The PC Support Group opens in the town with new remote monitoring capabilities to deliver maximum benefit for small businesses A level of support technology usually only enjoyed by large corporates is being made available to SMEs in Stockport for the first time this week. The … [Read more...]
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SCHOOL COOK SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL AWARD
A school cook employed by Solutions SK, a Stockport Council wholly owned company has been shortlisted for a national award. Emma Atkinson the head cook at Lark Hill Primary School in Edgeley has been chosen to go through to the next stage of the Local Authorities Caterers Association (LACA) … [Read more...]
New Bridge over M56 connects Metrolink with Airport
The M56 has re-opened after the installation of a new bridge as part of the Metrolink tram line extension connecting Metrolink withManchester Airport. The HIghways agency said closing the motorway on Saturday night between junctions five and two was essential to ensure the safety of road users; … [Read more...]
UK WEBSITES failing to comply with EU Cookie law
Only 12% of the top British websites are complying with the EU Cookie Directive with an on-screen pop-up banner or tab infroming users about use of 'cookies' on the website. But while this figure may be low, the report also found that NONE of the top sites in France of Germany had taken any steps … [Read more...]
Discount December predicted as retail sales remain weak
'Discount December' is predicted as retail sales remain slow across some UK retailers so it is time to support local retailers and 'Shop Stockport'. David McCorquodale, head of retail at KPMG, warns that tough Christmas trading conditions in the UK are likely to spark early discounting on high … [Read more...]
Chamber organises first festive carol service
GREATER Manchester Chamber of Commerce is holding its first ever carol service at Manchester Cathedral next week.The carol service for the business community was the brainchild of chief executive Clive Memmott, with the aim of bringing businesses together to celebrate the season of … [Read more...]
Stockport County win gives the town a boost
A great start to the week thanks to Stockport County's team. The team delivered a fantastic 6 - 0 win over Osset Town to help book their place in the FA Trophy second round. Well done! … [Read more...]
SUCCESSFUL YOUNG APPRENTICE COMPETITION
Students from across the borough took part in Stockport Council’s Young Apprentice competition. The event was held at Edgeley Park on Wednesday 21st November and gave pupils the chance to show their entrepreneurial and team working skills. 20 teams of gifted and talented students from … [Read more...]
CDL’s new head office approved
Insurance software company CDL has been granted planning permission from Stockport Council to build a 100,000 sq ft office campus at King's Reach. CDL bought the 4.5-acre site off Seddon Developments next to its current Strata House headquarters in Kings Reach, where it has been based since … [Read more...]
FIREFIGHTERS Cheadle Blues involved with ROC Cafe
FIREFIGHTERS from Cheadle Fire Station are helping make the communities they serve an even better place to live by getting involved in a new range of activities for the area's children. Blue Watch from Cheadle went along and spent some time with a group of five to 11-year-olds at the Adswood … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport World Logistics Hub
Manchester Airport's £100 million World Logistics Hub has secured planning permission. The outline planning application was approved by the Planning and Highways Committee at a meeting of Manchester City Council yesterday (22 November). Bosses at the airport said that the new hub, which … [Read more...]
Fantastic Christmas offers from Robinsons
Robinsons Brewery bring you a great range of corporate and personal gift ideas for Christmas. Plus use the festive promotional code - Cheers12 - for 20% off orders equalling or greater than £50*. Last day of ordering is Wednesday 19th December. Click the picture below for more … [Read more...]