Another construction milestone has been celebrated in the completion of the new Emergency and Urgent Care Campus at Stepping Hill Hospital to help enhance local care. Building contractors Tilbury Douglas have completed the handover of the temporary ‘Majors’ Department which will eventually become … [Read more...]
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Busiest January on record for Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport had its busiest ever January, with 1.8 million passengers flying from its terminals in the second consecutive record-breaking month. Dubai was the most popular destination for travellers in January, with winter sun seekers heading there either to enjoy its attractions or to … [Read more...]
Cyber security experts to share insights with Stockport Digital Business Network
Experts from Greater Manchester’s Digital Security Hub and local cyber security businesses will share their insights with the Stockport Digital Business Network when it meets next on 15th March. Digital businesses based in Stockport are invited to The Light Cinema on Friday 15 March 2024 (11.00am … [Read more...]
New biodiversity rules take effect for major housing schemes
New rules have come into effect that will require housing developers to demonstrate biodiversity gains of their schemes as part of the planning process. Biodiversity Net Gain rules will require developers in England to both minimise their impact on nature, and to create new habitats or enhance … [Read more...]
Gatley Golf Club housing plans rejected by councillors
Stockport Council's Planning & Highways Regulation Committee have rejected outline planning permission for a housing development of over 270 new homes to go ahead at Gatley Golf Club. Plans were first tabled in 2021 to seek planning permission a development of 278 new homes on the 44-acre … [Read more...]
Plans progress on Marple Leisure and Community Hub following consultation feedback
Stockport Council has published its response to public feedback on plans for a new Leisure and Community Hub in Marple, with a formal planning submission expected in March 2024. The project is being supported by a £20 million of Capital Levelling Up funding, with the scheme also set to include a … [Read more...]
Key appointment drives growth for Stockport retail group
Stockport based retail group, Parfetts has promoted Leona Starzec to a key account manager to support the growth of its off-license symbol fascia, The Local. Leona (pictured) joined Parfetts in August 2023, and her hard work in supporting retailers is recognised in the promotion. She will report … [Read more...]
Consultation launches on plans to end road deaths in Greater Manchester
An online survey has launched on the city-region's 'Vision Zero' plans to end deaths and life-changing injuries on Greater Manchester roads by 2040. The consultation launched 12th February on the GM Consult website, and will run for four weeks to give stakeholders and local residents the … [Read more...]
Defence group announces over 1,500 apprentice and graduate roles across North-west
Defence manufacturer, BAE Systems, has announced it is currently recruiting for over 1,500 apprentice and entry-level graduate roles across its North-west sites. Nationally, the group has over 2,700 open roles nationwide, with the currently recruitment drive following a £180 million investment in … [Read more...]
Handelsbanken yields record UK annual results
Local relationship bank Handelsbanken has reported its best ever UK annual results, despite a challenging economic backdrop both at home and abroad. Handelsbanken’s relationship-driven model and emphasis on customer satisfaction has proved resilient, with the bank posting its highest ever income, … [Read more...]
Passengers between Manchester Airport and China more than double within six months
New figures show a jump in the number of passengers between Manchester Airport and Beijing in the second half 2023 as the airport prepares to mark Lunar New Year. Hainan Airlines brought back its flights to the Chinese capital in late 2022 after a hiatus during the Covid-19 pandemic, and … [Read more...]
Stockport expands pioneering Mockingbird fostering model
Stockport Council’s fostering service has launched its fifth Mockingbird family hub constellation, which will bring foster carers and the young people they support together as an extended family support network. Mockingbird is a pioneering programme led by The Fostering Network and funded by the … [Read more...]
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