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26th March: Coronavirus News Updates

UK NEWS & HEADLINES: UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 4,312,908 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 5,605 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 5,407 (15 fewer than previous day)New deaths across UK: 98Total UK deaths: 126,382England Cases per 100,000: 41 per 100,000 … [Read more...]

Andy Burnham to bring bus network under local control

Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, has announced that the city-region will begin a proposed reform of the bus network to bring it under local control by 2025. Greater Manchester will become the first local authority outside of London to move to a 'franchising' model for its bus network, … [Read more...]

Greater Manchester businesses optimistic for economic recovery

Businesses have responded with Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce's (GMCC) latest economic survey to share their optimism for the city-region's economy. The most recent Quarterly Economic Survey was the first to show the Greater Manchester Index, a measure of activity and business confidence … [Read more...]

Armed forces support Stockport vaccination programme

Members of The Royal Navy, Royal Marine Band, Royal Air Force and Army from across the country have arrived back in Stockport, for the next two weeks, to support the COVID-19 vaccination programme being delivered by NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). They make up The North West … [Read more...]

25th March: Coronavirus News Updates

UK NEWS & HEADLINES: UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 4,312,908 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 5,605 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 5,407 (15 fewer than previous day)New deaths across UK: 98Total UK deaths: 126,382England Cases per 100,000: 41 per 100,000 (daily change: 1 fewer)R … [Read more...]

Bank of England unveils designs for Alan Turing £50 note

The Bank of England has unveiled designs for a polymer £50 note that will enter circulation in June, featuring Enigma codebreaker Alan Turing. Following its unveiling, the new £50 note will enter circulation on Alan Turing's birthday, 23rd June 2021, bringing the design and security features of … [Read more...]

Marple leisure centre plans move forward

Plans for a new leisure centre and community hub in Marple are moving forward following a public engagement process on possible designs. GT3 Architects and Stockport Council received largely positive feedback on proposals to deliver new facilities in Marple. The new community hub will replace … [Read more...]

C&C Insurance Brokers launch Scottish location

North West based C&C Insurance Brokers have continued their ambitious expansion plans with a new Scottish operation. Opening in April, C&C’s new function in Dumfries and Galloway will be run by Lauren Kerr who joins the business to develop business opportunities in the Scottish region. … [Read more...]

Strawberry Radio scores at home for Stockport County

Strawberry Radio’s new live streaming service with Stockport County got off to a flying start as the Hatters celebrated a 3-0 win at home against Eastleigh. Stockport’s newest radio station has proved a hit with Sky Bet League 2 contenders Stockport County and has taken over live matchday … [Read more...]