The dark web provides a threat to businesses of all sizes: Stockport-based IT support business, CTRL-S, explains the risks and how to protect your data. With a staggering 58% of SMEs experiencing a cyberattack in the last year, data breaches have unfortunately become a regular part of modern … [Read more...]
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Digital Inclusion Action Plan seeks to to increase digital skills
The UK Government has set out a new Digital Inclusion Action Plan to address digital exclusion and enable those affected to boost their employability and access to online services. People who are digitally excluded can face higher costs of up to 25% more than consumers who are online. Businesses … [Read more...]
Abseiling engineers carry out repairs to Stockport Viaduct
A group of engineers abseiled down the side of Stockport's iconic Grade II listed viaduct as Network Rail carries out a £1.1 million restoration of the structure. Last year, Network Rail started the project to remove overgrowing vegetation, clean away graffiti and carry out extensive repairs to … [Read more...]
Meet the Buyers event returns to Manchester Airport
SMEs from across Greater Manchester and Cheshire are being invited to connect with prospective clients at an annual Meet the Buyers event at Manchester Airport. Attendees representing over 150 companies are expected to be at Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park on 13th March, including … [Read more...]
Cheadle lender announces quarterly results
Cheadle-based property lender, Together, has announced its quarterly results for the three months ended December 31, 2024. The quarter saw the group's loan book reach a new high of £7.7 billion, with average monthly lending also up to £283.2 million. Despite some increase in arrears in some … [Read more...]
Construction begins on major new housing development at Stopford Park
Stockport’s ambitious town centre regeneration project has taken a significant step forward as Stockport Council Leader Cllr Mark Hunter joined the Cityheart development team to mark the start of construction at Stopford Park. The development, which will transform the area off Greek Street and … [Read more...]
Grant scheme extended to help businesses switch to electric vans
Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood has announced an extension for the government's Plug-in Van Grant for another year to help businesses transition to electric vehicles. The Plug-in van grant has helped sell over 80,000 electric and zero emission vans since its launch. The extension will … [Read more...]
Contactless ‘tap and go’ payments across bus and tram to launch in less than a month
Bee Network passengers will soon be able to travel seamlessly across bus and tram when contactless ‘tap and go’ payments expand to bus services from 23rd March. The change is the latest step towards Greater Manchester realising its ambition of an integrated London-style transport system. Bus … [Read more...]
Stockport Digital Network to explore how AI can transform digital businesses at next meeting
Stockport based businesses in the Digital and Tech sector are invited to participate in the next Stockport Digital Network event on Thursday 20th March at the Light Cinema, Stockport. Sponsored by Stockport Council and chaired by Marie Hamilton, Microsoft Strategic Partnership Director, the … [Read more...]
Love Being Active Week returns to Life Leisure
After hosting its first Love Being Active Week last year, the week of events is returning to Life Leisure in 2025 from 17th to 22nd March. Throughout the week, all eight hubs will be offering free sessions – giving everyone the chance to try something new and get moving with Life Leisure. Love … [Read more...]
New public procurement rules take effect
New changes to make public procurement processes more efficient, transparent and competitive have taken effect from 24th February 2025. The changes come following the Procurement Act 2023 gained Royal Assent in October 2023. Among the updates to public procurement rules coming into effect … [Read more...]
Hospitality sector speaks out against Greater Manchester tourist tax idea
Following the suggestion of Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham of introducing a tourist tax for visitors to the city-region, industry body UKHospitality has pushed back against the idea. The Mayor floated the idea of a mandatory tourist levy during a BBC interview, however, UKHospitality have … [Read more...]
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