Stockport Council’s Director of Children’s Services, Chris McLoughlin, is to receive an OBE for her outstanding contribution to children, young people and their families. Chris joined Stockport Council in 2009 and became Director of Children’s Services in 2018 and now has a career in improving … [Read more...]
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Latest TfN webinar to discuss ongoing decarbonisation consultation
Transport leaders from across the North will discuss the region's decarbonisation strategy for road and rail, currently out for public consultation, in the latest webinar from Transport for the North (TfN). Part of the TfN Talks series, the panel discussion will consider the challenges facing the … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: VAT on electric vehicle charging
Stockport accountancy firm Hallidays have partnered with VAT specialists and fellow Xeinadin Group company, Centurion VAT, to explain the VAT treatment for businesses charging electric vehicles. As more Electric Vehicles (EV) arrive on UK roads then the need to access charging infrastructure … [Read more...]
15th June: Coronavirus News Updates
UK NEWS & HEADLINES: UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 4,573,419 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 7,742 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 1,089 (31 more than previous day)New deaths across UK: 3Total UK deaths: 127,907England Cases per 100,000: 39 per 100,000R number in UK: 1.2 to … [Read more...]
Lifting final phase of Covid-19 restrictions to be postponed by four weeks
The final lifting of Covid-19 restrictions that was due to take place on June 21st has been postponed four weeks, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced yesterday. In a televised briefing, the Prime Minister announced the delay in the easing of restrictions would allow time for an acceleration of … [Read more...]
No extension of business support schemes, despite delay in easing restrictions
Business support measures including furlough scheme have not been extended, despite the government's decision to delay the easing of Covid-19 restrictions until 19th July. During questions from the media, Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed there were no plans from the Treasury to extend … [Read more...]
Council outlines proposals for Greek Street railway bridge
Following recommendations from Network Rail that the Greek Street bridge over the railway line in Stockport town centre will require replacement by 2024, Stockport Council has outlined its proposals for the new bridge that will improve access into the town centre. The council has revealed its … [Read more...]
Leadership changes for Stockport retail group
Stockport-based retail group Parfetts has announced a number of changes to its senior leadership to allow its board to create a platform for future growth. The wholesaler, which is also behind the Go Local convenience store brand, has appointed Guy Swindell (pictured, left) and Noel Robinson … [Read more...]
14th June: Coronavirus News Updates
UK NEWS & HEADLINES: UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 4,565,813 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 7,490 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 1,089 (31 more than previous day)New deaths across UK: 8Total UK deaths: 127,904England Cases per 100,000: 33 per 100,000R number in UK: 1.2 to … [Read more...]
New report highlights strengths of Greater Manchester’s tech and ecommerce sector
A new report published by the Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership (GMLEP) has revealed how the city-region has become a global hub new tech and ecommerce businesses. In How Greater Manchester became the land of tech unicorns and eCommerce giants, the GMLEP have outlined how the … [Read more...]
Fire service and local businesses highlight benefits of sprinklers
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) partnered with a number of local businesses in the city-region to highlight the benefits of fire sprinklers in commercial properties. The local fire service showcased digital content featuring its staff and representatives of local businesses to … [Read more...]
British Business Bank appoints new Director for the North
The British Business Bank, the UK government's economic development bank, has appointed Dr Sophie Dale-Black as a director leading the bank's UK Network team in the North and Midlands of England. The appointment will add to the Sheffield-headquartered bank's presence in the region, with … [Read more...]
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