The numbers of apprenticeship starts in key sectors of the Greater Manchester economy are not sufficient to bridge skills gaps, according to findings of a new report published by Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC). The analysis, conducted as part of the Chamber's Local Skills … [Read more...]
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Gorvins renews sponsorship of North West Family Business Awards 2024
Stockport law firm, Gorvins Solicitors, will continue their sponsorship in 2024 of the North West Family Business Awards. This year's event will be held on Friday 10th May at Bolton Wanderers Football Club and sees one of the firm's partners, Christian Mancier, once again serving on the judging … [Read more...]
Stockport firm develops new product to cut plastic waste in agricultural sector
Stockport-headquartered manufacturer, Fibrestar Drums, has developed a new edible packaging for animal feed to address plastic waste in the farming sector. Fibrestar Drums worked alongside the GM Business Growth Hub’s Innovation team on Nestub, a fully biodegradable and edible packaging solution … [Read more...]
Stockport NHS research team supports groundbreaking study into reducing hospitalisation of infants with respiratory infections
Over 500 babies in the North West, including 60 from families in Stockport supported by the local NHS Trust's Research and Innovation department, have played their part in a groundbreaking NIHR-supported study which has found that a single dose of a treatment for a respiratory infection in infants … [Read more...]
Consultation launches on plans to boost terrorism preparedness for venues
A six-week consultation has launched on proposals that will require events spaces and venues to have proportionate plans in place to protect the public from terrorism. Dubbed Martyn's Law for Stockport-born Martyn Hett who was among the 22 killed during the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, the new … [Read more...]
Rail Minister addresses Transport for the North Conference
Rail Minister, Huw Merriman, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the government's investment plans in infrastructure in the region at the annual Transport for the North (TfN) Conference. The sold-out event took place at Hilton Liverpool City Centre on Monday February 5th, and brought … [Read more...]
Digital and technology workshops and events planned in Stockport throughout February
A series of workshops and events are taking place throughout February to give Stockport residents the opportunity to experience new digital technologies first-hand. The Make Stuff workshops form part of Stockport Council’s Digi Fest, which runs throughout February, and also as part of Stockport’s … [Read more...]
Stockport business community invited to join Seashell for 200th anniversary ball
Stockport charity, Seashell, is inviting the local business community to join them for their Beacon of Hope Ball and celebrate the organisation's 200th anniversary. The black-tie gala event will take place on Saturday 27th April at the Deansgate Hilton, and mark the charity’s bicentenary, with a … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: The damaging effects of unqualified legal services
Christian Mancier (pictured), Partner in the Corporate Commercial team at Stockport's Gorvins Solicitors, explains the effects of engaging unqualified legal services and how to verify a legal provider. In a legal landscape where accessibility to services is at an all-time high, the distinction … [Read more...]
National Apprenticeship Week 2024 begins with theme of ‘Skills for Life’
National Apprenticeship Week 2024 is taking place from 5th to 11th February; this year's theme is 'Skills for Life'. The annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships is now in its 17th year of highlighting the value, benefit and opportunity that they bring. The theme for National … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester to host Night Time Economy Summit
Global experts and city leaders from across the UK will come to Greater Manchester as the city-region prepares to host the Night Time Economy Summit for the first time. Taking place at Manchester city centre venue, Freight Island, the two-day event takes place on Thursday 8th and Friday 9th … [Read more...]
Together CEO Designate announces resignation
CEO Designate, Gerald Grimes, has announced his resignation from Cheadle-based lender, Together, after four years leading the business alongside Founder and Group CEO, Henry Moser. Grimes will step down from his role in Spring 2024 to pursue other personal ambitions. Together has also confirmed … [Read more...]
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