Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced he is scrapping plans for the HS2 high-speed rail link to be built between Birmingham and Manchester. The announcement follows much speculation in the media that the Northern leg of the high-speed rail line would be cancelled in a bid to curb rising costs … [Read more...]
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Business and political leaders in the North oppose cancellation of Manchester leg of HS2
Ahead of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's address to the Conservative Party Conference today (4th October), business and political leaders in the North and Midlands of England have expressed their support for the HS2 high-speed rail service to reach Manchester. Following much media speculation that … [Read more...]
Gorvins Solicitors retains and improves on Legal 500 rankings
Stockport-headquartered Gorvins Solicitors is celebrating the 2024 results of the Legal 500 series, which has recognised practice areas and individuals at the firm once again. The firm has retained a tier 1 ranking within three service areas; corporate & commercial, commercial property and … [Read more...]
Merseyway Innovation Centre team announced
The team leading Stockport’s new Merseyway Innovation Centre has now been announced, with Gordana Maljkovic (middle left) and Emma Husband (right), joining Innovation Director Naomi Timperley and Centre Manager, Rob Kates. Naomi Timperley is the centre’s Innovation Director and will provide … [Read more...]
Stockport ecommerce platform raises £1.5 million to target B2B sector
Stockport based Shopblocks, an ecommerce platform that enables small businesses to set up an online store, has secured a £1.5 million investment to grow its market share within the B2B ecommerce market. The business has raised funding from NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance, which is managed by Mercia … [Read more...]
Stockport recognised as hotspot for purpose-led business
Stockport has been recognised by an expert judging panel as a Social Enterprise Place, meaning the area is committed to purpose-led business and the local economy is thriving. Social enterprises are businesses that trade for a social purpose and reinvest or donate a portion of their profits (or … [Read more...]
Tougher measures announced to tackle late payments to small businesses
The government has announced it will introduce tougher measures to address late payments to small businesses ahead the publication of the Prompt Payment & Cash Flow Review. Small businesses are particularly affected by late payment of invoices and long payment terms imposed by larger … [Read more...]
Chancellor commits to increase National Living Wage to two-thirds of median earnings
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has confirmed he intends to honour the Low Pay Commission's upcoming recommendations which are expected to call for the National Living Wage to be increased to two-thirds of median earnings in the UK. The Low Pay Commission has advised the government on recommended levels … [Read more...]
UK SMEs cyber threat concerns on the rise, finds Sharp research
Concerns about cyber threats amongst UK small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) have risen significantly in the last year, according to new research commissioned by workplace technology specialist Sharp Europe. Nearly four in ten SMEs (38%) reported being more worried about cyber security … [Read more...]
GM Green Summit praises Stockport action on climate change
Projects in Stockport to address climate change have featured prominently in discussions at the city-region's GM Green Summit, held on 2nd October at Lowry Theatre. Among the work being delivered in Stockport to take action against climate change include Stockport Council's Schools Climate … [Read more...]
Stockport’s DigiKnow Alliance marks five years of digital skills support
After first launching in 2018, Stockport's DigiKnow Alliance is sharing the successes it has achieved in addressing digital exclusion and offering skill support in the borough. The DigiKnow Alliance was launched in 2018 by Stockport Council, Stockport Homes, The Prevention Alliance, Starting … [Read more...]
Robinsons Brewery celebrates 185 years in business
Robinsons Brewery, family-run brewers based in the heart of Stockport, celebrated an incredible 185 years of business on the 29th September 2023. Established in 1838, Robinsons has been serving communities with quality beers, pubs and inns for nearly two centuries. The brewery has remained in the … [Read more...]
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