Stockport businesses are being invited to recruit for their latest job roles by attending a Jobs Expo for those about to complete their studies at Stockport College. The Trafford College Group's STEP INTO WORK - College Leavers JOBS EXPO will take place on the 24th May from 11am to 3pm at … [Read more...]
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John Lewis becomes 10,000th organisation to sign up to Armed Forces Covenant
Retailer, John Lewis, has become the 10,000th signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support military personnel and veterans. The retailer is the latest organisation to confirm its commitment to working with serving Armed Forces personnel and veterans since the Covenant was … [Read more...]
HMRC late payments interest rates revised
Following the Bank of England's decision to increase its base interest rate to 4.25%, HMRC has confirmed that interest on late payments will also increase. HMRC interest rates are linked to the Bank of England base rate, and set at the base rate plus 2.5%. Repayment interest is set at the higher … [Read more...]
Two-thirds of workers in the North West stressed over cost of living
A study by Acas has found that two in three workers in North West England (65%) feel stressed due to the rising cost of living. Acas commissioned polling company YouGov to conduct the survey of over 1,000 workers across the country, with fieldwork carried out in mid-January, asking how stressed … [Read more...]
Funding boost helps council’s plan to decarbonise borough
The Government has awarded Stockport Council a grant of more than £300,000 to help develop a scheme to heat buildings in the town centre and along the A6 corridor via a District Heat Network, powered by forms of renewable energy. As a result of the funding, numerous innovative renewable energy … [Read more...]
New homes approved for former Heaton Mersey school site
North Wales-based housebuilders, Anwyl Group, have had plans approved for 82 properties to be built on the former Focus School site in Heaton Mersey. The businesses acquired the site in April 2022, after it had been disused since 2019 when the independent school operated by the Plymouth Brethren … [Read more...]
Emergency Alert System now live in the UK
A new system to provide alerts to smartphones and other devices in the event of life-threatening emergencies has now gone live in the UK. Alerts will be sent from either government departments or emergency services in the event of a nearby situation where there is a danger to life. Events that … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How to develop a growth strategy
Ahead of their upcoming Rise with Xeinadin seminar in May, Stockport business advisors, Hallidays, part of the Xeinadin Group, explain how to develop a growth strategy that builds your company’s best future. A common mistake business owners make is to say their strategy is to become No.1 in their … [Read more...]
Stockport College officially opens £25 million campus
Stockport College, a feature of the town for over 130 years, has announced the completion of its redevelopment project which will provide a modern and sustainable learning environment for thousands of students of all ages. The town centre college has invested in two new, sustainably designed … [Read more...]
Development Manager appointed to deliver Cheadle Eco Business Park
Following a competitive procurement process, Network Space Developments (NSD) have been appointed as the Development Manager to bring forward a new Eco Business Park on Bird Hall Lane, Cheadle. The light industrial Eco Park will promote sustainable growth and jobs through offering much needed … [Read more...]
Stockport Council agrees deal to bring more EV chargers to borough
EV charging network Be.EV and Stockport Council have signed a £15 million deal which will allow 100 vehicles at once to use new chargers across 20 sites in the borough. As well as cleaner air, residents will also benefit from a share of the revenue from the charge points. The chargers will … [Read more...]
Property market set for spring uplift, predicts local conveyancer
A local property expert and owner of X-Press Legal Services Greater Manchester and Cheshire in Heaton Moor predicts the region’s property market will see a spring uplift from next month. X-Press Legal Services has seen a 47 per cent increase in product orders from conveyancing professionals … [Read more...]
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