Australian Super, the country's largest pension fund, is expected to invest an additional £8 billion and take its total investment in the UK to £18 billion by 2030. AustralianSuper currently has around £8 billion already invested in the UK, and holds a further £2.5 billion in UK-listed equities, … [Read more...]
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Green Skills Hub opens at Stockport College
A brand-new Green Skills Hub has opened its doors at Stockport College in a bid to tackle the UK’s green skills gap and boost the region’s net zero push. The facility was officially launched by Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, and will provide Stockport students with a theoretical … [Read more...]
Plans submitted for redevelopment of Stanley Green self-storage facility site after 2022 fire
Planning permission is being sought to build 10 retail units and two drive-through food and drink outlets on Stanley Green Trading Estate following the demolition of the Armadillo self-storage facility. Demolition of the Armadillo self-storage facility took place following severe fire damage to … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester launches energy saving advice service for residents as part of net-zero push
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and partner organisations have announced the launch a new support service to help residents save energy as part of the city-region's efforts to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions by 2038. The Feel the Benefit campaign aims to help residents understand how … [Read more...]
£360 million investment announced for manufacturing and life sciences sectors
The Chancellor has announced a £360 million investment package into the UK's life sciences and manufacturing sectors ahead of the Spring Budget. Funding will go to support organisations and projects delivering technological advances in areas that are key to economic growth, such as health … [Read more...]
EY forecasts widening economic gap between UK regions
Big four accountancy firm, EY, has forecast a return to steady economic growth through 2024 to 2027, but expects the gap between UK regions and London and the South East to widen. In the February EY UK Regional Economic Forecast, the UK overall is expected to see annual average growth of 1.9% … [Read more...]
Marple residents to vote on new local planning guidance
A referendum will take place on 21st March 2024 that will give Marple residents the opportunity to vote on whether the proposed Marple Neighbourhood Plan will be adopted and inform future planning decisions in the village. Developed by the Marple Neighbourhood Forum, a group of volunteer … [Read more...]
Stockport Council reveal name of Stockport’s newest town centre park
The Leader of Stockport Council, Cllr Mark Hunter, has announced the name of Stockport’s new town centre park, the first of its kind in the UK. The new park sits on top of the town’s new Interchange development, and following a public vote held over the Christmas and New Year period, the space … [Read more...]
Further 67 low-emission buses join Bee Network fleet
An additional 67 low-emission buses have been added to the Bee Network fleet as Greater Manchester continues to take back control of its public transport system. Under the city-region's franchising arrangement, which is set to expand to more boroughs on 24th March and reach Stockport by January … [Read more...]
British Business Bank reveals fall in SME equity investment activity in the North West
North West SMEs completed 88 equity deals in Q1-Q3 2023, a 27% decrease compared to the equivalent period in 2022, according to a report from the British Business Bank. The fall in the number of deals comes alongside a 64% fall in total investment, down to £175.3 million in the same period. The … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport jobs fair to highlight over 700 roles
An upcoming jobs fair will showcase over 700 roles at Manchester Airport across roles at the hub ranging from security to hospitality. The free event will take place at Wythenshawe Forum on Wednesday 6th March and give jobseekers the chance to speak directly with more than a dozen employers based … [Read more...]
Nominate your business for the Stockport Rocks! Corporate Volunteer Programme Award
10 years since the last Stockport wide Volunteer Awards Celebration, Stockport Volunteer Hub, Stockport County FC Community Trust, Marketing Stockport and Stockport Council are working together to deliver a celebration worthy of those who dedicate their time to helping others. Nominations are now … [Read more...]
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