Stockport Council is inviting local community groups to come forward with proposals to run a new leisure facility in Heaton Moor. Following an extensive consultation, the Council listened to local people’s views and earmarked part of the former Peel Moat site for a brand new sports … [Read more...]
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STOCKPORT LAW FIRM COMPLETES £100 MILLION OF DEALS IN 2012
The corporate team at Stockport law firm SAS Daniels’ has completed deals totalling more than £100 million in the last year, despite the challenging economic environment. The corporate team, which is led by partner Jeremy Orrell and commercial team led by Kaye Whitby, clocked-up … [Read more...]
COUNCIL TAX SCAM WARNING IN STOCKPORT
Stockport Council today issued a new warning to residents to be on their guard against scam phone calls regarding Council Tax bands. Dozens of residents throughout the borough have contacted the Council’s Trading Standards team reporting to have been phoned by companies who offered to … [Read more...]
BIG WEEK FOR THE GMP iPhone APP
Greater Manchester Police's new iPhone app is off to a flying start with almost 6,000 downloads in the first week. The new app, which uses geo-location technology to allow people to become crimefighters and to get closer to their local neighbourhood policing teams, is the first of its kind for … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT COLLEGE SEEKING APPRENTICES
Stockport College has issued a list of vacancies for apprentices in companies across Stockport and south Manchester. These opportunities are open to young people looking to enter a career. The successful applicants are based in businesses and paid a weekly wage while training for a recognised … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT EVICTED TRADER WINS IN COURT OF APPEAL
The Court of Appeal has awarded a Greater Manchester businesswoman, who was unlawfully evicted from her sandwich shop, damages of £9,079 after a four-year legal battle. The award on Wednesday 20 January compensated Sheila Grange for losses she suffered due to the action of her landlords … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT TOY COMPANY NEW PRODUCT RANGE
Stockport company The Character Group has revealed that the new product ranges unveiled at international trade fairs in London and the Far East have been well-received. To view the full range of products visit http://www.character-online.com/ Try out the Character World fun page here - … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT BOSS TONY HUGHES JOINS ALL PARLIAMENTARY GROUP
Stockport businessman Tony Hughes, Chief Executive of Hughes Safety Showers, has accepted an invitation to join the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Trade and Investment as a member of the Advisory Panel. Tony Hughes - Hughes Safety … [Read more...]
M.A.G – HIGH SPEED RAIL HS2 GOOD FOR NORTH WEST ECONOMY
High speed rail will create jobs and boost the northern economy, say local authority leaders and businesses. The Greater Manchester Combined Authorities including Stockport MBC, Manchester City Council and the Transport for Greater Manchester Committee, along with M.A.G, the parent company … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT COMPANY GETS GREEN LIGHT
Brian Davies, Managing Director, of Stockport based Green Light Energy Solutions Ltd, has announced that his company has become one of the first in the North West to become an official Green Deal Installer for Solar PV. The Green Deal is a new way for owners and tenants to pay for a range of … [Read more...]
TENONS JOINS SOUTH MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL TRADE FORUM
South Manchester International Trade Forum, a partnership between Stockport Council, UKTI and RBS, are pleased to announce that Tenons have joined the forum. They will be holding a number of events throughout 2013 open to businesses in Stockport and across South Manchester. Evidence shows that … [Read more...]
CHANGES TO PAYE – INTRODUCING RTI FROM APRIL 2013
HMRC is introducing changes to the PAYE process from April 2013. Real Time Information (RTI) is aimed at improving the operation of PAYE (Pay As You Earn). Currently, if you're an employer operating PAYE you submit an end-of-year return to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). In … [Read more...]