North West workers pick flexible working, job security and relationship with colleagues as top reasons to stay in their jobs A new survey has revealed that job security, flexible working and relationship with colleagues are the top reasons given by employees in North West businesses for choosing … [Read more...]
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How Stockport supported Digitober helping more people online
Last month Stockport Council and partners participated in ‘Digitober’, a month that celebrated and showcased the fantastic work going on in the digital arena across Greater Manchester. Stockport Council shared progress on our aim for Stockport to be a 100% digital borough where no one is left … [Read more...]
Preparing your business for the World Cup 2022
The World Cup takes place between Sunday 20th November and Sunday 18th December and is a big sporting event. Your employees may wish to follow their team and enjoy the event (as might you). But, not at a detriment to your business. Below are some of the things you could put in … [Read more...]
New study reveals Stockport ‘banker-friendly’ & Manchester top opportunities for a Finance career
A new study* has found that Edinburgh, Birmingham and Manchester offer the next best opportunities for a career in finance after London while Stockport also offers excellent prospects in the financial sector, beating bigger districts like Cornwall, Bradford and Wiltshire who were found to be … [Read more...]
musicMagpie SmartDrop kiosk now in all Asda stores
Stockport based musicMagpie, a circular economy pioneer specialising in refurbished consumer technology in both the UK and US, has completed the roll-out of its SMARTDrop Kiosks in 290 Asda stores The musicMagpie SMAARTDrop kiosks are now located within a 15-minute drive for 90% of the UK’s … [Read more...]
Aer Lingus opens winter route Manchester to Barbados
Thrice-weekly flights from Manchester to Barbados direct signals the restart of a popular Caribbean seasonal service. The carrier launched its inaugural transatlantic service from Manchester to Barbados in October last year, marked by the departure of the first E1 31 flight. A year later, the … [Read more...]
‘Meet the Buyer’ event opens opportunities for businesses in Stockport and Greater Manchester
STAR Procurement (the shared procurement service for Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, and Trafford Councils) is inviting businesses to come and meet with them face-to-face to discuss opportunities at their 'Meet the Buyer' event at Hyde Town Hall. The event gives businesses a great opportunity to … [Read more...]
Chair of Stockport Economic Alliance outlines support for businesses as cost of living rises
As winter approaches we’re all conscious of the rising cost of energy both in our businesses and our homes. The Chair of the Stockport Economic Alliance, Steve Oliver, is urging businesses to access #Hereforbusiness support as they navigate increases in the cost of doing business. A number of … [Read more...]
Cost of Living Emergency – Sector3 A Call To Action
How can we all work together? You will have seen the call to action from the Chief Executive of Stockport Council and Leader of the Council, calling for individuals, organisations and businesses to unite to help each other through the tough times ahead. As the infrastructure support … [Read more...]
Reversal of National Insurance Increase takes effect
The 1.25% point cut to National Insurance rates for employees and employers is now effective across the UK. The tax cut was announced by the government on 22 September, as part of the reversal of the Health and Social Care Levy. Working people across the UK will begin receiving the tax cut … [Read more...]
SMMT: Sales of EVs boost new car sales put pressure to increase charging points
The UK new car market recorded a third month of growth in October, with registrations rising by more than a quarter (26.4%) to 134,344 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Fulfilment of strong order books helped deliver the bounce-back, … [Read more...]
Chair of Transport for the North reacts to ‘axing’ of Northern Powerhouse Rail
The future of Northern Powerhouse Rail is uncertain after the Transport Secretary Mark Harper admitted that the Government was considering all options as it seeks to shave £50billion of spending while the newly appointed Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Grant Shapps, … [Read more...]
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