The first survey of Greater Manchester businesses in 2021 by the GM Chamber of Commerce has shown businesses have seen demand reduced by the combined effects of Brexit and a third Covid-19 lockdown. The Covid-19 and Brexit Impact Tracker survey conducted between 18th January and 1st February … [Read more...]
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New Micro-business grant support scheme now open for Stockport businesses
Applications are now open to access Stockport Council’s new Micro-business grant support scheme. The new Micro-business support scheme will see businesses outside of the hospitality, leisure and retail sectors become eligible for both the Stockport Additional Restrictions Grant scheme and the … [Read more...]
Residential developer completes purchase of St Petersgate office building
Manchester based residential property developer, One Heritage, has confirmed its acquisition of Plus House, a four storey office building on St Petersgate in Stockport town centre. One Heritage acquired the property for £725,000, with completion expected on 31st March. The developer financed the … [Read more...]
Former Thales apprentice named Young Manager of the Year in regional awards
A former apprentice from Cheadle engineering firm, Thales, has been named Young Manager of the Year in the 2021 Made in Manchester Awards. Software Engineering Manager, Nadia Johnson (pictured), joined Thales as an apprentice, and now leads a team of 22 engineers, developing software for advanced … [Read more...]
10th February: Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS Total UK Cases: 3,972,148 positive testsLatest UK daily figure: 12,364 new casesNumber in UK hospital: 29,6723, 139 fewer than on previous dayNew deaths across UK: 1,052Total UK deaths: 113,850England Cases per 100,000: 239R number in UK: 0.7 – 1.1 Vaccine data: Total … [Read more...]
GM employers recognise work of apprentices
Employers and leaders across Greater Manchester are showcasing the work of apprentices in the city-region as part of National Apprenticeship Week 2021. Apprentices across Greater Manchester are being celebrated through a number of online events between 8th and 14th February. There are currently … [Read more...]
£10 million fund established to drive private investment in environment
A new government fund of £10 million has been set up for local authorities, businesses and non-profit organisations to drive investment in the environment. Grants of up to £100,000 will be offered to schemes that both benefit the environment, as well as having potential to attract further private … [Read more...]
North-west manufacturing pilot scheme to showcase digital transformation in conference
North-west manufacturing pilot scheme, Made Smarter, is to deliver a virtual conference for the sector, showcasing the SMEs in the region that have benefited from digital transformation. The free-to-access online summit, Made Smarter: The journey to digital manufacturing, will take place on … [Read more...]
Stockport Homes launches anti-social behaviour app
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...]
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...]
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