Stockport Council is warning residents to be on their guard against scam calls about Council Tax. The scam works by an email being sent from REFUND@direct.gov.uk claiming individuals are eligible for a Council Tax refund and asks for confidential bank and credit card details and passwords. The … [Read more...]
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PRIVATE EQUITY DEALS IN NORTH WEST SECOND ONLY TO LONDON IN 2013
The private equity buyout market in the North West was reportedly the UK’s second most active last year, according to the latest published data from Centre for Management Buyout Research (CMBOR). Their research revealed that in the North West area alone a total of 34 deals worth … [Read more...]
FESTIVE SHOPPERS AT STOCKPORT’S MERSEYWAY HITS FOUR YEAR HIGH
Increasing consumer confidence is reflected by rising number of visitors as Christmas shopping footfall figures for Merseyway shopping centre in Stockport have hit their highest level since 2009. In the trading week before Christmas Day more than 216,000 people visited the centre – an … [Read more...]
MIDSHIRE’S NICK ROSE SHORTLISTED FOR ‘MANCHESTER CHAMPION’ AWARD
Midshire’s Sales Manager Nick Rose has been shortlisted for the “Manchester Champion” category of the 2014 Made in Manchester Awards. The Manchester Champion category is aimed at an outstanding individual who has volunteered in the local community or with a Manchester based … [Read more...]
LATEST – ROADWORKS UPDATE FOR STOCKPORT
Below is a list of the latest roadworks in Stockport taking place from this weekend into next month and affecting pedestrians and drivers around Stockport. Stockport Council will be carrying out footway improvements to Milford Grove in Offerton. The work is due to start on 13th … [Read more...]
CHRISTMAS SALES UP AS ONLINE GROWS BY NEARLY 20 PERCENT
Christmas sales in 2013 were slightly up by 0.4% on 2012 as online sales grew by a massive 20%, according to the latest figures released by the British Retail Consortium, as online sales now account for nearly 1 in 5 products bought. Health & Beauty and Clothing had a strong finish to the … [Read more...]
ROBINSONS REVEAL 2014 SEASONAL LINE-UP
After a momentous 2013, Robinsons Brewery are now looking ahead to the next 12 months with the launch of 6 innovative seasonal brews, each designed to tantalize your taste buds throughout 2014. These handcrafted ales will be available for a limited time of two months… giving beer lovers the … [Read more...]
GET INVOLVED – GIVE YOUR VIEWS ON STOCKPORT TOWN CENTRE
Stockport residents and businesses are encouraged to attend a workshop to give their views on Stockport town centre and how they use it. The workshop, which is being held on Wednesday 29th January, will run between 6pm and 8pm at Stockport Town Hall. Facilitated by Marketing Manchester, the … [Read more...]
BAKERS VAULTS SET TO RISE AGAIN!
Following the sudden closure of the Bakers Vaults, located at the heart of Stockport, at Christmas, pub owners Robinsons Brewery have confirmed that the Bakers Vaults WILL re-open in 2014. Former pub licensees Yvonne and Tony Martin decided to close their doors over the Christmas period and … [Read more...]
BUSINESSES EMBRACE CONTENT SUPPORT
Stockport Express editor Paul Harrison kicks off Content Academy 2014 with his popular ‘how to write great copy’ course next Thursday 16th January. Book your place here Since its launch in October the new training school from Souter PR has attracted interest from over 50 … [Read more...]
VISIT THE WEB FOR CHILDCARE SERVICES in STOCKPORT
Stockport Council is making it even easier for parents to find information about childcare services in the borough. Families searching for childcare and information about other children’s services in Stockport should visit www.stockport.gov.uk/earlyyears Choosing childcare is a … [Read more...]
THIS WEEK’S STOCKPORT EXPRESS – BUSINESS NEWS OUT NOW
This week's Stockport Express Business News pages include Local Business Women launch 'Remarkable Thinking' to support Stockport parents; MRL Healthcare to create 150 new jobs in Stockport; Digital ID launch new wristband for gym users and Meridian Motor Group start work on new showroom. … [Read more...]