A lack of basic tech skills is having a negative impact on productivity in nearly four in ten firms according to UK research from Sharp. The insights from over 500 UK small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) see the ability to use everyday tools effectively, such as the Microsoft 365 suite of … [Read more...]
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Blueprint published for transforming transport infrastructure in the North
Transport for the North (TfN) has published its ambitious plans for sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the North, enabled by improvements to transport infrastructure. TfN's Strategic Transport Plan was approved at the sub-national transport body's most recent Board Meeting in Leeds by … [Read more...]
Direct flights to launch between Manchester Airport and Shanghai
Economic and cultural links between the North-west and China are to benefit from the launch of direct flights between Manchester Airport and Shanghai. Juneyao Air's new service, first announced in 2019 but postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will launch on 1st July, running three-times … [Read more...]
Cash Access UK opens Bramhall Banking Hub
Cash Access UK, the organisation set up to protect nationwide access to cash, has confirmed that Bramhall’s Banking Hub will officially open on Friday 5 April at 11am. The Hub is located at Unit 16 and 17 Village Square in the village centre, and will offer a a counter service operated by the … [Read more...]
Finalists revealed for #MadeInStockport Awards 2024
The finalists have been revealed for the 2024 #MadeInStockport Awards, which celebrate and showcase artisan and creative industries and businesses in the town. Over 200 businesses have been nominated across nine categories, with voting now open for Stockport residents to choose their winners from … [Read more...]
Increase to VAT threshold takes effect
An uplifted VAT threshold of £90,000 has taken effect from 1st April 2024 that is expected to lift 28,000 small businesses out of paying VAT. The £5,000 increase in the threshold was announced in the Spring Budget and puts the UK's VAT threshold at the joint highest level of any OECD … [Read more...]
Operators confirmed to run Stockport Bee Network bus services from January 2025
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has awarded contracts to operate the final round of Bee Network services in Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and remaining parts of Manchester and Salford. Currently around 50% of services – in Wigan, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford and parts of … [Read more...]
Azets expands in North West with medical accounting acquisition
Azets, the international advisory, outsourcing and compliance group, with seven regional offices across the North West of England including in Stockport, has announced the acquisition of RSM UK’s specialist medical accounting team. The transaction underlines Azets’ commitment to become the UK’s … [Read more...]
Double shortlisting for Stockport Council and Stockport MDC
Stockport Council and Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) have been shortlisted for the prestigious MJ and Pineapple Awards respectively. The nominations follow on from the Council also this year being a finalist at the LGC, iNetwork, and Purple Flag Awards, and comes just weeks after … [Read more...]
Stockport freelancers and small businesses invited to graphic design and digital marketing workshops
A series of workshops on the basics of graphic design and digital marketing aimed at freelancers and small businesses are taking place in Stockport. Run by MadLab as part of its Make Stuff project which also included a number of activities as part of the borough's Town of Culture DigiFest … [Read more...]
Low Pay Commission recommends National Living Wage for over-18s
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has advised the government to take steps towards uplifting minimum pay for those aged 18-20 to bring it in line with the National Living Wage. In its report published on 27th March, the LPC has recommended considering the case for reducing the NLW age of eligibility, … [Read more...]
Planning approval for new £350 million Stockport data centre
Kao Data, the specialist developer and operator of data centres engineered for AI and advanced computing, has been granted planning permission by Stockport Council to proceed with its new, 40MW, sustainable data centre in Kenwood Point, Reddish. Described as a significant investment for Stockport … [Read more...]
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