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Expert Opinion: A balanced approach to absence management

The team from Stockport-based Hallidays HR explains how external HR advisors can help support businesses with absence management. Managing sickness absence isn’t just about processes and policies. It’s about having the right conversations, supporting employees when they’re unwell, and managing … [Read more...]

Stricter regulations proposed for construction products

A Government White Paper has set out new proposals to strengthen the safety of UK buildings through new, stricter regulations for construction materials. The reforms detailed in the Major Construction Products White Paper come in the wake of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire and subsequent Inquiry, … [Read more...]

Together announces appointment of new Non-Executive Director

Cheadle-based property lender, Together, has announced the appointment to its Board of Richard Fearon as Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1st March 2026. Richard brings over 25 years’ experience in retail and mutual banking to Together. He was previously at Leeds Building Society, one of … [Read more...]

Rail operator to trial new technology to boost reliability

Rail operator, Avanti West Coast, which runs London- and Manchester-bound services from Stockport, has begun trials of new technology to boost the reliability of its services. Working with Centre for Modelling and Simulation (CFMS) – an independent digital engineering research organisation - the … [Read more...]

John Lewis Partnership announces £108 million pay investment

Employee owned retail group, John Lewis Partnership, has announced a £108 million investment in Partner pay as part of a continued commitment to invest in its people. The latest announcement comes on top of nearly £300 million added to the business' pay budget over the previous three years. Of … [Read more...]

MAG shortlisted for Northern Power Women inclusivity award

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has been shortlisted for an award in recognition of the group's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity (EDI). The group, which operates Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands Airports and is the UK's largest airport operator, has been nominated … [Read more...]

Expert Opinion: Olderpreneurs – Starting a new chapter after 50

Lorri Wilson, Stockport-based British Sign Language teacher, shares her experience of starting a new business after 50 and speaking at a recent Build A Business event in Stockroom. On 18th February, I was asked to give a talk about being over 50 and starting up my own business at an event in … [Read more...]

Parliament approves Stockport MDC expansion in UK first

Stockport has achieved a national first after Parliament approved the expansion of Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC), tripling its boundary to cover the entire town centre.  The Parliamentary approval, driven by Stockport Council and backed by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy … [Read more...]

New homes planned for Stockport Tesla dealership

A planning application has been submitted to Stockport Council to demolish the Tesla dealership on Wellington Road in Heaton Chapel, and build 38 new homes on the site. Plans are being brought forward by the landowner that will see the existing dealership demolished and a small housing … [Read more...]