A team of super-fit fundraisers sprinted their way around the whole of Stockport on Friday, March 17th to raise money for Comic Relief. The Forrest Gump inspired challenge, which was organised by staff at Life Leisure, saw 10 participants run or cycle an impressive 19.5 miles around the town, … [Read more...]
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Manchester Airport connects with small businesses at ‘Meet the Buyers’ event
Manchester Airport hosted its inaugural ‘Meet the Buyers’ event, with more than 200 attendees from over 100 local businesses taking the opportunity to connect directly with key prospective clients in the Greater Manchester area. Small and medium-sized businesses in sectors as varied as … [Read more...]
FlixBus partners with Stockport coach company
Coach network FlixBus is teaming up with Stockport based operator Belle Vue Manchester to launch a daily service between major cities across the North. The partnership will see Belle Vue serve passengers travelling between Manchester, Leeds, Middlesbrough, Sunderland and Newcastle. Services … [Read more...]
Stockport digital project awarded funding to improve hospital discharges to social care
A project to overcome the blockages to hospital discharges for those waiting to go into adult social care in Stockport has secured funding from the government's Local Digital Fund. Stockport Council has been awarded £82,000 from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) … [Read more...]
Drivers urged to Get On Board in TfGM Spring campaign
Greater Manchester residents are being urged to leave the car at home and take advantage of cheaper bus fares and improved walking and cycling infrastructure. Amid growing concerns about the cost-of-living crisis and the impact of car journeys on the environment, thousands of people every day … [Read more...]
easyJet launches flights between Manchester and Istanbul
Istanbul in Turkey has become the latest new destination to join easyJet’s extensive short-haul network, with a brand new route from Manchester Airport. The new route will be the first easyJet flights to Turkey's largest city, and add to existing popular connections between Manchester and the … [Read more...]
Chancellor announces 2023 Spring Budget
Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has delivered his 2023 Spring Budget, setting out plans for levelling up all parts of the UK and restoring growth to the UK economy. The Chancellor's first Budget since taking on the role in October 2022 comes against a backdrop of slow economic growth, … [Read more...]
North-west reacts to 2023 Spring Budget
Business leaders from across the North-west and the rest of the UK have shared their reactions to yesterday’s Spring Budget from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. In his first Budget as Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt set out his plans to grow the economy against a backdrop of stagnant growth and high inflation. A … [Read more...]
£20 million funding approved for Marple community hub
Stockport Council has secured £20 million in government funding to progress a new community hub in Marple, featuring a pool, library, gym, community space and play park. It was revealed yesterday (15th March) that the council was successful in its bid for funding from the government's Levelling … [Read more...]
Together appoints new Personal Finance Chief Operating Officer
Specialist lender Together has announced the appointment of Chloe Cotgrave (pictured) to the position of Personal Finance Chief Operating Officer. Chloe's remit will be overseeing all operational areas for the Cheadle lender's personal finance customers, including the underwriting, customer … [Read more...]
Mastercall launches Acute Respiratory Infection service
In response to a surge in acute respiratory infection (AR) cases impacting the NHS, healthcare provider Mastercall has launched a new ARI service at its Hazel Grove head office. All GP practices in Stockport can refer patients for a same day appointment, with the ARI service accepting both adults … [Read more...]
Stockport tech and digital businesses to come together to network and collaborate
The borough’s thriving digital businesses will come together to network and share experiences and opportunities on Friday 24th March at the next meeting of the Stockport Digital Network. The network, set up by Stockport Council’s Economy, Work and Skills team, aims to connect digital businesses … [Read more...]
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