Greater Manchester has once again been named as top Large UK City for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the FDI Intelligence European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024 report. In the assessment of over 500 locations across Europe, the ranking once again recognises the city-region's strengths … [Read more...]
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Stockport’s night-time economy retains Purple Flag accreditation
Stockport has retained its prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The internationally-recognised accolade is awarded to areas that provide a vibrant and diverse mix of dining, entertainment and culture, while also promoting the safety and … [Read more...]
Young entrepreneurs secure over £100 million financing via Start Up Loans scheme
Business owners aged 18-24 have been provided with more than £100 million financing from the Start Up Loans scheme since 2012, with the North-west's young entrepreneurs receiving the highest volume of loans outside London. More than 15,000 loans have been provided to applicants under the age of … [Read more...]
Stockport Council teams shortlisted for LGC Awards 2024
Work done by teams and individuals at Stockport Council has been recognised with shortlistings at the Local Government Chronicle’s LGC Awards 2024. The LGC Awards recognise excellence in local government across the country, and has named Stockport finalists in four categories. Teams and … [Read more...]
Plans submitted for Burger King to become latest brand to return to Stockport town centre
A planning application has been submitted for a Burger King drive-through restaurant to be built on a vacant site off Great Portwood Street in Stockport town centre. The application makes Burger King the latest major brand to share intentions to return to the town centre after the closure of the … [Read more...]
Hallidays HR highlights employment law changes coming in 2024
With substantial shifts expected in 2024, Stockport's Hallidays HR delve into the six crucial employment law changes businesses need to be aware of this year. The Equality Act 2010 (Amendment) Regulations 2023 The Equality Act has been amended to protect certain rights against discrimination … [Read more...]
UK economy entered recession in second half of 2023
The UK economy entered a technical recession in second half of 2023, after recording two consecutive quarters of negative growth, the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has confirmed. The latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures from the ONS reveal the UK economy contracted by 0.3% in the … [Read more...]
New employment platform launches for Greater Manchester
A new platform to help people find local employment, search for courses, and find localised support across Greater Manchester has been launched, delivered by The Growth Company on behalf of Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). EmployGM will signpost people to a host of local support … [Read more...]
Merseyway Innovation Centre “ticks all the boxes” for growing businesses
Despite having only opened its doors in November, the Merseyway Innovation Centre in Stockport has announced it is already at more than a third of its capacity. Businesses taking space at the centre, which has repurposed unused retail units in the Merseyway Shopping Centre, have praised cited the … [Read more...]
Trafford & Stockport College Group invites employers to ‘Shape the Future of Skills’
Trafford & Stockport College Group has joined forces with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce to bring together local businesses to discuss the future of skills. The upcoming ‘Shape The Future Of Skills’ event focus on technical education reforms and engage businesses to support … [Read more...]
Date confirmed for Stockport Business Awards launch event
On Tuesday 26th March, founders, organisers and main sponsors CN Chartered Accountants will be hosting a launch event for the 2024 Stockport Business Awards. Guests at the launch event will have the opportunity to network with people within the Stockport business community and hear all about what … [Read more...]
Inflation holds at 4% despite energy price cap rise
The Consumer Price Index (CPI), the Office of National Statistics' (ONS) headline rate of inflation, has held at 4% in January, despite forecasts predicting a small rise. A small rise in inflation in January had been expected as a result of the increase in Ofgem's energy price cap pushing up … [Read more...]
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