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New curbs on bogus holiday sickness claims

People who fraudulently make holiday sickness claims have been dealt a significant blow after new rules to bring pay-outs under control were given the go-ahead.  Claims in respect of holiday sickness have risen by 500% from around 5,000 claims in 2013 to around 35,000 claims in 2016 raising the … [Read more...]

GM Mayor urges homeless to register to vote

The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, is urging homeless people to register to vote ahead of the upcoming local elections. The last day to join the electoral register ahead of next month is Tuesday 17 April, and many homeless people and rough sleepers remain unaware that they can … [Read more...]

Turbocharged for the London Marathon

A senior manager at MAN Diesel & Turbo’s UK (MDT-UK) Headquarters in Stockport has been braving the elements and wearing out training shoes over the past few months as he prepares for next week’s London Marathon. Derek Wendel who runs (no pun intended!) the company’s PrimeServ Turbomachinery … [Read more...]

Stockport Homes hosts meet the funders event for local charities

Stockport Homes is holding a free event where local charities and community groups can meet potential funders. ‘Funding the Future’ will connect local and national funding providers on Friday 18 May, 10.00am to 2.00pm. This event is building on the success of last year’s event, where over 60 … [Read more...]

Have you thought about a career in childminding ?

Would you like the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children? Have you considered a career in childminding ? By providing the children you care for with individual play and learning opportunities, you will not only have fun, but also help them develop important life skills.   … [Read more...]

Tectonic Shifts on the High Street

The earth is made of plates or tectonic plates to be correct. Years of silence but events lead to these plates moving creating ground tremors, earthquakes and destruction on many levels to then fall silent again. Whilst chewing my pen, reading various news sites on the demise of the high street, … [Read more...]

UK Exports Growth Good News for British Businesses

Official figures show that UK exports are increasing and research suggests the demand for UK goods and services will double by 2030. Demand for world class British goods and services continues to grow around the globe according to new figures published by the ONS UK exports rose from … [Read more...]

CYBG reveals SME confidence in Northern Powerhouse

New figures released as CYBG Bank confirms board appointment to Northern Powerhouse Partnership New research commissioned by CYBG, owner of Yorkshire Bank, has revealed what the North’s small and medium-sized businesses think about the Northern Powerhouse agenda. The findings come as the Bank … [Read more...]

Pure Innovations upgrades Vernon Park Café

Stockport based Pure Innovations, who operate a number of cafés and visitor facilities in the area, have given Vernon Park Café a stylish make-over, enjoyed by members of Marketing Stockport attending their monthly meeting.  Pure Innovations promote independent lifestyles, support people with a … [Read more...]

The Benefits of a Building Survey and Schedule of Condition

Different types of buildings and properties require different kinds of surveys. Fairhurst Estates outline the benefits of a Building Survey and Schedule of Condition. It's both important and advantageous to find which is the most suitable for your requirements. We are often asked by clients … [Read more...]

Passenger numbers at Manchester Airport continue to fly high

Passenger numbers at Manchester Airport grew by four per cent in March, compared to the same month last year, as nearly two million people passed through the UK’s third busiest airport. March saw 1,988,233 passengers use the airport’s three terminals.  That means 27,882,845 passengers have flown in … [Read more...]