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Stockport is proud to fly the Purple Flag

Stockport Council is officially celebrating today after receiving the news that Stockport town centre has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its evening and night-time economy. This accreditation is similar to the Blue Flag for beaches and aims to raise the standard and … [Read more...]

Hallidays’ Business AM event on Growth through Pricing

Stockport based Hallidays next Business AM event looks at 'Growth through Pricing' on Tuesday 24th September Hallidays will present their 7-step guide to pricing which looks at how to price and position your products and services for maximum profit.   As a taster, one of the steps they’ll be … [Read more...]

Strawberry Radio takes to the airwaves

A new radio station - Strawberry Radio - available online, on DAB, on your mobile and Alexa has launched in Stockport covering South Manchester. Based at Pepper Business Centre in Hazel Grove, Stockport and broadcasting out of a brand new studio, Strawberry Radio has been set up by two former … [Read more...]

New VAT rules for the construction industry from 1st October 2020

New VAT rules for the construction industry are being introduced on 1st October 2020 which affect VAT registered construction businesses who contract with each other during the construction process. What is changing? Under current rules a builder charges VAT to their customer, collects the VAT … [Read more...]

UK: 2-year post-study work visa for international students

As the North West and Manchester Airport Group strengthens its relationships with China in terms of both investment and connectivity, the UK Government has announced a new two-year post-study work visa, transforming how talented international students are able build successful careers in the … [Read more...]

Stockport brewers in partnership for £500,000 investment

Stockport brewers Robinsons, along with Inglenook Inns and Taverns Ltd, have invested £500,000 at the Astley Arms, situated in a prominent location in the heart of Dukinfield. The popular pub has reopened following a major refurbishment programme which began in April this year. Tony Massey, … [Read more...]

UK: Workers eager to up-skill according to PwC survey

New research out from PwC reveals that, despite an appetite and willingness to learn new skills in the face of increasing automation, many UK workers are not being offered the opportunity to up-skill by their employers, which is leading to mistrust and fear of automation and technology. The … [Read more...]

UK: Central spending round gives big boost to local communities

According to a government report, Councils across England are set to receive the biggest year-on-year?real?terms increase in funding for almost a decade. The Chancellor confirmed? local authorities can expect to see the funding they have access to now rise in real terms by an estimated 4.3% in … [Read more...]

Residence Nil Rate Band: Has It Made A Difference?

The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is an additional inheritance tax allowance which can be utilised by those who have a residential property and wish to leave this to their direct descendants. This includes children, grandchildren, stepchildren and even widows, widowers and civil partners of … [Read more...]

Technological evolution – the challenge for business leaders

A great deal has been written about how automation and artificial intelligence will disrupt traditional business models, demonstrated brilliantly at Marketing Stockport's monthly event by Starkey Hearing Technologies. Business leaders need to steer the conversation in the right direction and … [Read more...]

Huge crowds visit Stockport’s first 3-day Food & Drink Festival

Organised jointly by Market Place Europe, Merseyway, Totally Stockport and Stockport Council, Stockport's first Food & drink Festival featured celebrity and local chefs, a fantastic selection of culinary favourites from across the world and an a la carte menu of entertainment - all proving to be … [Read more...]

Mayoral Development Corporation launches in Stockport

Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham along with cabinet members and officers from Stockport Council, have launched the region’s first Mayoral Development Corporation – MDC - and the first such initiative in the UK to focus on a town centre. Through the MDC, development sites can be unlocked to … [Read more...]