Retailer John Lewis is celebrating 100 years since its ‘Never Knowingly Undersold’ (NKU) promise was first introduced in 1925. To mark the centenary, the retailer is launching a major new multi-media campaign on 4th September. From car boot picnic to festival and fete, ‘Tableau’ is a celebration … [Read more...]
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Together announces appointment of new Non-Executive Director
Cheadle-based specialist lender, Together, has announced the appointment to its Board of Andy Higginson as Non-Executive Director. Andy Higginson brings to Together over 30 years’ experience in main Board roles for some of the UK’s biggest customer-led businesses, including Tesco, Wm Morrison, … [Read more...]
Chancellor confirms date for Autumn Budget
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has confirmed the date of this year's Autumn Budget: Wednesday 26th November 2025. Alongside the announcement of the Budget date, Chancellor also published a short video, setting out the current state of the economy, and her and the government's … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Mayor announces latest Bee Network improvements
Two years on from the city-region's first buses coming under local control, more major Bee Network improvements have been announced by the Mayor of Greater Manchester. Andy Burnham and Transport Commissioner Vernon Everitt unveiled a further raft of changes to improve bus services for people and … [Read more...]
Stepping Hill Hospital maternity department wins UNICEF Baby Friendly award
The Maternity Department at Stepping Hill Hospital has been awarded a Certificate of Commitment as its first step towards gaining recognition from the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) Baby Friendly Initiative. The certificate was presented to staff by Sharon Hyde, Divisional Director of … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: The dangers of using AI for HR advice
With more businesses turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to streamline operations, Stockport HR consultancy, Hallidays HR, highlight to risks of adopting AI for HR advice and why human expertise is crucial for SMEs. As technology advances, businesses increasingly turn to Artificial … [Read more...]
New Possible launches scalable Focus Groups to transform qualitative research
Stockport-based employee insight platform, New Possible, has announced the launch of Focus Groups by New Possible, a reimagining of one of the most trusted qualitative research methods. Focus groups have long been a powerful tool for understanding needs, exploring ideas and uncovering … [Read more...]
Ticket sales extended for Stockport Business Awards 2025
Founders, main sponsors and organisers, CN Chartered Accountants, is delighted to announce that ticket sales for the 2025 Stockport Business Awards have been extended for another few weeks. Join the local business community on 2nd October at Edgeley Park, Hardcastle Rd, Stockport to celebrate … [Read more...]
Supportability launches Wish for Wheels project
Stockport disability charity, Supportability, has launched a new project, Wish for Wheels, to raise funds for a new accessible mini-bus. Many of the individuals supported by organisation face mobility barriers that make everyday activities difficult to access. To combat this Supportability have … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Mistakes that damage the customer experience and how to avoid them
Customer experience expert, Chris Lowe of insight6, explains the common mistakes that cost firms future business from customers. Customer Experience mistakes cost more than you think, literally. According to PwC, 1 in 3 customers will walk away from a brand they love after just one bad … [Read more...]
Mayor’s Question Time comes to Edgeley Park
Stockport County's Edgeley Park will host the next Mayor's Question Time event, giving the opportunity for Stockport residents to ask their questions of Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham. Since June 2017, the Mayor of Greater Manchester has hosted Question Time events. Partnered with key … [Read more...]
New outpatients building opens at Stepping Hill Hospital
An opening event was held for a new improved outpatients building at Stepping Hill Hospital, with staff joining building contractors MTX for the occasion. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Chief Executive Karen James OBE joined representatives of MTX, together with capital, estates and clinical NHS … [Read more...]