An increase in dog attacks has led one local dog trainer to take the initiative to launch a safe play education programme to teaching children to play Woody’s Way. Tracy Chapman, a Dog Trainer & Behavioural expert with 14 years experience, runs Academy 4 Dogs - the highly … [Read more...]
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THE FA CUP PAYS A VISIT TO ROBINSONS BREWERY
Join Robinsons football legend Peter Barnes at Robinsons Visitor Centre next Friday for a perfect match of football & beer! The Robinson family are delighted to announce that we have secured the FA Cup, courtesy of Manchester FA on Friday 7th February at Robinsons Visitors Centre, Apsley … [Read more...]
HOME SAFETY SCHEME HELPS PROTECT TODDLERS
In a bid to keep toddlers injury free at home Stockport Council has teamed up with Stockport Homes to offer the Home Safety Scheme. The scheme offers eligible Stockport Homes tenants who are parents the opportunity to have stair-gates, drawer and cupboard locks, fireguards and blind cord … [Read more...]
NEW HOME FOR A FAMILY IN STOCKPORT
A Stockport family will benefit from a new home as a result of the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities (AGMA) ‘Empty to Plenty’ scheme. The house in Larkhill Road, Stockport had been empty for over seven years before it was purchased and fully refurbished using funding made … [Read more...]
BRITISH CHAMBER of TRADE ISSUE SURVEY TO UK BUSINESSES
The British Chambers of Commerce and the Accredited Chamber of Commerce Network have distributed a survey to UK businesses to help them to understand the issues and challenges facing business today. The organisations support and advise businesses as they seek out and develop new … [Read more...]
RYANAIR TO ALLOCATE SEATS ON ALL FLIGHTS
Ryanair, a European low fares airline, have confirmed that all Ryanair flights will operate with allocated seats, allowing all Ryanair customers to choose their preferred seats in advance. Ryanair customers can select their preferred allocated seat either when booking or when checking-in … [Read more...]
UNIVERSITY APPLICANTS REACH RECORD HIGH
Figures released by UCAS show that the number of 18-year olds in England applying to university has reached a record high. The application rate for 18-year-olds in England has increased to its highest ever level of 34.8%. The rate of disadvantaged young people in England has also increased to its … [Read more...]
PUBLIC OPINION SOUGHT AS PHASE 2 PLANS RELEASED FOR STOCKPORT EXCHANGE
Stockport Council and Muse Developments are seeking feedback and opinion as they present their proposals for the second phase of development at Stockport Exchange. Phase 1 of the development - a 1,000 space multi-storey car park - is nearly complete and will open later this month. Phase 2 … [Read more...]
RBS ADVISE ON ‘HOW TO OVERCOME BARRIERS TO EXPORT’
Despite the obvious gains to be made, many small businesses remain overly cautious about exporting overseas. The Royal Bank of Scotland's Business team in Stockport are reporting that 'the world can be your oyster', providing insight and analysis from the British Chambers of Commerce and … [Read more...]
FAIRHURST ESTATES LAUNCH RED ROCK FM
Fairhurst Estates Limited, Stockport based property management and commercial agents, has launched a new division to its business - Red Rock Facilities Management - to provide a complete UK wide facilities and property management service. Red Rock FM operates as a virtual business partner, … [Read more...]
BUSINESS CONFIDENCE ON THE RISE IN THE NORTH
Business confidence is on the rise in much of the north, according to a recent report. The Grant Thornton Business Confidence Monitor suggests Northern England has the most positive business leaders in the country scoring 35.9 out of 40, a significant jump from Q2 when they scored just … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT’S CANTERBURY KIT MAKER TO SUPPLY IRISH RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION
A multi million Euro deal unites two huge brands until 2020 as leading sports clothing brand 'Canterbury of New Zealand' has been announced as the new kit supplier to the Irish Rugby Football Union. Housed in Houldsworth Mill, Stockport, the new multi-million euro deal announced today unites … [Read more...]