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Historic England Covid-19 emergency response fund

An Historic England Covid-19 emergency response fund has been launched to help tackle the impact of Coronavirus on the heritage sector The aim of the fund, which will be up to £2m, is to extend the safety net as far as possible for the sector by helping small heritage organisations both to … [Read more...]

April 17th – Coronavirus News Updates:

Latest data: Testing: 327,608 people have now been tested for the virus (313,769) New UK Cases: 103,093 have tested positive, + 4,617 on previous day Loss of life: Sadly, of those in hospital, 13,729 people have died, an increase of 861 on the previous day (12,868) In Stockport: there … [Read more...]

Hallidays client switches from Gin to hand-sanitiser for GMP

Hallidays client Didsbury Gin, Manchester halted their production so it could make hand-sanitiser for GMP - for police officers to help them stay healthy during the coronavirus crisis by converting their supplies of alcohol. Over the last 3 weeks they have made the equivalent of over 2 million … [Read more...]

Artisan Awards launch early to support local traders

Stockport-based Worker Bee Markets have launched their Artisan Awards earlier than planned to give local makers a focus during lockdown. The first ever Worker Bee Artisan Awards, sponsored by estate agents Snapes, were scheduled to launch in May 2020 on the day of the next market in Bramhall … [Read more...]

Supported internship programme extended at Stockport charity

Stockport charity, Together Trust, has extended its Supported Internship Programme, opening applications for a new intake of interns in Autumn 2020. The programme, run by the charity's Bridge College in Openshaw, is open to all 16 to 24 year olds with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) and … [Read more...]

5 tips to avoid Covid-19 pension scams

Fraudsters and scammers are taking advantage of the current Covid-19 pandemic, and pension scams soared by 400% in the last month. Dr Anna Tilba, from Durham Business School, has outlined five ways to avoid being the victim of financial scams. Coronavirus is creating favourable conditions for … [Read more...]

April 16th – Coronavirus News Updates

Latest Data: Testing: 313,769 people have now been tested for the virus (302,559) New UK Cases: 98,476 have tested positive, + 4,603 on previous day Loss of life: Sadly, of those in hospital, 12,868 people have died, an increase of 761 on the previous day (12,107) In Stockport: … [Read more...]

Clean Air Plan consultation delayed due to coronavirus

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) have delayed the statutory consultation on the Greater Manchester Clean Air Plan due to the coronavirus pandemic. The consultation on the Clean Air Plan had been planned for this summer; however, like other areas of the country, current circumstances have … [Read more...]

HS2 construction given green light

The Government has given its formal approval for construction work to begin the HS2 high-speed rail link from London to Manchester. Firms will be expected to follow social distancing rules as work begins on the project. With costs of the project already expected to exceed £100 billion, the … [Read more...]

Holiday Inn Express launches competition for key workers

Holiday Inn Express Stockport has launched a competition for one key worker to win a free night stay at the hotel, and two tickets to a show of their choice at Stockport Plaza. The hotel is currently closed until at least 30th April in accordance with government travel restrictions, except for … [Read more...]

Stockport College fundraising for food banks

Staff and students at Stockport College have come together to support their local community by fundraising for local food banks. Stockport College has joined a national 'FE Food Bank' campaign, with Further Education institutions nationwide raising money for community food banks. Many … [Read more...]