Companies in Stockport and from across Greater Manchester are being invited to share their experience of the current economic situation facing business as part of a quarterly survey conducted by the city-region's Chamber of Commerce. The Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) has run its … [Read more...]
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Robinsons Brewery launches new generation of beers with ‘Unicorn Brewing’
Stockport brewers, Robinsons Brewery, have announced a brand-new collaboration, 'Unicorn Brewing' to meet the changing needs of the modern beer drinker. Unicorn Brewing sees the next generation of brewers at Robinsons, pub licensees, selected employees, and brewers come together to explore, … [Read more...]
Together loan book grows to £5.9 billion
Cheadle-based specialist lender, Together, has today (24th February) announced its quarterly results revealing its loan book grew to £5.9 billion, despite continued uncertainty in the UK economy. The finance group, which provides property loans to individuals and businesses, recorded average … [Read more...]
Sainsbury’s reopens Bramhall convenience store in new location
A new Sainsbury's Local convenience store has opened on Woodford Road in Bramhall, relocating from the previous premises on Village Square. The Village Square store closed earlier this week, with all 17 colleagues now working from the new shop, which was opened on Thursday 23rd Februrary by local … [Read more...]
Merseyway launch urgent appeal to support local children living in poverty
Merseyway is collaborating with UK charity, Zarach, and the Chelwood Food Bank Plus in Stockport to run an urgent appeal for donations to help provide the necessities for a good night’s sleep for local children who are most in need. Stockport shoppers will be able to donate a variety of bedroom … [Read more...]
Thousands of government jobs have relocated to the North-west
The Cabinet Office has revealed that more than 11,000 government jobs been relocated from London to sites around the UK, including over 2,000 in the North-west. Under the Places for Growth programme, the North-west has seen the most jobs transferred out of the capital, with 2,100 civil servants … [Read more...]
Rail links restored after damage to power lines in Cheadle Hulme
Normal rail service has resumed in Stockport after power lines above the tracks at Cheadle Hulme sustained damage on Tuesday 21st February. Damage to 25,000 volt overhead cables which supply power to electric trains travelling in and out of Stockport through Cheadle Hulme, affecting services run … [Read more...]
HMRC reminds businesses about new VAT penalties and interest payments
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding VAT registered businesses to file their returns and pay on time following the introduction of a new penalties system. The late payment penalties and points-based late submission penalties were introduced from 1 January 2023, replacing the VAT default … [Read more...]
First-of-its-kind electricity system developed in the North-west to be rolled out nationally
A first-of-its-kind electricity system pioneered by Stockport based Electricity North West is set to be rolled-out nationwide, potentially saving energy customers £1 billion a year. Developed by regional electricity network operator, Electricity North West, the system known as CLASS, helps … [Read more...]
Stockport retirement scheme welcomes developer’s 1000th homeowner
The Woodlands retirement community in Heaton Mersey, Stockport has welcomed the 1000th homeowner for developer, Adlington Retirement Living. The family owned and run business has launched 15 successful Integrated Retirement Communities since it was established in 2009 across the North West, … [Read more...]
Record numbers of women launched businesses in 2022
2022 saw the number of women starting their own businesses reach record levels in the UK, according to the Alison Rose Review, an annual report into female entrepreneurship led by NatWest CEO, Alison Rose. The annual review was first commissioned by government in 2019 to explore why fewer women … [Read more...]
Poynton Relief Road to open to traffic from March 6th
The Poynton Relief Road is to open to traffic from Monday 6th March, after construction on the bypass began in Autumn 2020. A ceremony to mark the completion of the £53 million route will take place on 3rd March, when a cycle and footway will open to cyclists and pedestrians, with motor vehicles … [Read more...]
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