A group of young people in Stockport have spent the summer learning practical construction skills and exploring possible career routes through a hands-on programme led by the One Stockport Construction Hub. The eight-week programme has supported students who were at risk of becoming NEET (not in … [Read more...]
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Manchester Airport records second busiest ever month
More than 3.3 million passengers passed through Manchester Airport in July making it the second busiest month the northern hub has ever recorded. July's total is 2.4% higher than the same month in 2025. The airport's best ever month was in August last year, when just below 3.5 million passengers … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Creating a culture of wellbeing
The team from Stockport-based Hallidays HR explain the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, and how to ensure your business' culture supports it. Employee wellbeing has become an increasingly important focus for businesses of all sizes, and for good reason. A positive approach to wellbeing … [Read more...]
436,000 file first quarterly update through Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
More than 436,000 sole traders and landlords have successfully submitted their first quarterly update after Making Tax Digital for Income Tax became mandatory for those with annual incomes over £50,000. Taxpayers who have not yet sent their update can do so now in a few simple steps through … [Read more...]
Stockport to see new routes and night buses in Bee Network improvements
Extra night buses, new routes and more frequent bus services are being rolled out across the Bee Network, including in Stockport. Among changes in the borough is the addition of a 24-hour service, with night buses to launch on the 192 Thursday to Sunday. The addition, along with new night buses … [Read more...]
Stockport County unveils 2026/27 season third kit
Stockport County has unveiled its third kit for the 2026/27 season, inspired by the club's history of bold decision making both on and off the pitch. Featuring a vibrant orange base with orange shading and black detailing, the striking PUMA kit uses a lightweight performance fabric and is … [Read more...]
Muse backs launch of National Site Standard for construction sector
Regeneration specialist, Muse, has backed the launch of the new National Site Standard, an independently audited framework to improve wellbeing, safety and inclusion on construction and infrastructure sites. Created by Renee Preston, CEO of Gallaway Construction and founder of Construction for … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Re-using a company name after liquidation
Sarah Lee, Partner in Gorvins Solicitors' Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team, explains the rules company directors need to know before re-using a company name after liquidation. When a company enters liquidation, directors are often keen to move on and establish a new business. … [Read more...]
New £20 million fund announced to support Greater Manchester high streets
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig, has announced a new £20 million fund aimed at supporting local high streets across the city-region. The Good Growth High Streets Fund will be made available to local businesses, business groups, and voluntary and community organisations across Greater … [Read more...]
Managing Director of John Lewis to step down
The John Lewis Partnership has announced that Managing Director Peter Ruis will step down as Managing Director of the John Lewis retail brand. Peter Ruis returned to John Lewis in January 2024, after a number of retail leadership roles, having previously been with the retailer for nine years, … [Read more...]
Half-day event to support Stockport businesses to trade internationally
Stockport businesses are invited to a free event to gain practical insight into starting to trade internationally and growing sales overseas. Hosted by GM Business Growth Hub in partnership with Stockport Council, From Local to Global: Why Exporting Matters will bring together exporters, trade … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: You can always tell
James McCracken, a fractional CMO and Chair of CIM North West, explains the problems with using AI to write marketing copy, and how to spot it in your own. I spent an afternoon last week going through a client's website removing a single word. Vendor. It was everywhere. And no British … [Read more...]