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Stockport’s giant applause to say thank you to the NHS

Hundreds and thousands of residents across Stockport joined in a mass round of applause to show mutual respect for our amazing NHS workers. The above video was taken by a resident in Stockport town centre who have allowed us to publish it and generously shared on Facebook. … [Read more...]

27 March: Latest Guidance regarding apprenticeships

The Government has issued guidance for apprentices, employers, training providers and assessment organisations in response to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) The Government has issued guidance regarding flexibilities to make it easier for apprentices to continue as an apprentice, by enabling … [Read more...]

27 March: What you need to know about coronavirus and food

Update from Public Health England: It is very unlikely that you can catch coronavirus from food. COVID-19 is a respiratory illness. It is not known to be transmitted by exposure to food or food packaging. Any food handler who is unwell should not be at work. If they have symptoms, they should … [Read more...]

27 March: Update: Closure of Businesses and Premises

The government has updated its information on guidance on the closure of businesses and premises and for those that are currently allowed to remain open. The current given clear guidance on self-isolation, staying at home and away from others, and asked that schools only remain open for those … [Read more...]

GDPR and Covid-19: ICO publishes guidance

Gorvins' Solicitors' Corporate Partner, Christian Mancier, outlines the GDPR implications of working from home, following the ICO's recently released guidance on data protection during the Covid-19 outbreak. Whilst the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is probably the last thing on the … [Read more...]

March 26th – Coronavirus News Updates

Imminent:  The Government is expected to announce assistance for 5 million self-employed and freelance workers. Prime Minister’s Daily update – 25th March PM Boris Johnson thanked the majority of people for following the advice to wherever possible stay at home as it is “important … [Read more...]

Coronavirus: Launch of Stockport Jobs Match

As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, while some businesses have seen their order books slashed, some sectors have seen a huge surge in demand for their goods and services leaving them with an immediate shortage of staff. In response, Stockport Council has launched a job matching website to … [Read more...]

Stockport Business Awards 2020 launches virtually

Founders and organisers of the Stockport Business Awards, Clarke Nicklin Chartered Accountants, have now virtually launched this year’s Awards. Unfortunately the launch evening and networking event which was set to take place this evening was cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. … [Read more...]

25th March 2020 – Latest Coronavirus News Update

Stay at home! To stem the spread of Covid-19, it is essential that everyone distances themselves from each other – keeping at least 2 meters apart - and follows the Government’s strict instructions to remain at home for a period of at least 3 weeks from Monday 23rd March.  This will not only … [Read more...]

Coronavirus: Greater Manchester Poverty Action’s work

Greater Manchester Poverty Action are looking to support local authorities and other stakeholders in the city region with responses to the virus, ensuring poverty is taken into account so that people on low incomes are supported as much as possible. We are living through one of the biggest global … [Read more...]