Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is highlighting the benefits of travelling sustainably as part of their Get On Board campaign. The campaign is promoting all modes of sustainable travel, from walking, cycling and wheeling, to catching the bus or the tram. Choosing to walk, wheel or … [Read more...]
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Local charities benefit from almost £40,000 from Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund
22 charities and not-for-profit groups from areas within 10 miles of Manchester Airport are celebrating being awarded grants of up to £3,000 for their projects. The donations follow the latest meeting of trustees of Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund, which has now made more than £4 … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Identifying and harnessing your business’ driving forces
Ahead of their upcoming Rise seminar, Drivers for Growth, Stockport accountants Hallidays explains the factors that contribute to business success. We’ll let you into a secret. You don’t need to be a Bill Gates or a Steve Jobs, or even a Richard Branson, to turn your vision into enviable … [Read more...]
Stockport Council sets its 2024/25 Revenue Budget
Stockport Council has set its 2024/25 Revenue Budget following approval at the Budget Council meeting held on Thursday, 22 February 2024. Cllr Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council, said: “Everybody knows how challenging the financial situation is for local authorities at the moment as the … [Read more...]
New Occupational Health Taskforce to address rising level of in-work sickness
A new Occupational Health Taskforce has been announced to improve employer awareness of the benefits of occupation health in the workplace. The Taskforce will be chaired by experienced health policy advisor, Dame Carol Black, and produce a voluntary occupational health framework for businesses, … [Read more...]
Metrolink to see further £21.4 million investment
More than £20 million will be invested to improve the Metrolink network over the next 12 months, to ensure services remain safe and reliable for years to come. Greater Manchester's tram system is the UK's largest light rail network and currently has 99 stops across 64 miles of track. More than … [Read more...]
Totally Stockport launches #ThisisStockport, a new video for the town centre
The team behind Stockport’s Business Improvement District, have created a new video showcasing the town centre as a vibrant and unique destination. As town centres across the UK face challenging trading conditions, Stockport is experiencing a resurgence. New and quirky cafés, bars and restaurants … [Read more...]
Stockport school nurse shortlisted for Student Nursing Times Award
A recently qualified Stockport school nurse has been shortlisted for a national award recognising her outstanding commitment to learning, and supporting LGBTQ+ pupils and students. Rachel Donnelly (pictured) is now a finalist in the ‘Learner of the Year’ category at this year’s Student Nursing … [Read more...]
Plans submitted for 17 storey apartment scheme on town centre pub site
Plans have been submitted for a 17 storey apartment block of 76 homes to be built on the site of The George pub in Stockport town centre. Developers, Provincial Land, are proposing demolishing the existing pub, which has been closed since 2017, on the corner of Heaton Lane and the A6 Wellington … [Read more...]
New research highlights salary boost of digital skills bootcamps
Tech skills offered by government-backed Skills Bootcamps can lead to jobs with average salaries exceeding £70,000, new research has revealed. Research from Barclays Eagle Labs and Beauhurst, and funded by DSIT’s Digital Growth Grant reveal that roles in technology overall pay an average of 55% … [Read more...]
Together announces strong quarterly profits, further loan book growth
Cheadle-headquartered property lender, Together, has posted a profit of £47.7 million in the quarter to December 31st, as its loan book increased to £6.8 billion. The financial group, which was founded 50 years ago has become one of the leading UK’s non-bank lenders, announced average monthly … [Read more...]
Handforth health club chain reports strong revenue growth
Handforth Dean-based health club chain, Total Fitness, saw its revenues grow to nearly £40 million in 12 months to June 2023, its latest financial results have revealed. Annual revenues grew to £39.9 million (up from £36 million in the previous year) at the gym group, which has 15 sites across … [Read more...]
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