The coronavirus pandemic has seen some towns and cities in the North-west lose over half a year's worth of high street retail sales, according to a new assessment of its impact by the Centre for Cities. The work, part of the Cities Outlook 2022 report published annually by the think-tank, found … [Read more...]
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Andy Burnham calls on government to rethink details on HS2 as Parliament to vote to approve Crewe to Manchester leg
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has made a call for government to reconsider plans for how HS2 trains will arrive at Piccadilly station as Parliament prepares to vote on Crewe to Manchester leg of the high-speed rail link to London. Once approved, the ‘High Speed Rail (Crewe-Manchester) … [Read more...]
Handelsbanken shares interpretation of global economy in January Strategy Review
Handelsbanken's wealth managers have shared their interpretation of global economic trends as they set out their January Strategy Review for their investments. Asset managers from the bank believe that as the global economy emerges from the worst of the coronavirus pandemic, the peak of … [Read more...]
Seaton House acquired by developers
Manchester based developers, One Heritage, have confirmed their agreement to purchase of Seaton House in Stockport town centre, for £675,000. Located on the corner of Wellington Street and Fletcher Street, the developer has plans to convert the office building into 30 apartments, subject to … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship and career advice on offer for businesses, jobseekers and experienced professionals at Digital Skills Festival 2022
The city-region's annual Digital Skills Festival, organised by Manchester Digital, returns in 2022 in February, giving businesses the opportunity to connect with students and jobseekers interested in a career in the digital sector. Digital Apprenticeship Day As part of the week's activities, … [Read more...]
Stockport Frogs raise over £37,000 for St Ann’s Hospice
Totally Stockport’s Gigantic Leap Art Trail, One Stockport Frogs and a host of other amphibious activities in 2021 have announced the final figure, raising over £37,000 for St Ann’s Hospice in Heald Green. Following the success of Stockport’s first art trail in 2019, the town’s Gigantic Leap Frog … [Read more...]
Friday 21st January – Coronavirus News Updates
UK NEWS UPDATES: Bankers told to return to desks as restrictions endBig banks, advertising firms and insurers have announced plans to return to the office after the government scrapped its work-from-home guidance for England with immediate effect. However, most said flexible working … [Read more...]
GM leaders agree to request to pause Phase 2 Clean Air Funds but Phase 1 of Clean Air Zone to go ahead
Greater Manchester leaders have agreed to seek permission from government to pause the opening of Phase 2 of Clean Air Funds in light of challenges for businesses to comply that have emerged since plans were first designed. Phase 1 of the Clean Air Zone will go ahead as planned from 30th May … [Read more...]
Applications open for SMEs to access Help to Grow: Digital support
The UK's small businesses can now apply for the government's Help to Grow: Digital scheme and access support in adopting digital technologies. Under the scheme, businesses can receive discounts of up to £5,000 off the retail price of eligible Digital Accounting and CRM software. The technology … [Read more...]
World Duty Free store opened at Manchester Airport Terminal 2
Following the completion of the store in Manchester Airport's new Terminal 2, the walkthrough World Duty Free store was officially opened by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and Dufry. In attendance for the opening event for the 1,980 m2 store in 19th January were Julian Diaz, CEO Dufry, and Fred … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester textiles businesses benefit from Made Smarter technology adoption scheme
Made Smarter, the manufacturing sector technology adoption programme, is encouraging more of the region's textiles businesses to digitalise, and is highlighting the firms in the sector already benefiting from support. The programme support SME manufacturers with expert technology advice, digital … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Dual monitors are better than one
Amshire IT MD, Dave Taylor, explains the productivity benefits that make dual monitors one of the best upgrades you can make your office computers. What are your thoughts on upgrading office computers? Maybe you’d prioritize getting bigger hard drives, more memory, or faster processors? Now, … [Read more...]
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