A £480,000 grant has been awarded by the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) to fund a low-carbon heating system and energy efficiency measures at Dial Park Primary School, Offerton, Stockport. The school, built in the 1960s had been identified as needing replacement boilers and a new … [Read more...]
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Programme to monitor young people’s wellbeing in Greater Manchester to be rolled out elsewhere after publishing second year of findings
The #BeeWell programme to monitor and improve the wellbeing of young people in Greater Manchester is set to be rolled out to four other local authorities in England. The programme originates from a collaboration between the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, University of Manchester, the Anna … [Read more...]
Better connectivity worth £2.2 billion to Greater Manchester SMEs
New research from Three Business has revealed that better connectivity among Greater Manchester SMEs could contribute an extra £2.2 billion a year to the city-region's economy. With growth front of mind for SMEs, over half (53%) of local businesses said their business could grow faster if they … [Read more...]
Solar panels installed at two key sites in Stockport
Work is now underway at two key sites in the borough to install roof mounted solar panels as part of efforts for Stockport to become carbon neutral by 2038. The enhancements to Grand Central Leisure Centre in the town centre, and Endeavour House in Bredbury are part of Stockport Council's … [Read more...]
Local businesses invited to showcase opportunities at Stockport College Leavers Jobs Expo
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...]
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...]
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