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...]
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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...]
STOCKPORT BREWER – NEW GLUTEN FREE LADIES BEER
Greens in Stockport, producers of gluten free beers, are soon to launch a new gluten free beer aimed at the female drinker. Greens’ beers are already ideal for people suffering from coeliac disease, vegetarians or those on gluten free diets for health and weight loss benefits. The new … [Read more...]
EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES TO BE INTRODUCED IN 2013
The government intends to introduce a charging structure to the employment tribunal system. Following lengthy consultation these charges are set to commence in the summer of 2013. In 2011 the coalition government announced that it proposed to introduce fees into employment tribunals as part of … [Read more...]
COUNCIL SUPPORTS FOSTERING INITIATIVE
Stockport Council has teamed up with other local authorities across the North West as part of an initiative to urge people to make 2013 a life-changing year by becoming a foster carer. The ‘You Can Foster’ initiative encourages people from all walks of life to consider how they … [Read more...]
HALLIDAYS RELEASE LATEST NEWSWIRE
Hallidays, the Stockport based chartered accountants and business advisors, have released their first newsletter of 2013. Hallidays Newswire looks at topical issues that may affect your business and may have an impact on your business decisions. The latest newswire includes the … [Read more...]
MARY PORTAS VISITS STOCKPORT AND MEETS THE PIONEERING TOWN TEAM
Mary Portas has been enjoying the sights and sounds, and tastes, of Stockport during a recent visit to the town. Portas, who carried out an independent review of high streets, visited Stockport to learn about exciting developments in the town following its selection as a ‘Portas … [Read more...]
LATEST STOCKPORT ROADWORKS INFORMATION
The following roadworks are taking place or scheduled to take place: Stockport Road West between the junctions of The Broadway and Lower Bents Lane will go down to a single lane to allow footway repairs. The work is due to be completed by 30th January and the lane closures apply between 9.30am … [Read more...]
GMP – CALL FOR PUBLIC TO HELP FIGHT TERRORISM
The new head of the North West Counter Terrorism Unit (NW CTU) is urging communities across the North West of England to support the police in the fight against terrorism. In a week-long campaign, the NW CTU will encourage people working and living in the North West region to … [Read more...]
STOCKPORT APS GROUP WINS RSPCA CONTRACT
Marketing solutions provider, APS Group has won a three-year, multi-million pound print management contract with animal welfare charity the RSPCA. As part of the deal, APS Group will manage and produce all print materials for the RSPCA, including direct mail, promotional leaflets, banners and … [Read more...]