Parents and guardians of Stockport children are being urged to ‘Turn it Off’ as part of a new campaign to clamp down on dirty air caused by car exhaust fumes outside the borough’s schools. Poor air quality is the largest environmental public health issue facing the UK and is estimated to … [Read more...]
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Expert Opinion: Is working from home a threat to your health?
Dave Taylor, MD of Amshire IT, explains how working more from home may be impacting our health in unexpected ways. Working from home is AMAZING! No need to wake up very early… No need to get stuck in traffic and hope you don't arrive late… No need to wear those stuffy suits… Seems like a … [Read more...]
9th November: Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been more than 9.3 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and sadly nearly 142,000 people have died, government figures show. More than 50 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, around 87% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. Around 79% … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester aims for carbon-neutral transport network
Greater Manchester has set out ambitions to become the first UK city-region with a carbon-neutral transport network. Under plans set out by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham and Transport Commissioner Chris Boardman, the city-region's bus fleet will be 100% electric within a decade, reducing … [Read more...]
Zebra crossings trial sparks call for wider roll out on city-region’s side roads
Data from a trial of unlit zebra crossings on side roads in Tameside has found they increase likelihood of drivers giving way to pedestrians to cross, sparking calls for the government to permit their use more widely in Greater Manchester. An independent report commissioned by Greater Manchester … [Read more...]
Made in Stockport Awards 2022 to back sight and hearing loss charity
The Made in Stockport Awards has announced it will support Walthew House through its 2022 awards with a hamper giveaway compeition. Walthew House is a locally based charity that works with people and organisations in the community to provide practical and emotional support for people with a sight … [Read more...]
Stockport landmarks recreated in Lego by Pure Innovations clients
Three children from across Stockport have had their artwork of notable landmarks in the town recreated as bespoke Lego models by clients of local charity, Pure Innovations. The artwork was created as part of a summer competition, organised by Stockport SHAPES Alliance, One Stockport and Pure … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Grow your business by increasing customer spend
Ahead of an upcoming Business AM seminar titled, 'What drives growth?' on 16th November, Philip Jones from Stockport accountancy firm, Hallidays, shares five simple ideas for helping a business grow. Very small changes can have significant impacts. Whatever your business and whatever products or … [Read more...]
8th November: Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been more than 9 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and sadly over 140,000 people have died, government figures show. More than 50 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, around 87% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. Around 79% have … [Read more...]
295 new homes at Woodford Aerodrome expected for approval
A major housing development on the former Woodford Aerodrome site is expected to be given planning approval from Stockport Council. The scheme, part of the Woodford Garden Village, will see 295 new homes constructed in three phases of development on the scheme, delivered by housebuilder Redrow. … [Read more...]
Full fibre connections go live for businesses in Stockport and the Heatons
Full fibre broadband connections for businesses have gone live in Stockport, Heaton Moor and Heaton Mersey following investment by ITS and the Faster Britain scheme. Businesses in these areas will be able to now benefit from Gigabit-capable infrastructure as part of technology group ITS's … [Read more...]
First flights to the US in almost two years take off from Manchester Airport
Direct flights have resumed from Manchester Airport to the US, offering the North a boost to transatlantic trade and tourism. Flights have restarted following an easing in travel restrictions, with the American government reopening its borders to British travellers. Prior the Covid-19 pandemic, … [Read more...]
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