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...]
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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...]
70 new jobs to be created at Cheadle fintech
Cheadle fintech firm, Conferma Pay, has announced plans to recruit for 70 new jobs in 2023 as part of ambitious growth plans. The roles are predominantly hybrid positions at the Cheadle head office in addition to a small number at offices overseas and follow the company's recent acquisition by … [Read more...]
Stockport secures further funding for Changing Places accessible toilets
Three new Changing Places Toilets (CPTs) will be installed in Stockport following the award of government funding. Stockport has received £167,000 from the Changing Places Fund Round 2 to install the accessible toilets at three locations in the borough: Reddish Vale Country Park and Cheadle and … [Read more...]
Citizens Advice Stockport provided 73% more support in January 2023
Citizens Advice Stockport has revealed it helped 709 local residents with support this January, an increase of 73% compared to January 2022. The charity has reported unwelcome record demand in 2022 for its support for cost-of-living related issues, particularly compared to previous years. In … [Read more...]
Over 90% of participating firms to continue four-day working week after pilot
56 out of the 61 firms which took part in a pilot scheme trialling a four-day working week plan to continue with the changes. First launched in June 2022, businesses from all sizes and industries began a six month trial that saw around 2,900 workers around the UK reduce their working hours from … [Read more...]
Stockport’s latest office building takes shape
Partners Stockport Council and nationwide placemaker, Muse, have come together to celebrate the latest phase of Stockport Exchange reach its highest point. The scheme is now on track to complete in late Summer this year. The £145 million Stockport Exchange, being delivered by Stockport Council … [Read more...]
More than 10,000 Greater Manchester residents reached by Skills for Growth programme
Over 10,000 people in Greater Manchester have gained career support via the Skills for Growth programme since it launched in 2020. The programme has revealed the scale of skills training provided so far following a funding award from the European Social Fund that will support Skills for Growth … [Read more...]
Studio 91 Media delivers new science show for BBC Teach
Video production agency, Studio 91 Media, has produced an eight-episode science show for 7 to 11 year-olds that has now gone live on the BBC Teach website. Show Me The Science aims to offer a useful resource for primary school teachers to use to engage children with 35-40 minutes of video content … [Read more...]
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