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John Ashcroft to leave role at Pro-manchester

Dr John Ashcroft is stepping down from his role as chief executive of business development organisation Pro-Manchester to further develop his own business interests. John Ashcroft, a popular and familiar face as guest speaker at Marketing Stockport, was appointed in 2008 during which time the group … [Read more...]

Explore the traffic free A6 Manchester Airport Relief Road

As the A6 Manchester Airport Relief Road nears completion, Stockport Council are giving everyone the opportunity to walk, cycle or run the route before it opens to traffic. On Sunday 7th October, a day of community sporting activities for all the family will be taking place on the new road, giving … [Read more...]

Stockport Apprenticeships Store Supports Young People

Young people attended the Stockport Apprenticeships Store Information Evening just days after Stockport Council was shortlisted for a National Apprenticeship Award. The event, hosted at Stockport Apprenticeship store, the country’s only independent apprenticeships hub, saw 44 people attend, … [Read more...]

December opening for Stockport Market Place Produce Hall

Renowned restauranteur Steve Pilling has unveiled images to transform the Produce Hall, one of two new restaurants he is opening in Stockport Market Place with both planned to open before Christmas. Steve Pilling has over 30 years culinary experience running award winning restaurants such as Sam’s … [Read more...]

Compensation boost for delayed Northern Rail passengers

Northern Rail passengers are set to benefit from an extended 'Delay Repay' compensation scheme including delays of 15 minutes from December 2018. Passengers on Northern Rail will be eligible for enhanced compensation for train delays from this December. Attending the Transport for the … [Read more...]

HS2 to support 15,000 jobs by 2020

As the HS2 programme moves to construction, the number of roles supported by the HS2 project is forecast to reach 15,000. A whole generation of engineers, designers, architects and geologists will benefit from the construction of the new high speed railway as the project gears up to support 30,000 … [Read more...]

Millie’s Trust launch Emergency First Aid at Work Courses

Millie’s Trust, who have until now predominantly provided courses around children's first aid treatment, have launched a programme of Emergency First Aid at Work Courses. Millie's Trust have been actively working in the community in Stockport for over 5 years. Due to demand from local … [Read more...]

Expert Opinion: should tenants invest in inefficient properties?

Tenants in commercial property are aware that property related overheads form a major part of any company’s outgoings so should tenants leave or continue to invest in inefficient properties? On top of rent, costs such as utility bills, service charges and repair and maintenance payments, many … [Read more...]

Join the networking table at Stockport Business Awards

If you are in need of just one or two tickets, why not join the networking table at Stockport Business Awards and make new friends and contacts? With 400 tickets already allocated, there are just a few remaining for the Stockport Business Community's main awards event of the year and we have … [Read more...]

GM Mayor to speak at pro-manchester economic conference

GM Mayor Andy Burnham is set to share his views and opinions as guest speaker at the pro-manchester Economics Conference next month. Taking place on the 18th October at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester, Andy Burnham will be giving an economic update on the region, reflecting on the projects in … [Read more...]

Stockport businesses set to engage with community projects

In Stockport a small working group has been established to assist Stockport businesses to make better connections between businesses and the community.  Having a transparent social impact policy or CSR engagement policy can have many positive outcomes for businesses including assisting in … [Read more...]