The 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec? Zwift route will bring the race's second stage through Stockport on Saturday 31 July. The starting and finishing locations for the first?ever visit of the women’s Tour de France to Britain were confirmed earlier this year, with Manchester announced as the … [Read more...]
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Train timetable changes to introduce all-night connections to Manchester Airport
Regional rail operator, TransPennine Express (TPE), has announced services will run all night to and from Manchester Airport as part of train timetable changes taking effect in May 2026. The addition of eight new services will mean that there will be a train roughly every hour between Manchester … [Read more...]
2026 Kits by County supplier announced
With ambitions to deliver over 5,000 PE kits to primary schools across Stockport at the start of the next school year in September, Stockport County Community Trust has announced Site Supply Company as the the official supplier of kits in 2026. Site Supply Company provides PPE, workwear and … [Read more...]
North West tech scale-ups invited to apply to Technology Fast 50
Big Four accountancy firm, Deloitte, is calling on innovative tech scale-ups in the North West apply to join its UK Technology Fast 50. Applications to the programme opened on Monday 20th April and celebrates the the fastest-growing tech companies across the UK, based on average revenue growth … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Business Asset Disposal Relief and the new 18% tax rate
With the change in tax rate for Business Asset Disposal Relief now in effect as of 6th April, the team from Stockport firm, IN Accountancy, explains what this mean for entrepreneurs and business owners planning an exit. From 6 April 2026, the tax rate applying to Business Asset Disposal Relief … [Read more...]
UK unemployment rate falls for first time since 2024
The unemployment rate has fallen to 4.9% in the three month period to February 2026, down from 5.2% where it had been predicted to stay. In the North West, the fall was even sharper, with unemployment at 4.6%, down 0.4 percentage points on the previous quarter. However, rather the rate of … [Read more...]
Bee Network passenger numbers continue to grow
More people than ever are using Greater Manchester's Bee Network public transport system, which is set to grow further when the first rail services are added to the network in December 2026. Eight million extra bus journeys were made in the last year and there was a 32% increase in rides taken on … [Read more...]
Together announces plans for £300 million bond issuance
Cheadle-based specialist property lender, Together, has announced plans for a £300 million bond issuance. The Second Lien Secured Notes, due in 2032, will be issued through Together subsidiary, Jerrold FinCo plc, with proceeds to be used to redeem notes due in 2027. The bond issuance follows … [Read more...]
Stockport NHS catering team win two national awards
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s catering team are celebrating success in winning two separate national awards recognising their excellent standards. The whole team came first in the ‘Hospital Catering’ category at this year’s Public Sector Catering (PSC) Awards, which look out for the very best … [Read more...]
Plans for 37 new homes in Cheadle take step forward
Plans for 37 new homes off Demmings Road, Cheadle, have taken a step forward following approval by local councillors on Stockport Council's Cheadle Area Committee. After being given the green light by local representatives on 14th April, plans will now be considered for approval by the … [Read more...]
Rail services resume after repairs to damaged overhead wires between Stockport and Manchester
Rail services have resumed into Manchester Piccadilly after damage to high-voltage overhead wires and subsequent repairs caused major disruption from 16th to 19th April. Urgent repairs to the overhead wires which power trains have been completed after cables failed on Thursday 16th April. Lines … [Read more...]
Stockport County shortlisted at national hospitality awards
Stockport County Football Club has been shortlisted for two major prizes at a national awards ceremony highlighting the best events and hospitality offers at UK stadium venues. The club has been nominated for the both Matchday Hospitality Award – Small Stadium and Overall Matchday Hospitality … [Read more...]
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