of up to £20,000 per employee, the Government is expected to announce this week in the Queen's Speech. Under the reform employers will be given penalties of up to £20,000 for each individual worker … [Read more...]
SIMPLY HEALTH DONATE £4000TO ST. ANN’S HOSPICE
Healthcare providers Simplyhealth have made a donation of £4,000 to St Ann's Hospice as part of National Carers Week. Half of the donation has been put towards the charity's 'Pay For A Day' scheme, and covers the cost of one day's care at the Neil Cliffe Centre at Wythenshawe Hospital and … [Read more...]
FINALIST IN SKILLS FOR BUSINESS AWARD
Stockport Homes has been named as a finalist in two categories at this year's Skills for Business Awards. The winners will be announced at a ceremony on Thursday 3 July at The Hilton, Manchester and will be hosted by Dara O Briain, comedian and host of the BBC's The Apprentice You're Fired! … [Read more...]
AIRPORT CITY MANCHESTER APPOINTS WEBER SHANDWICK
Stockport boasts excellent transport connectivity, Manchester Airport providing wide range of opportunities for the region. With the ongoing developments at Airport City this has created considerable international partnerships that will benefit Stockport, it's business community and the North West … [Read more...]