The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, is fighting against the region being designated a Very High Risk area and reclassified as a Tier 3 rated area where greater restrictions would be introduced in an effort to stem the rise in coronavirus cases. Mr Burnham is today expected to hold … [Read more...]
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Is permanently working from home healthy and safe?
In July, advice from the government was focused on employees returning to the workplace. For many, this provided a welcome respite for their physical and mental health. Then came September, and with the decision reverted (in favour of home-working), workers have found themselves once again working … [Read more...]
New measures in Stockport to drive safety in district centres
A raft of new safety measures are being introduced in district centres across Stockport as the council works together with its partners to build a better future for everyone. In support of the One Stockport campaign’s aim to support local businesses in the wake of COVID-19, the council is using … [Read more...]
Stockport Avanti West Coast team take on fundraising challenge for local cause
Avanti West Coast staff based at Stockport station are undertaking a charity fundraiser to help a local group that supports people who have survived suicide attempts. Eight colleagues, who work on the platforms, in the Ticket Office and as Welcome Hosts at the station, have teamed up to walk and … [Read more...]
Coronavirus Daily: UK, regional and local news update
Breaking: BBC: Northern Ireland to introduce 2 week circuit breakerFirst Minister Arlene Foster has announced that Northern Ireland are invoking a two-week period of enhanced lockdown measures, in part coinciding with the half-trem break. Schools will close from Monday and pubs and restaurants face … [Read more...]
New Covid 3 tier system comes into effect from today
The new 3 tier system announced by the Government on Monday comes into effect today across England. Areas without additional restrictions have been designated Tier 1 – areas of medium risk where the rule of 6 applies and pubs, bars and restaurants must close by 10pm. Tier 2 – designated High … [Read more...]
CDL approved to join UK Government Digital Marketplace
Following a rigorous application process, Stockport-based insurance technology firm CDL has earned its place within the Government’s G-Cloud 12 framework, enabling seamless public sector access to its cloud-based products and services. Four CDL solutions have been approved onto the Government’s … [Read more...]
Morrisons launch luxury Christmas food box to aid Covid shoppers
Morrisons is today announcing it will be offering customers the UK’s easiest-to-buy Christmas dinner. Customers won’t need to beat the queues, select their items or even book a delivery slot. Instead, with a touch of a button, customers will be able to order a Christmas Dinner Box online and it … [Read more...]
Next week’s Get Online Week “more important than ever”
It’s Get Online Week 19th-25th October and we’re encouraging Stockport residents to learn how to use the internet Free virtual events will help people who aren’t very confident using the internet to improve their digital skills and make the most of the internet. And if you don’t have any way of … [Read more...]
Coronavirus: Business News update including new 3-tier system of restrictions
UK HEADLINES: Prime Minister outlines new 3 tier restrictions and where they applyThe prime minister has announced a new three-tier system of restrictions in England to try to stop the spread of coronavirus. Every area will be classified as being on medium, high or very high alert - tiers one, … [Read more...]
Relief for hospitality sector as Stockport placed in Tier 2 – high risk area
Businesses across Stockport sighed a collective sigh of relief as the Prime Minister announced Stockport would fall into the Tier 2 level of the new 3 Tier system of restrictions to help reduce the spread of coronavirus in a bid to lessen anticipated pressure on the NHS. Following yesterday's … [Read more...]
Iconic Stockport hotel falls into administration
Stockport’s Bredbury Hall has fallen into administration with the loss of 90 jobs. Bredbury Hall has long been an iconic and important part of the local landscape; since the late 70's and early 80's it has been a favourite with residents and visitors who enjoyed the nightclub and casino. … [Read more...]
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