Housing provider, Stockport Homes, has launched a new smartphone app to allow people in Stockport to report anti-social behaviour in their community. With more people accessing services on their mobile or tablet – 72% of customers who visit the Stockport Homes website access it this way – the … [Read more...]
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9th February: Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 3,959,784 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 14,104 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 29,326, 1,212 fewer than on previous dayNew deaths across UK: 333Total UK deaths: 112,798England Cases per 100,000: 239R number in UK: 0.7 – 1.1 Vaccine data: Total 1st doses … [Read more...]
Bounce Back Loan borrowers offered greater repayment flexibility
Businesses that took out government Bounce Back loans to help them through the Coronavirus crisis now have more time and flexibility to repay. The Treasury has announced that companies who accessed the scheme would be contacted with options to extend the term length of the loan from six to 10 … [Read more...]
Stockport seeks employer views during National Apprenticeship Week
Stockport's Apprenticeships Store has launched a survey for employers in the borough to share their views on apprenticeships as the town marks National Apprenticeship Week. The service is looking for responses from all business sectors and sizes, regardless of whether an apprentice has been … [Read more...]
Low-traffic neighbourhoods planned for Cheadle
Residents in Cheadle and Cheadle Heath are being asked to share whether they would like to see residential parts of the districts converted into low-traffic Active Neighbourhoods. The plans are part of a Greater Manchester-wide ambition to encourage walking and cycling for local journeys, as well … [Read more...]
Poynton manufacturer shifts to Employee Ownership model
Poynton-based manufacturer of volumetric mixers, Armcon, has announced it has transitioned to an employee owned business, through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). The transfer of the business to an EOT completed on February 1st. The change in ownership structure comes following the appointment … [Read more...]
Eight new hires for market research agency
Stockport-based market research agency, DJS Research, has announced the appointment of eight new staff members to kick-off 2021. The firm has bolstered its team with two new Research Managers, three Senior Research Executives and two Project Assistants, as as appointing a new Field and Data … [Read more...]
8th February: Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 3,945,680 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 15,845 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 29,326, 1,212 fewer than on previous dayNew deaths across UK: 373Total UK deaths: 112,465England Cases per 100,000: 239R number in UK: 0.7 – 1.1 The R number and growth rate in … [Read more...]
Council to launch one-off grant for Stockport micro-businesses not previously in scope for Government Covid-19 business grant support
Businesses that have so far not qualified for financial grant support during the national restrictions put in place since 04/11/2020 will be able to apply to Stockport Council for a one-off grant payment of up to £1,000. Specifically aimed at micro-businesses without separate business premises, … [Read more...]
Government widens workplace coronavirus testing programme
The UK Government has expanded its offer of rapid, regular workplace testing for businesses that remain open during the current coronavirus lockdown. The government has widened eligibility criteria for joining the workplace rapid testing programme from businesses with more than 250 employees, to … [Read more...]
Defence manufacturer set to create 120 new jobs as construction progresses on new facility
Stockport-based defence sector manufacturer, WFEL, is set to bring 120 new jobs to the town once construction completes on a new multi-million pound production facility. The new facility is being built to serve part of a £2.3 billion contract to manufacture Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicles … [Read more...]
Cadent Stockport depot project underway
Gas distribution network, Cadent, has announced work is now underway on a new depot in Stockport. The £650,000 project will see the UK's largest gas distribution network open a new depot in Stockport, as part of a £1 million investment in its operations. The company oversees 21,000 miles of gas … [Read more...]
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