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How important is the layout of the workplace ?

Productivity is a prime concern for many a business owner and the layout of the workplace is an important factor in achieving optimum output. Solving the productivity puzzle has become a preoccupation of many a business leader and policy maker. But where does the secret to better productivity lie? … [Read more...]

How much value do you put on the older worker ?

Together, in partnership with Marketing Stockport, are examining the role of the older worker among Stockport's Business Community.  In February 2017 the Government announced its target to increase the number of older workers by 12 per cent by 2022. Through general conversation with many of … [Read more...]

UK unemployment rise is first in 2 years

UK unemployment rose slightly in Q4 of 2017, from October to December compared with Q3, according to the latest figures published today from the Office for National Statistics. During this period UK unemployment rose by 46,000 to 1.47 million, from 4.3% to 4.4% for the three months to the end of … [Read more...]

Stockport Work and Skills Commission Summit

Following the Stockport Work and Skills Commission Workshops that took place across the borough, the council are inviting businesses to participate in a whole day summit to review the findings. The information and intelligence that has been gathered as a result of the Work and Skills Commission … [Read more...]

Protecting your business from Fake President Fraud

Protecting your business against modern day fraudsters - the current most frequently used fraud being Fake President Fraud - in cyber-attack fraud is a constant risk, warns Stockport based C&C Insurance Brokers. Business owners and employees need to be aware of the sophisticated tactics used to … [Read more...]

Stars of Stockport Care Sector Honoured at Awards Event

The shining stars within the Stockport care sector were unveiled at a celebratory award ceremony at Stockport County earlier this month.  The Stockport Star awards were launched by Stockport Together as a way of recognising the good practice among the Stockport Care sector in the care homes and in … [Read more...]

Stockport based Everyday Loans commits to town centre offices

Everyday Loans, the UK’s largest branch-based lender of unsecured loans to sub-prime borrowers, has reconfirmed its commitment to Stockport town centre after moving its Stockport branch from the market place to Orbit Development’s Beckwith House on Wellington Road South. The management team behind … [Read more...]

Loganair adds more Stornoway to Manchester flights

Loganair has introduced further Stornoway to Manchester services strengthening tourism and business links with England’s North West. Making Stockport only a short hop from the Western Isles. Loganair has announced significant investment in services from the Western Isles, with a new timetable … [Read more...]

Leaders agree Mayoral precept to be kept as low as possible

Leaders across Greater Manchester have agreed that the Mayoral precept, proposed by GM Mayor, Andy Burnham,  will be cut by £1 for Band D properties.  This means that the precept for the average Greater Manchester household, in Band B, would fall from £7 to less than £6.30.   After an … [Read more...]

The Beat has been restored at the White Hart in Kendal

Set in the Lake District, the White Hart in Kendal has whisked up a striking new look following a refurbishment from Robinsons Brewery. The renovation was carried out in order to modernise the pub, creating a more warm and welcoming atmosphere during the day, whilst maintaining its reputation as a … [Read more...]