The North-west's private sector returned to growth in February for the first time since August 2022, according to the latest data from NatWest's Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) Survey for February 2023. The latest figures have reversed a trend that saw the region's output decline at its fastest … [Read more...]
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Pubs and breweries call on Chancellor to do more to support the sector in upcoming Budget
Ahead of the Budget on 15th March 2023, the Long Live the Local campaign is calling for the Chancellor to commit to supporting the UK’s pubs. The hospitality sector has seen through three years of challenging trading conditions due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the current high inflation, rising … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels appoints new PR partner
Stockport and Cheshire-based solicitors, SAS Daniels LLP, have announced the appointment of Zeus PR as the firm's new PR partner after a competitive pitch process. Harnessing the law firm’s recent re-brand, Zeus PR will implement a multi-channel PR campaign spanning … [Read more...]
Mental health charity move to new home in Stockport Homes’ Cornerstone Building
The Stockport branch of national mental health charity, MIND, have moved into new premises at Stockport Homes' Cornerstone Building in the town centre. In a e-newsletter from Stockport & District MIND, the organisation explained that the move aimed to make their services more visible and … [Read more...]
Over 600 trees planted to create new community woodland in Reddish Vale
Over 600 trees have been planted at Penny Lane near Reddish Vale as part of a joint project between Stockport Council, contractor George Cox and environmental organisation, City of Trees. Over 40 volunteers also turned up to support the scheme, part of a national tree planting initiative being … [Read more...]
Northern legs of HS2 to be delayed
The Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, has announced that the delivery of the Northern legs of HS2 between Birmingham, Crewe and Manchester and between Birmingham and the East Midlands are to be delayed by two years. The Transport Secretary cited high inflation for the delay, that will see the … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester seeks to boost links with North Carolina
Greater Manchester leaders have embarked on a first-of-its-kind trade mission to boost business and cultural links with the US state of North Carolina. Mayor Andy Burnham and Greater Manchester Economy Lead Cllr Bev Craig touched down in state capital Raleigh on Thursday 9th March to meet with … [Read more...]
Fairhurst Buckley builds team with three senior appointments
Following the fruitful merger of Buckley Commercial and Fairhurst Estates in March 2020, Fairhurst Buckley is celebrating its 3rd anniversary with three new senior appointments. Despite the post-Covid challenges that have impacted many businesses, the property and estate management sectors across … [Read more...]
Stockport manufacturers urged to join digital leadership programme
Stockport manufacturers are being invited to join a fully-funded digital leadership programme as part of the Made Smarter initiative to help the sector embrace new technology. The programme has been launched by the government funded Made Smarter programme and Manchester Metropolitan University … [Read more...]
Seashell Trust prepares to open new £23 million Moulding Foundation building
Stockport charity, Seashell Trust, are inviting its supporters to a preview event as it prepares to open its new £23 million Moulding Foundation Building. The Moulding Foundation Building is to be the new home for the Royal School Manchester, operated by the charity to provide specialist … [Read more...]
Stockport business community invited help support Spring Clean campaign
Stockport Council is inviting the local business community to help support a two-month Spring Clean campaign to get the borough gleaming. Launched on March 1, Stockport Council are leading a programme of organised clean up events that aim to foster a sense of pride in where we live and … [Read more...]
North bucks national trends in recruitment market
The North of England was only region to see an upturn in permanent recruitment in February, according to the latest Report On Jobs survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Data from the latest KPMG and REC, UK Report on Jobs survey, compiled by S&P Global, showed … [Read more...]
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