Cheshire East Council is expected to approve plans for Handforth Garden Village which would see the delivery of 1,500 new homes on the Stockport Cheshire border. The council, via its development company Engine of the North, is the lead developer for the Handforth Garden Village and the delivery … [Read more...]
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Majority of employers hold positive view of veterans, finds new poll
A UK-wide poll of over 12,000 employers and members of the public has revealed that a majority hold a positive view of veterans. The study, carried out by polling company YouGov, into perceptions of former military personnel found 71% of employers believe veterans have a strong work ethic, while … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport reveals its holiday hotspots for summer 2023
With the travel sector expecting a spike in bookings for the upcoming summer season, Manchester Airport has revealed its most popular destinations by capacity for summer 2023. January is a particularly busy time for forward bookings from holidaymakers seeking summer sun and an escape from the … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How to raise awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
With growing evidence that inclusive workplace cultures a good for overall productivity and employee engagement, Hallidays HR explains what equality, diversity and inclusion each mean, and how to raise their profile within your business. Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) all go hand-in-hand … [Read more...]
Retailers celebrate strong festive performance despite postal strikes affecting online sales
A number of major retailers have announced strong sales figures, particularly in physical stores, over the Christmas period. Tesco, Sainsbury's and Marks and Spencer have all revealed strong trading for groceries in the run-up to Christmas. Tesco, the UK's largest retailer, shared that it saw … [Read more...]
Consultation launches on increase to police precept component of Council Tax
A public consultation has launched on increasing the police precept paid out of council tax to fund Greater Manchester Police (GMP). The consultation proposes using the additional funding collected from residents to set up dedicated Neighbourhood Crime Teams in each district across Greater … [Read more...]
Four nominations for Stockport Council at iNetwork Innovation Awards
Four projects have seen Stockport Council and its partners nominated at the iNetwork Innovation Awards for improving how public services are delivered to residents. The Innovation Awards were established in 2014 to celebrate the projects and teams that have delivered transformation and excellence … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester launches ‘10 for 10’ campaign to get residents more active
Greater Manchester residents are being encouraged to do 10 minutes of walking, cycling or other physical activity everyday for 10 weeks as part of a new active travel campaign. Backed by Active Travel Commissioner, Dame Sarah Storey, the 10 for 10 campaign aims to get people moving over the … [Read more...]
Government unveils new Energy Bills Discount Scheme for businesses
The government has confirmed its new Energy Bills Discount Scheme due to come into effect to support non-domestic energy customers when the current scheme ends at the end of March 2023. The new scheme will provide support for an additional year through to 31st March 2024, discounting high energy … [Read more...]
Levelling Up Home Building Fund opens to SME housebuilders
The government's Levelling Up Home Building Fund has opened to improve access to finance for SME housebuilders, offering development loans from £250,000. The scheme has the dual aim of helping to ensure more homes are built in all parts of England to meet the nation's housing needs, while also … [Read more...]
Walmart deal sees musicMagpie shares up 17%
musicMagpie shares rose 17% in value after its announcement of a new partnership with American retail giant, Walmart. Investors have reacted positively to the news that musicMagpie is set to expand its market penetration in the USA with the launch of the new channel. The partnership, which … [Read more...]
Successful funding bid for Stockport’s Supported Housing Improvement Programme
Stockport Council has been successful in its bid for funding to develop a Supported Housing Improvement Programme. Stockport was one of just 26 Local Authorities nationwide and the only one in Greater Manchester to receive the funding and in the first year will receive £137,603, with a further 12 … [Read more...]
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