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UK: Increase in numbers paid less than the National Living Wage

A new report published by the Low Pay Commission - LPC - has found that in April 2018 439,000 people were paid less than the minimum hourly national living wage they are entitled to. Of these, 369,000 were workers aged 25 and over paid less than the National Living Wage (NLW): this equates to 23% … [Read more...]

Mastercall accredited for creating genuine social impact

Mastercall has been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark for the ninth year in a row, which proves it is in business to benefit society, the community and the environment.  The Social Enterprise Mark is the only independently assessed social enterprise accreditation, which enables … [Read more...]

Specsavers Stockport joins search for Spectacle Wearer of the Year

Specsavers Stockport has joined in the search for Specsavers Spectacle Wearer of the Year 2019 and a chance to win £10,000 TV’s favourite dance diva Oti Mabuse has high-kicked off the search for the UK’s proudest glasses wearers in Stockport – with a £10,000 cash prize up for grabs. The star … [Read more...]

Stockport: Planning in for 297 apartments at Weir Mill

Indigo Planning has submitted an application to Stockport Council on behalf of Maryland Securities Group in support of the proposed re-development of the Grade II listed former cotton mill - Weir Mill in Stockport. Full planning permission is sought for the redevelopment of site comprising … [Read more...]

Rising property prices in the North means more will rent

Generally, UK property prices are seen to be much higher in the South East and London, with more affordable areas of the country located in the north of England and Scotland. While the North-South divide still holds largely true, there is some indication that it is shifting, and that this shift … [Read more...]

New BBC TV Comedy Scarborough films in Stockport

A new TV comedy Scarborough, created by the writer of the popular Benidorm series, is filming in Stockport's Underbank.  Stockport has long been a favourite location for film makers, television producers and advertising agencies. Back in 1961, Stockport starred in A Taste of Honey and more … [Read more...]

Stockport County one step away from victory

Stockport County's final game of the season at Nuneaton could see them league winners for the first time in over 50 years! The Hatters are just one step away from winning the National League North and promotion to the National League. With a huge fan following, Nuneaton have allocated a … [Read more...]

UK: CMA blocks Sainsbury’s and Asda merger

The Competition and Markets Authority - CMA - has blocked the Sainsbury’s-Asda merger after finding it would lead to increased prices in stores, online and at many petrol stations across the UK. In its final report, published today, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) found that UK … [Read more...]

Pioneering US investor keynote speaker for Venturefest North West

A pioneering US investor, Nitin Rai, has been announced as a keynote speaker at the region’s biggest annual innovation expo and conference, Venturefest North West 2019. Venturefest North West takes place at Manchester Central on Wednesday 20 November, with registrations now open. Organisers GC … [Read more...]