Businesses filing documents with Companies House online will be able to connect their accounts to the GOV.UK One Login. The move to a single sign-in via the GOV.UK One Login means companies of all sizes will benefit from a more secure, consistent way of accessing government services, and gives … [Read more...]
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Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund pledges more than £37,000 to local projects
Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund has pledged more than £37,000 to 21 good causes across Greater Manchester and Cheshire at its latest quarterly meeting. The Community Trust Fund, which is managed by a committee of trustees from the local area alongside representatives from the airport, … [Read more...]
Stockport reflects on first decade of town centre transformation
After a decade since launching its £1 billion transformation of Stockport town centre, the UK's largest town centre regeneration project, Stockport Council reflects on the changes that have taken place. Stockport is in the middle of the UK’s largest town centre regeneration – and whilst much of … [Read more...]
£20.7 million Bee Network boost for walking, wheeling and cycling schemes
A further funding allocation of more than £20 million has been agreed by GMCA to expand Greater Manchester's walking, wheeling and cycling provision as part of the Bee Network. The latest £20.7 million of funding available will support building new crossings and improving pavements to expanding … [Read more...]
C&C Insurance to sponsor Lancashire Cricket Foundation Cup Final
Stockport-based C&C Insurance Brokers has announced it be sponsoring the Lancashire Cricket Foundation Knock Out Cup Final. This year's final, taking place on Sunday, 31st August at Blackpool Cricket Club, sees two of the county’s leading sides, Northern Cricket Club and Formby Cricket Club, … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels sponsors People’s Choice Awards at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery
Stockport law firm, SAS Daniels, has sponsored the recent People’s Choice Awards at the Centenary Open Exhibition of the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery. The exhibition, held from Sunday 22nd June to Sunday 24th August, marked the 100th anniversary of the gallery and provided an opportunity to … [Read more...]
Pure College secures ‘Good’ rating in first Ofsted inspection
Pure College, an Employability Specialist College operated by Stockport charity, Pure Innovations, has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Pure College was inspected by Ofsted between 30 June and 2 July 2025. The education sector regulator rated the college as 'Good' overall, with a 'Good' rating in all … [Read more...]
UK retailers write to Chancellor ahead of Autumn Budget
Chief Executives of more than 60 UK retailers, along with leaders of industry bodies, have written to the Chancellor ahead of her Autumn Budget. Signatories include bosses of major supermarkets, long-standing high street brands such as John Lewis and Boots, fast food chains and industry bodies … [Read more...]
Azets welcomes debt advisory specialist to North West
Accountancy and advisory firm, Azets, has appointed Debt Advisory specialist, Michael Davies, to support businesses in the North West. Working out of the firm's Stockport office, Michael has been brought in as assistant manager for the expanding service line, which is led by Mark Barrie. He … [Read more...]
Time is running out to get tickets to the Stockport Business Awards
Time is running out for businesses to get their hands on tickets to attend this year's Stockport Business Awards on 2nd October, founders, organisers and main sponsors, CN Chartered Accountants, has warned. Ticket sales for the awards' annual gala dinner will close on 28th August. This year's … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How major infrastructure projects can solve the productivity puzzle
Manchester Airport Managing Director Chris Woodroofe says major infrastructure projects like Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) will help Northern firms go global and boost productivity outside the capital. Mr Woodroofe pointed to UK Trade Barometer data gathered by YouGov for Manchester Airport’s … [Read more...]
Plans progress for expansion to public transport network
Transport leaders have confirmed a pipeline of ‘rapid transit’ public transport schemes across Greater Manchester, including a 2030 construction start for a tram line into Stockport. Launched as part of the Greater Manchester Strategy in July, the Mayor and local council leaders pledged for 90% … [Read more...]